How to muck out a stable

This simple guide will show you how to do a full muck out correctly, so your horse remains safe, warm, and injury free in his stable. You will need a wheelbarrow, pitch fork, broom, shovel, a pair of rubber gloves (optional), a sponge and bucket, and some clean straw. There are many benefits of mucking out a stable. It gives your horse a warm, clean, bed to rest on. It protects his legs from injuries and wear and tear on his joints. It stops draughts and provides a clean environment for healthy hooves, and prevention of disease. It especially helps your horse to stop getting cast. This is when he gets stuck against the wall, whilst lying down. The first step is: tie up your horse because it is much easier to muck out the stable when your horse is not in it. Next, remove any droppings, remove the soiled bedding, sweep the floor, bed down, which will protect the horse from draughts and knocks, and replace the water. Don't know how to bed down? No problem, each step is explained in detail so you can care for your horse!