Written by Abby Dickinson Companions for horses are commonplace on any yard, but does a horse need a companion or have they evolved to survive without the security blanket of a herd? Whilst some horses thrive on time alone, others become worried and upset when away from their friends. So, we investigated whether companionship an essential in our horses’ lives and what to do if we can’t provide buddy to accompany them? Is a Companion Horse Essential? Horses are herd animals. Therefore, they thrive physically and mentally when accompanied by…
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