How Do You Care For A Blind Horse?
Caring for horses requires a great deal of work. Caring for a blind horse takes patience and understanding. You need to develop a sense of trust between you and your horse. Speak softly to the blind horse. When one of the senses is lost, other senses of perception become stronger. A horse can hear exceptionally well. A blind horse will be able to hear even the slightest noise. Using a loud voice or making loud noises can startle the blind horse. Move slowly around the blind horse. Sudden movement will startle any horse. The blind horse will be able to hear the movement and can not comprehend what is happening. Slow, gentle movements will allow the blind horse to gain an element of trust in you. Check the stall and pasture for any dangers or potential problems. There should never be anything hanging on the sides of the stall. A blind horse can not see what they are brushing up against. This unseen barrier can create panic in the horse. The pasture can present many dangers for a blind ho
