Do horses need to be shaved?

Do horses need to be shaved?

In nature, healthy horses shed their hair when they molt. The most active molt occurs in early spring. However, in some cases, a horse’s winter coat is not needed, moreover, it is harmful.

Horse owners prefer to shave:

1. Horses that carry heavy physical loads (sport horses) are shaved regularly, because. winter coat is not compatible with physical activity. Unshorn horses are prone to excessive sweating, which negatively affects the functioning of the heart. Also, along with sweat, the horse loses vital electrolytes. We note, however, that after shaving a horse, it is necessary to ensure that it does not encounter sudden changes in temperature: it does not return after work in a warm arena to the summer house (in winter) or to a too cold room, after being in a warm stable, it does not go to work in open areas in severe frosts.

2. Horses that stand in warm stables and work in indoor arenas. At the same time, one must remember that a shaved horse for a walk in a levada will need a blanket.

3. Hobby-class horses prone to active sweating, and horses that, for health reasons, cannot shed on their own in time.

Grooming a horse, among other things, can be a fun activity that will help you show your imagination and make your favorite pet a real star!

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