Horse racing competitions are exhilarating and a lot of fun
to be a part of. Moreover, their popularity has continued to grow as a global
correspondent for horse racing- a prime example being Heather Vitale herself, –
reports all the glorious aspects of harness racing on social media. This gives
a chance for everyone who couldn’t attend the race in person to witness the
beauty of the event behind their virtual screens.
Due to the growing exposure of horse racing sports, many people are interested in getting their own horse and joining in all the fun of the contest as well. However, what most people don’t realize is the fact that many people think horse racing literally means just horse racing-but there is a lot more to this sport than you think.
If you are planning on joining the horse racing industry,
there are a few things you need to keep in mind- with the most important one
being that if you are getting a horse, don’t forget to learn all the ways you
can to maintain it in good conditions.
Horses are living beings- and just like us, they need proper
care in order to perform better. If you aren’t taking care of your horse, your
chances of putting your name out in the horse racing history is not going to
happen any time soon. That is why we have prepared this guide to offer you some
insight into how you can maintain your horse to be at its top form at all
times.
Muscle Therapy
Much like us, horses require hot and cold muscle therapy
before and after every race to soothe any aches or sores they may have. The
ideal method would be to placing your horses’ legs in the bath every single
day. This will help in easing the pain in joints and swelling cause by ligament
inflammation. Additionally, you can also use infrared blankets that can help
increase the horse’s blood flow towards the sore places and reduce their aches.
Let Them Cool Down
When your horse comes back after its race is over, make sure
that his breathing settles down first before he enters his stall.
Once their breathing has come at a steady pace, allow them
to drink some water but make sure that the hay is nowhere close to them. If
your horse ends up eating during their cool-down period, they will end up choking.
Furthermore, eating grain after a race will develop ‘founder’- a condition in
which their hooves become inflamed, which can lead to swelling and intense pain
in that area. Ensure that you apply
poultice on their legs, which is a clay mixture that quickens the recovery rate
of their hooves.
Give Proper Shelter
Your horse’s condition can vary a lot according to the
environment they rest in. some horses with denser coats can survive outdoors at
all times- but the ones with a thinner hair coat need to be sheltered under
careful supervision.
Make sure that the shelter you build keeps your horse
protected from harsh winds and humid weather. Give them enough space to move
easily so that they don’t feel constricted in their home.
Keep the place ventilated and clean-not
prioritizing their hygiene can lead to the spread of harmful diseases that can
threaten your horse’s wellbeing.
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