friesian horse uk

This is all about caring for your Friesian. Here you can learn how to look after your Friesian horse perfectly.

It is good advice to groom your horse, grooming is a part of your Friesians daily care, also if your Friesian is going to a show or competition. Regular grooming ensures your horse to be healthy and comfortable. Most people recommend you to groom your horse daily, sometimes this is not possible. Horses should always be groomed before ridden to avoid chafing or rubbing from dirt and other materials.

Bad hay is not good for your horse, mould and dust could cause colic. Some horses have allergic reactions to mould and dust and this could lead to copd (also known as heaves).

All horses should have a good supply of water all the time
They should always have access to water. The best way to store water whilst a horse is in a field is too pour it into an old bath tub and fill it up and check it constantly.

Friesians need to be kept clean or else they will feel uncomfortable whilst being ridden with a saddle on.

Poisonous plants:
Ragwort, hemlock, buttercup, foxglove, henbane, ground ivy, horsetail, acorns, yew, privet, laurel and laburnum.

Essential grooming equipment:
Water brush, dandy brush, body brush, hoof pick, curry comb, comb, stable rubber and cleaning materials with sponge and duster.