Sundance, the reason that ScratchnAll was invented, is my 33-year old mustang who can be classified as a back-yard horse. He and Ted, the donkey, are nearly inseparable. Being with them always boosts … read more

What kind of general health care do they need?Males will grow tusks. The ivory tusks generally need to be trimmed every couple of years. This usually requires a vet visit. Hooves usually need annual t … read more

WATERWatering horses in winter is a little more difficult than in summer. A stock tank heater keeps the water above freezing. I have the Nelson automatic heated waterer. The ScratchnAll is just next t … read more

Horses are well adapted to cold weather. As long as they have shelter from wind and wet, horses can stay comfortable when the temperatures plunge. A south-facing three-sided shelter with comfortable b … read more

Remember the stories about Cleopatra bathing in milk? Well it’s true and since cattle were not domesticated it was more than likely raw goat’s milk, with raw sheep milk as a close second possibility. … read more