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Automatic Care September 30, 2006
We're all familiar with the conventional wisdom that says horses are healthier, and happier, when they're fed several small meals a day rather than just one or two larger meals. And we all know they need constant access to fresh, clean water. But the demands of traditional horsemanship aren't always so easy to fulfill in the 21st century. It can be nearly impossible to be at a horse's beck and call for feedings and waterings four, five, or six times a day. Fear not. With the help of a few technological innovations, you can meet all of your obligations and make sure your horses are well cared for. Just think: no more worries about rushing around to make sure you adhere to your feeding schedule. No need to panic about whether the trough has frozen over in your absence. No worries if you can get all the horses tended and meet that client for dinner. All now can be done with the aid of a little automation. AUTOMATIC FEEDERS Automatic feeders for horses exist in all sorts of varieties. What they have in common is a reservoir for feed, a power source that enables the device to dump feed into a bucket or bowl, and a timer you can set so the feed is delivered when you choose. Continue Reading [*PDF file, 1.28 MB download] *Adobe Reader is required to view PDF files. |
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