The Importance of Turnout in Horse Care
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I have always felt strongly about the importance of turnout for horses. I think horses are happier and healthier when they have the freedom to move around, socialize with other horses, roll in the dirt, and generally just be a horse!
Just as chronic stress can create many problems for humans, the stress of confinement can also create problems for horses, physically and mentally.
When we consider the care of our horse, it's important to remember that they don't want the same things we do. For example, if we're cold, it doesn't mean our horse is cold also. Or if we hate being in the rain and getting wet, that doesn't mean that our horse wouldn't still prefer to be outside grazing and wandering around.
In the video below, I highlight what I have experienced and observed as effects of excess time in the stall.
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