On the watering of horses: a review.
Abstract: The literature published over the last 150 years provides confusing and often conflicting advice on the ideal way to water horses. Many of the problems associated with watering appear to be caused by either mismanagement or ignorance. An obvious way to prevent trouble is to provide adequate water at all times when a horse is at rest and to allow sufficient opportunity to drink while working.
Publication Date: 1978-01-01 PubMed ID: 631103DOI: 10.1111/j.2042-3306.1978.tb02210.xGoogle Scholar: Lookup
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The research article discusses the various viewpoints and advice offered over the last 150 years regarding the best methods to water horses. The study affirms that most issues with watering horses stem from information mismanagement and ignorance.
Overview of the Research
- The research systematically reviews the literature published over the last 150 years discussing how to best water horses.
- It presents a comprehensive exploration of the scattered and conflicting advice found in these sources about the seemingly straightforward task.
Identification of Mismanagement and Ignorance
- The researchers identify that a large portion of the problems that arise in horse watering are caused by mismanagement or ignorance.
- It emphasizes that many of these troubles can be prevented with the correct information and appropriate advice, ensuring the health and well-being of horses.
Solution and Recommendations
- The article posits that one compelling solution to these issues is to provide horses with adequate water at all times while they are at rest.
- Moreover, it also recommends offering sufficient opportunities for horses to drink while they are working.
- These recommendations, as the researchers propose, will eliminate many issues faced by horses due to inadequate watering practices.
Cite This Article
APA
Hinton M.
(1978).
On the watering of horses: a review.
Equine Vet J, 10(1), 27-31.
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.2042-3306.1978.tb02210.x Publication
Researcher Affiliations
MeSH Terms
- Animal Feed
- Animals
- Dehydration / veterinary
- Drinking
- Horse Diseases
- Horses / metabolism
- Physical Exertion
- Time Factors
- Water / metabolism
- Water Deprivation
- Water Supply
Citations
This article has been cited 2 times.- Pederzani S, Britton K, Aldeias V, Bourgon N, Fewlass H, Lauer T, McPherron SP, Rezek Z, Sirakov N, Smith GM, Spasov R, Tran NH, Tsanova T, Hublin JJ. Subarctic climate for the earliest Homo sapiens in Europe. Sci Adv 2021 Sep 24;7(39):eabi4642.
- Mejdell CM, Simensen E, Bøe KE. Is snow a sufficient source of water for horses kept outdoors in winter? A case report. Acta Vet Scand 2005;46(1-2):19-22.
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