Stable Management... Know the Basics

Ok...Now for some Stable Management, and tips on your arrival at a new yard...

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Or keeping your horse at grass

..So you have bought your Dream Horse, have maybe experienced many Horsedealers seen quite a few different Breeds of Horses but now you are faced with a host of new experiences to get your head around.

Whether you are keeping your horse at a DIY Yard or a Full Livery Yard, you will need to know some facts about horses and all about general care and horse health.

Your new horse will need full attention and commitment, every day. She/he will be as nervous and excited as you are. This also means unpredictability. Be on your guard...anything could happen!

Our recommendation to you as a new owner is to always, always let your new horse settle in for at least 4/5 days before even attempting to go for your first ride. Play fair. Her surroundings are all new to her, she has to make new friends, and to top it all, she really doesn't know you at all.

Use these days to get to learn your Stable Management, and if you are new to the yard, get to know where everything is, your surroundings and of course, most importantly, spend time with your new horse, getting to know her as she is to hopefully become your life long friend.

For now we will assume that you will be keeping your horse at a DIY Yard. Which of course means that you will be doing everything for your horse with little or no help from others. But hold on.. there is someone who calls themself The Stable Manager, who you have to seriously get on your side.

The Stable Manager should show you the ropes, runs the yard like a tight ship and keeps everywhere spotless and also expects you to as well.

Some yards can run themselves, as long as everyone involved pulls their weight. But this can lead to arguments and feelings of resentment.

There are more often than not, people within a yard who are the bossy horsey types, who may or may not always know what they are talking about when it comes to horses...

BEWARE!! This can lead to a dangerous situation when it comes to the inexperienced horse owner who is new to a yard.

This bossy type may advise something that actually is wrong and could put you or your horse in danger. It's better to know as much as you can about horses and their care, in order to avoid a difficult situation. If you are unsure about anything to do with your horse, consult someone who you know, knows their horses.

Maybe you want to share your own stable-antics and tips on handling difficult horses (and people!) or just generally 'let off steam' to other visitors..

Here you can also share your photos, your favourite locations to ride, your funniest or most annoying story or your most embarrassing moment.

If you have any story to tell regarding anything to do with your new horse at a new yard, have been put in a difficult or dangerous position due to an inexperienced person who believes they 'know it all' then please join our Horse Chat area and share your experiences with us and all!

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