Cold Weather Horse-Care Tips • Jim Wofford’s Winter Reading List

Five tips to keep your horse healthy and active this winter. Plus, Jim Wofford suggests books to boost your knowledge in the off-season.
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The 2023-2024 Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts a lot of cold and snow across North America this winter. Are you prepared for what the almanac calls an upcoming season of shivers?

Keep your horse safe and healthy this winter by:

  • boosting his hay ration
  • maximizing water consumption
  • turning him out
  • blanketing as needed
  • relying on routines.

PLUS, the late and great Jim Wofford shares a list of books to dive into in your downtime this winter season.

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