A day in the life
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1
Morning Check
First thing each morning we check for left over feed and examine each horse to make sure they are bright and alert. Then we take their temperatures.
2
Tacking up the Yearlings
We tack the yearlings up to prepare them for their daily exercise routine.
3
Yearlings on the Walker
The yearlings spend time each day on the walker as part of their exercise routine.
4
Hosing of Yearlings
The yearlings are hosed after exercise to allow them to cool down.
5
Grooming
The yearlings are groomed each day to ensure their coats are healthy and to also check them over thoroughly.
6
Parade Practice
Each yearling goes for a walk while their boxes are being cleaned. During this time they practice parading and standing up, which they will be expected to do during inspections at the sales.
7
Paddock Time
Each horse spends adequate time in the paddock each day to allow them to kick up their heels.
8
Rugging of Horses
At the end of the day each horse is fed and rugged and put to bed.
A day in the life
of a yearling in sales preparation
6 AM
Checking the horses
First thing each morning we check for left over feed and examine each horse to make sure they are bright and alert. Then we take their temperatures.
8 AM
Tacking up the Yearlings
We tack the yearlings up to prepare them for their daily exercise routine.
10 AM
Yearlings on the Walker
The yearlings spend time each day on the walker as part of their exercise routine.
12 PM
Hosing of Yearlings
The yearlings are hosed after exercise to allow them to cool down.
2 PM
Grooming
Each afternoon the yearlings are groomed. This helps ensure they each have a healthy coat by the time inspections begin but also acts as a form of massage therapy which stimulates healthy blood circulation and muscle recovery post-exercise. This relaxing time also helps form a bond between the horse and the handler.
4 PM
Parade Practice
Each yearling goes for a walk while their boxes are being cleaned. During this time they practice parading and standing up, which they will be expected to do during inspections at the sales.
6 PM
Paddock Time
Each yearling spends adequate time outside in a paddock each day. In a busy educational period for a young horse this is crucial for their mental well-being. They all love to get out for a buck and a kick.
8 PM
Rugging of Horses
At the end of the day each horse is fed and rugged and put to bed.
