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The InfoHorse Guide to Winter & Cold-Weather Care
Healthy horses handle cold far better than people expect — the real winter risks are wet, wind, ice, and frozen water, not the thermometer alone. InfoHorse sells nothing — we vet blankets, shelters, and waterers across the market. This guide organizes our cold-weather coverage by the decisions you actually face.
Two free tools for the cold months
Should I blanket my horse — and with what?
Blanketing is a judgment call, not a rule: coat, clipping, shelter, wind, and wet all matter, and over-blanketing causes its own problems. Our decision tool walks it through; these explain the why.
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How do I keep my horse warm & sheltered?
Shelter from wind and wet does more than any blanket. A dry place to stand and a wind break are the foundation of winter comfort.
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Water, feeding & winter chores
Horses drink less when water is icy — and that's a leading cause of winter colic. Keep water above freezing, adjust feeding for the cold, and make the daily chores easier on yourself. (For winter rations, see our nutrition guide.)
