Horse Care Basics Archives - Horses Afield https://horsesafield.com/category/horse-care-basics/ Real world tips and information about all things horses Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:06:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://i0.wp.com/horsesafield.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/cropped-HA-Favicon-Final.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Horse Care Basics Archives - Horses Afield https://horsesafield.com/category/horse-care-basics/ 32 32 180112353 How Long Can Horses Go Without Water? (Shocking Truth Most Owners Miss) https://horsesafield.com/how-long-can-horses-go-without-water-shocking-truth-most-owners-miss/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-long-can-horses-go-without-water-shocking-truth-most-owners-miss Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:02:40 +0000 https://horsesafield.com/?p=933 Water is one of the most overlooked essentials in horse care, but it’s also one of the most dangerous to get wrong. In my experience, many horse owners focus heavily on feed and turnout but underestimate just how quickly dehydration can become a serious issue. Unlike some animals, horses rely […]

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]]> 933 How Much Water Does A Horse Drink? (Daily Needs Most Owners Get Wrong) https://horsesafield.com/how-much-water-does-a-horse-drink-daily-needs-most-owners-get-wrong/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-much-water-does-a-horse-drink-daily-needs-most-owners-get-wrong Sat, 18 Apr 2026 03:22:49 +0000 https://horsesafield.com/?p=924 Horses can drain a water bucket faster than you expect, especially on hot days. I’ve had mornings where I filled a trough thinking it would last all day, only to find it nearly empty by afternoon. Many horse owners underestimate just how much water their horse actually needs. And the […]

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]]> 924 How Much Hay Does A Horse Eat Per Day? (Simple Feeding Guide) https://horsesafield.com/how-much-hay-does-a-horse-eat-per-day-simple-feeding-guide/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-much-hay-does-a-horse-eat-per-day-simple-feeding-guide Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:43:07 +0000 https://horsesafield.com/?p=901 Horses eat a lot. And hay is the foundation of nearly every horse’s diet. But figuring out exactly how much hay a horse eats per day can be confusing, especially if you’re new to horse care. In my experience, this is one of the most common questions new horse owners ask. Feed […]

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]]> 901 Horse Care 101: What Every Beginner Must Know Before Owning A Horse https://horsesafield.com/horse-care-101-what-every-beginner-must-know-before-owning-a-horse/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=horse-care-101-what-every-beginner-must-know-before-owning-a-horse Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:40:42 +0000 https://horsesafield.com/?p=880 If you’re new to horses, it can feel overwhelming fast. There’s feeding, grooming, hoof care, training, and a long list of “must-knows” that don’t always get explained clearly. In my experience, most beginners don’t struggle because they don’t care, they struggle because no one lays out the basics in a […]

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]]> 880 How To Tell If My Horse Is Overweight: Should I Be Concerned https://horsesafield.com/how-to-tell-if-my-horse-is-overweight-should-i-be-concerned/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-tell-if-my-horse-is-overweight-should-i-be-concerned Tue, 20 Sep 2022 23:33:51 +0000 https://horsesafield.com/?p=592 If you are glancing out at your pasture and wondering if your horse is looking a little chubbier, you aren’t alone.  You are on the right path as a good horse owner and figuring out if your horse is overweight is the next step to take.   Checking your horse’s […]

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]]> 592 What Are The 5 Best Horse Treats For Any Horse https://horsesafield.com/what-are-the-5-best-horse-treats-for-any-horse/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-are-the-5-best-horse-treats-for-any-horse Fri, 09 Sep 2022 23:08:34 +0000 https://horsesafield.com/?p=539 I’ve given my horses lots of treats over the years.  One thing I have learned is that not all horses like all treats.  Pickiness is not limited to little kids.  Horses develop taste preferences too and our goal as riders and owners is to strike a balance between taste and […]

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