Horseback riding can be a refreshing experience. It is even more so when riders follow specific tips as they navigate any trail. Following these tips promises a better experience for the rider and his or her horse.
Vet Checks
Before a rider takes their horse out for the season, a vet must ensure the horse is physically able to handle it. Those who plan to cross state lines on horseback may need a required certificate, stating the horse is fit to complete the trail. A vet should also ensure any horse is at the ideal weight to survive a riding trip successfully.
Even if a rider isn’t leaving their specified trail on horseback, it is still necessary to get the proper vaccinations from a vet. Otherwise, encountering other horses or even bugs like mosquitos can have negative consequences. Venomous snakes and other animals found in the wild also pose a threat to any unvaccinated horse. Some of the most important vaccinations to get are rhinopneumonitis and influenza. Horses that may be exposed to snakes should also get a snakebite vaccine.
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