Protect your horse from fireworks

Introduction

Every year thousands of horses are frightened by fireworks. Fireworks can be very frightening for any horse as they are quite loud, especially if they are close by. You should always try and protect your horse from being scared by fireworks but there are some things you can do which will help this happening in the first place. If you have to take your horse out then make sure that it is either stabled or tethered securely so it cannot run off and get hit by a car or hurt itself in any other way during what will likely be an anxious time for both of you!

It is a good idea to plan ahead of time how you can protect your horse from being scared by fireworks.

It is a good idea to plan ahead of time how you can protect your horse from being scared by fireworks. It is not always possible to prevent fireworks from putting your horse into a panic, but if you make sure that your horse has a safe place where it can sleep overnight and do not turn your horse out if there are likely to be fireworks going off nearby, then this will help reduce the chances of an emergency situation occurring.

Fireworks are usually let off at night so you should try and make sure that your horse has a safe place where it can sleep overnight.

Fireworks are usually let off at night so you should try and make sure that your horse has a safe place where it can sleep overnight.

It's important that you make sure your horse is secure in its field, paddock or stable, as if frightened by the noise of fireworks, they could bolt and be injured by something such as barbed wire fencing.

Do not turn your horse out if there are likely to be fireworks going off nearby.

• Do not turn your horse out if there are likely to be fireworks going off nearby. This can cause the horse to become frightened, which can lead to bad behavior and possibly injury.

• If fireworks are going off nearby where you're riding, do not tie up or leave your horse outside or in a field where someone could easily let them off nearby.

If your horse is stabled, keep the windows closed and the stable door shut.

If your horse is stabled, keep the windows closed and the stable door shut. If you have a covered driveway or barn, you might want to consider moving your horse's stall so that he has access to an open area. If your horse is boarded at a facility, ask if they can keep him in one of the open pastures where there isn't as much noise, smoke and dust from fireworks.

A few simple precautions can help ensure that your horse doesn't become too anxious during this time period:

Keep some lights on in the stable so that it does not feel too dark.

• Turn on some lights.

• Keep them dim, and near the horse's head.

• Leave them on for at least an hour before you turn them off again (so that he or she can get used to the light levels).

Be aware that horses are more likely to bolt if they feel trapped, so make sure there is no chance of them getting trapped in a corner.

Be aware that horses are more likely to bolt if they feel trapped, so make sure there is no chance of them getting trapped in a corner. If you have a horse that is prone to bolting, you may need to take extra precautions.

If your horse does bolt, it’s important to remain calm and not chase after him/her. Doing so could further scare the animal and cause more trouble than it’s worth. In most cases, horses will stop after running for a while or realizing they can’t escape whatever scared them in the first place.

Do not tie up your horse outside or leave it in a field where someone could easily let fireworks off nearby. You should also ensure that any gates are secure.

Don't tie up your horse outside and leave it unattended.

Don't leave your horse in a field with gates that are easy to open.

Ensure all gates are secure.

Make sure there is nothing flammable or which could otherwise cause an injury near your horse's stable.

• Make sure there is nothing flammable or which could otherwise cause an injury near your horse's stable.

• Make sure there are no sharp objects near your horse's stable.

• Make sure there is nothing that could cause an injury to your horse or you.

• And, most importantly, make sure there is nothing that could cause a fire in the stable.

Turn music on to help drown out some of the sound of the fireworks going off outside. Horses are less scared by things they recognise so playing music may help settle an unsettled horse and will also help mask some of the noise coming from outside.

Music can help drown out some of the sound of fireworks going off outside. Horses are less scared by things they recognise so playing music may help settle an unsettled horse and will also help mask some of the noise coming from outside.

Turning on music can be a great way to calm your horse down, especially if it is something that they are familiar with such as classical or country music.

Conclusion

Remember to be prepared for your horse's reaction to fireworks and keep him safe. A little planning will ensure that he does not become spooked or start bolting around when the sound of fireworks being let off nearby. If you are stabled, keep the windows closed and stable door shut as well as making sure there is no chance of getting trapped in a corner. Do not tie up outside or leave your horse in a field where someone could easily let fireworks off nearby and ensure that any gates are secure too. Make sure there is nothing flammable near his stable such as hay bales or other items which could cause an injury should they catch alight from a stray spark from outside while also turning on music inside so it can help drown out some of the sound coming through walls from outside - this may also help settle an unsettled horse better than silence would have done