The horses were accompanied by humans throughout the ages. They were used in many aspects of life. They were used for travel, agriculture, war, fishing, and other aspects, but at present the horses were replaced by machines and became only raised for fun, The breeding of horses is a difficult thing that needs to be followed daily by the owner, as they are very sensitive and can be harmed if neglected, and we will provide the most important information that shows how to raise horses during this article.
How to Breed Horses
Accommodation
The stables are called stable and there are certain specifications that the stable must have in order to be suitable and healthy for horse breeding.
First, the floor of the stables must be dry and a mound of dust or dust is furnished either with wood or straw carpentry, and the stable must be cleaned daily from horse waste.
The horse needs mainly to grazing and hiking area and the area is estimated to be about one acre per horse. It is worth mentioning that this area is preferred to be surrounded by a non-thorny and stalactite fence.
Food
The basic food for horses is grass and hay and it needs large amounts of it to maintain the health of its digestive system.
It should be noted that horse food must be stored in a manner so well that it is not exposed to dust and dust because it affects the lungs of horses.
In addition to grass and hay, horses need to eat grains on a daily basis, and suitable grain types for corn, oats and wheat bran.
However, you should pay attention to the amount of grain eaten by horses, as they should not exceed half a kilogram per 50 kg of horse weight.
From time to time, horses need to eat some non-traditional foods such as apples and honey, which are considered as equivalent or sweet to horses.
As for water, horses need to drink large amounts of it, as the horse may consume about 30 liters per day.
Health Care
First, horses need periodic vaccinations for common diseases such as influenza, skin diseases and other diseases common to horses.
Second, you should inspect the hooves of the horse on a daily basis and make sure there are no things stuck in them, and remove them if any.
Thirdly, horses need to have hoops on their hooves to protect them from muscle and joint injuries.
Fourth, horses need to clean their hair with water and comb them regularly to keep them clean and protect them from skin lesions.
Fifthly, horses need to take care of their teeth by the veterinarian at least once a year, because their teeth grow constantly and can form sharp peaks that prevent them from chewing and causing pain.
Note: The information mentioned is standard and there are many abuses among breeders.