Common Sense Horse Keeping: It's All About the Horse

Common Sense Horse Keeping is an essential guide for horse owners and stable managers, providing comprehensive advice on proper horse care. Tailored for those managing a boarding business as well as individual horse owners, this book covers critical topics such as nutrition, first aid, disaster planning, fire prevention, and pasture management. It also offers insights on choosing the right boarding stable and managing horses at home.Readers will learn to interpret hay analyses, perform fecal egg counts, and adopt environmentally friendly practices in the barn. With practical tips from social media, stable owners can enhance their management skills, and horse owners can become better boarders. The book explores various boarding options, amenities, services, and fee structures. It also delves into the implementation of disaster plans and the importance of understanding horses' mental well-being, among other valuable subjects. Read more