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.
Nourishing Horses, Enriching Lives.
Nourishing Horses, Enriching Lives.
Insights into horse behavior, covering body language, training cues, and daily care practices to promote safe handling and welfare.

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

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

Spot happiness cues: ears, eyes, tail, posture; read mood signals and adjust care, training, and handling.

Strengthen your bond and trust with your horse through consistent routines, clear signals, safe handling, and patient bonding.