Christine Barakat’s article is focused on older horses, avoiding chills and checking blankets daily. Considering the U.S. weather to date, chilling from sweating under a blanket is as likely as chilling from the cold. Wide temperature swings are hard on all animals living outside.
With all the wind likely to arrive with winter, keeping water fresh and free of debris is important too! We’ve included links to other winter care articles as well.
Source: EQUUS, November 19, 2020. Link.
Also see: Search Results for: horses + winter, AHD. Link. Topics include barn preparations, winter diets, fall check lists, fresh water, wellness exams, broodmare care and more. . .