Horse Heat Stress Management Guide
This printable Horse Heat Stress Management Guide helps horse owners and barn managers manage horses during hot weather. Print a fresh copy as needed and keep completed pages with your other barn records.
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The steps on this page
- Provide shade and shelter
- Offer plenty of fresh water
- Adjust work times to cooler hours
- Watch for heavy sweating or fatigue
- Cool horses after work
- Improve barn airflow
- Check weather alerts
- Know when to call the vet
- Record how each horse copes
How to use this guide
Follow the steps in order and write down any changes you make. Where your equipment or product has instructions, those come first.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with National Weather Service and eXtension.
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