Horse Care Equipment

Owning a horse can be a rewarding experience. However, many individuals are of the opinion that owning a horse is easy. Of course, there are some owners who are experienced in the field of horse care. But there are also some who are only aware of the basics of caring for a horse. Good horse care involves healthy food and safe shelter. Caring for a horse can be quite a task because of the high maintenance costs in terms of horse care equipment and supplies, and also the amount of time and effort required.  The list of horse care equipment and supplies may seem endless, but horses do require these to stay healthy and comfortable.
It is easy to get confused considering the variety of tack equipment supplies available today. One of the most important items is saddle blankets. These help to keep the horse warm and also offer protection from insects. This promotes good horse health and cleanliness. Horse blankets also promote better circulation of blood in horses. When you are selecting horse blankets, ensure that you opt for those that are water proof and durable. They must be made from high quality materials. An important fact about horses is that they can tolerate even the coldest of temperatures. Hence it is advisable to take into consideration the blanket weight and climatic conditions before you decide to buy it. You will also require horse grooming equipment such as hoof picks, curry combs and body brushes. A hoof pick helps to clean debris from the underside of the horse’s hoof. Using a hoof pick should be a part of daily grooming. You can also carry one with you whenever you are exercising the horse so that any stones or objects can be removed from the horse’s hoof. A curry comb can be used to get rid of mud and remove tangles from the horse’s body.  A mane comb is another important piece of horse care equipment and supplies. For bathing the horse, you may require a sweat scraper and a sponge. A sweat scraper was originally used to remove sweat from horses, but it can also be used to get rid of the excess water from the horse’s coat after a bath.

Safety is also an essential aspect of horse care. There should be good horse fences that can keep out predators from the stable. Fences can be wire mesh, rail horse or electric. You can approach a horse professional to put up these fences in your ranch. Tack trunks are helpful in organizing all your tools. Every stable should have one as it keeps everything handy and also prevents you from misplacing or losing any of the tools.