Horse Care and Feeding Guide
By Coyalita Linville
Horse Care and Feeding Guide – Horse Ownership is a wonderful and rewarding experience. It is a privilege however that comes with many responsibilities. The owner of a horse is responsible for its care and feeding. Horses’ needs are simple: food, water, shelter, and attention.
Many expenses will be incurred for hay, grain, possibly boarding costs, and veterinary and farrier services when owning a horse. These financial concerns should be considered before purchasing a horse.
Presently we are in tough financial times: rising fuel costs, increases in electricity, natural gas, and heating fuel, groceries going up and incomes going down, all accompanied with cutback’s, lay-offs, and small business closures. Wall Street insecurities and the prediction of a possible harsh winter all add up to “the Perfect Storm.”