Blog - Horse n Hay

Do Horses Need Companions? Building a Healthy Herd for a Happy Horse

For horse owners: why herd dynamics matter, signs of loneliness, selecting companions, introductions, turnout tips, and welfare.

Measure your horse's height, length, and weight; size tack and saddles; estimate growth and breed norms; avoid common mistakes.

Horse feed and water limits: daily requirements, intake factors, measuring tips, signs of over/under, practical feeding plans.

Horse Lifespan by Breed and Type: compare lifespans, factors shaping longevity, and practical care to extend your horse's years.

A practical guide to horse grooming tools: brushes, combs, clippers; hoof, mane and tail care; maintenance and safety tips.

Practical guide to horse breeding: stock choice, matings, genetics, pregnancy, foaling, care, nutrition, welfare, records.

Explore mare and stallion reproductive anatomy, hormones, estrous cycle, pregnancy, fertility, insemination, breeding management.

Identify horse breeds, coat colors, markings, and appearance to select, assess, and care for your mount.

Trace horse origins, domestication timeline, breed traits, behavior, care practices, and modern husbandry tips for owners.

Year-by-year senior horse care: nutrition, dental, joints, vet checks, hoof care, exercise, housing, safety, budgeting.