How Do Horses Sleep? Understanding Their Lying Down and Resting Habits
How horses sleep: lying-down vs. standing rest, REM markers, durations, safety tips, signs of sleep issues, and care guidance.
Horse n Hay
Nourishing Horses, Enriching Lives.
Horse n Hay
Nourishing Horses, Enriching Lives.
Henry Wellington
At Horse and Hay, we are passionate about providing expert guidance on all aspects of horse care, from nutrition to wellness. Our team of equine specialists and veterinarians offer trusted advice on the best foods, supplements, and practices to keep your horse healthy and thriving. Whether you're a seasoned rider or new to equine care, we provide valuable insights into feeding, grooming, and overall well-being to ensure your horse lives its happiest, healthiest life.
How Horses Walk and Navigate Obstacles: Building Confidence from the Ground Up
A practical guide to horse gait, balance, footwork, terrain handling, and progressive obstacle navigation for safer riding.
Equine Color Vision Explained: How Horses See and Why It Matters for Riders
How horses perceive color, how vision works, lighting effects, cues for training, and gear tips for safer, effective care.
How Smart Are Horses? A Grounded Guide to Equine Intelligence vs. Dogs and Humans
How smart are horses? Compare horse intelligence with dogs and humans; cognition, memory, training tips, and care implications.
Why Horses Wear Masks, Fly Veils, and Blinders: Protecting Eyes and Easing Minds
Why horses wear masks, fly veils, and blinders: protection from insects, sun, and debris; fit, care, safety; when to use each.
How to Give Your Horse a Shot: A Safe, Step-by-Step Guide
Step-by-step prep, dosing, technique, injection sites, gear, safety, aftercare, and monitoring for safe horse injections.
Best Companion Animals for Horses: Solving Loneliness and Stress
Best non-horse companions for horses: dogs, goats, llamas; compare temperament, care, introductions, safety, and costs.
How to Put a Harness on a Horse: A Safe, Step-by-Step Guide
Step-by-step guide to choosing, fitting and buckling, and adjusting a horse harness, with fit checks, safety tips, and leading.
How to Use Clicker Training for Horses: A Beginner’s Guide
Beginner-friendly step-by-step guide to clicker training horses: equipment, timing, shaping, rewards, safety, sessions.
How Socialization Builds a Calmer, More Trainable Horse
How socialization shapes a horse's training and performance: safety, routines, herd dynamics, stress signs, socialization steps