What to Check Before Turning a Horse Out After Work
Posted by Three Horse Supply on
Turning a horse out after work should come after the check, not before it. A horse can look finished from a distance and still need cooling, grooming, fly defense, or closer attention.
Keep Draw It Out® horse care, horse recovery and liniment picks, and K&D tools and ShowBarn Secret® grooming setup near the post-work area.
Before turnout
- Check breathing, attitude, sweat, legs, back, girth area, and movement.
- Brush away sweat and dirt so skin and rubs are visible.
- Apply fly defense or recovery support when the horse and conditions call for it.
During bug season, add Citraquin® fly defense. Use barn and stable supplies to keep the station ready.
FAQ
What should I check first?
Movement, breathing, attitude, legs, back, sweat pattern, and tack-contact areas.
When should turnout wait?
Wait when the horse is overheated, distressed, lame, swollen, or not acting normal.