Couple Questions

[H0rs3L0v3r]

I'm thinking of buying a 14hh-15hh horse/pony and I have a couple questions about routines.....

Firstly how much excersise should it get roughly a week? I was thinking of riding for about an hour 2-3 times a week then lunging/long reining 1-2 times?

Secondly approximately what months would a horse be stabled at night? (If at all) I thought maybe November-March??? Not quite sure about this one as most of the horses/ponies i've been around live out 24/7.

And finnally how often should i give hard feed? Should i only give it on days its been excercised or everyday? (Hopefully the pony/horse will be living out 24/7)

Thanks in advance!

 

[Cocorules]

Generally the more exercise the better. Mine are ridden 6 days a week. An hour a day during the working week except on the day they get off. 2 hours on average each day at the weekend.

They are fed the same whether it is a day off or not.

Mine are never stabled but live out 24/7 with a field shelter.

You sound inexperienced and would suggest if you are not already intending to do this to get specific lessons on horse care, get yourself on a yard with a yard owner who will give advice and perhaps share first.