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Post by ba on Jun 28, 2015 20:58:26 GMT 1
With the expected heatwave coming this week, I thought we could make an advice thread?
My boy can sweat in the field on a hot day, he wears a UV reflective rug and is pink skinned so I'm concerned about clipping him. Although if it gets really warm I could take under his neck and belly off.
What is the best way to keep our horses cool and hydrated?
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Post by troop on Jun 29, 2015 19:28:25 GMT 1
T going to make sure plenty of water and luckily I have a lot of shade at yard.
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Post by wills on Jun 29, 2015 20:59:22 GMT 1
Plenty of fresh water (our boys are lucky enough to have a fresh stream in there field), access to salt lick. Stable doors open so they can come and go as they please. Sponging down if it gets really hot. I however live in Scotland so there nae chance of us having a heat wave  |
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Post by kristine on Jun 29, 2015 21:38:36 GMT 1
Heatwave, eh? Shady trees, lots of water and salt block/supplement should do it. Its been 40+ here in Nevada, US. We pretty much just don't go outside. It's a special kind of Hell. |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 30, 2015 15:17:23 GMT 1
My boys are in for the hottest part of the day, mainly because the heat seems to be bringing out the horseflies and both were just standing in the field non stop headshaking and scratching. Brought them in and both are now having a nap.
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Post by portiabuzz on Jul 6, 2015 20:39:53 GMT 1
Wow kristine that's way too hot for me !!
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Post by kristine on Jul 9, 2015 0:48:31 GMT 1
Its nice again... 17 right now and LOVING it. I'll be in Edinburgh next week... can't be too cold or too wet for this desert rat...  |
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Post by Caroline on Jul 9, 2015 2:11:22 GMT 1
Why do they especially need a salt lick in the heat please?
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Post by kristine on Jul 9, 2015 14:40:34 GMT 1
It helps them maintain hydration.. in hot weather, their requirement doubles... or slightly more. If memory serves, a normal horse needs 2 oz per day, but in hot weather or hard work, it can go up to 4-5 oz. Loose salt works just as well, too.
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Post by Furiey on Jul 10, 2015 15:17:43 GMT 1
Bailey just sunbathes...
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Post by portiabuzz on Jul 12, 2015 17:32:14 GMT 1
Casper was sunbathing today fast asleep bless him.
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