Tips for Keeping Horses Cool in Extreme Heat
Updated January 10, 2024
In this Ask the Vet video, Dr. Gray and SmartPaker Dan answer a question from a horse owner wondering whether she is “babying” her horse too much in the hot and humid Florida summer weather. They discuss ways to keep horses cool in extreme heat conditions while training, as well as one specific method you should not use to cool down your horse.
Additional Horse Owner Resources
- How hot is too hot to ride?
- Should you use fly sheets on horses in humid weather?
- Learn different types of exercises you can do with your horse in the heat.
- Busting myths on whether you should rinse a horse after a workout.
- Understand anhidrosis in horses.
SmartPak strongly encourages you to consult your veterinarian regarding specific questions about your horse's health. This information is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease, and is purely educational.