How Do You Choose Bedding For A Horse Stall?
Just as people want a cozy bed to curl up in, so do horses. Choosing the right bedding for a horse depends on a number of factors. The purpose of laying a nice bed for the horse is to keep him from standing on the hard ground and ease the jarring effect on his feet and legs. A nice bed will provide warmth and protection, prevent slips and falls, and allows the horse to rest in comfort without the risk of injury. Obtaining straw is easy. It is economical and the bales are easy to store and it permits good drainage providing the stall has a drain in the floor. It makes a bright, comfortable and warm bed for a horse. Mucking out a straw filled stall is labor intensive. Ideally it should be done twice a day, once a day for sure. Some horses like to eat straw, an activity which should be discouraged. It can be dusty or contain spores leading to respiratory problems. Picking the right straw is key. One of the best straws to get is wheat straw. It is the most commonly used form of straw and i
