Horses’ Shade Preferences Evaluated
Michelle Anderson
October 29, 2013
Researchers sought to investigate horses’ preferences when it comes to standing in shade or in the sun.
Researchers sought to investigate horses’ preferences when it comes to standing in shade or in the sun.
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Like humans, horses are susceptible to sunburn, especially on the non-pigmented pink-skinned areas of the body. Sunburn is most frequently seen around the eyes and on the muzzle of pale or white-faced horses.
A hot humid day. One rider. One horse. Both are exercising at a moderate level. Who is more likely to overheat?
My neighbor has a major problem with sunburn on her Appaloosa mare. She is a black mare with spots on her rump that sunburns easily. We have not been able to find anything that has helped it. What do you recommend to help it heal?
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