Summary of Checklist for Horses

Remember to make a check of your horses’ condition everyday. The horse cannot tell you if he or she is not feeling their best. It is up to you as the care taker to be observant of them. If there are changes in appetite, body condition, changes in drinking habits, or the way the manure looks check it out. Observe anything that is not “normal” for your horse. It could be an early indication of an illness and taking care of something early on can often head off a worse condition. Be sure to examine your horse daily. It only takes a few minutes and can be rewarding for the both of you. You will be rewarded by preventing unnecessary vet expenses and your horse by better health.