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Can you keep a mini horse in a 40x40 backyard with proper care?
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∙ 12y ago
maybe. ask yourself this - is my backyard flat? does my backyard have adequate shelter,like a shed or a run-in? do i have a small barn or at least somewhere to go to get out of the rain and cold? is my backyard filled with weeds that could be poisonous to my horse? is my backyard filled with trees that could be hazardous in a storm, or produce nuts that could make my horse ill? do i live in a nieghborhood that will even accept a horse? will my land support him?or is it muddy with little grass? will he have company- if not another mini then at least a goat. horses are herd animals- without a conpanion they can become very ill. do i have good Fencing? NEVER do barbed-wire badbadbad also none of that wire that looks like a grid he could catch his hooves in it. a sturdy non splintery wood fence is best. Do wild animals or snakes live around the area?do i have the money to pay for vet and farrier bills? will i rememer my horse's dewormer? can i pay for vaccinations? can i pay to repair any damages that may occur to the fencing or shelters? there is so much more too-but I'm getting bored. horses need a LOT of work, a LOT of love and attention and a LOT of money so just be careful... :)
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What is the definition of proper care?
It is care that is proper.
Why is pony club so good?
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Can you bond with your horse if other people ride him?
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What is a horse Handler?
A horse hander is someone that takes care of the horse.
What horse care book do you recommend to buy?
there are many books out there on horse care, but i do recommend: -Grooming Horses -Horse facts and Trivia -Injury-free Horse
How old does a horse usully live too?
Horses typically live into their 20's and 30's but many can live into their 40's if given proper care.
