How to prepare my horse for stabling? 🐴 ❄️
Winter is just around the corner! The days are getting shorter, temperatures are dropping, and your horse may be spending as much time in the stable as out in the field. Whether it's protection from cold nights or rainy days, it's essential to turn their stable into a true cosy retreat where they feel calm, warm and safe 🙈.
At OHLALA, we love spoiling our horses — so we've put together a little selection of products and accessories for a comfortable, stress-free winter 🔥
1. Provide enrichment for mental stimulation 💫
Physical exercise is essential, but in winter, slippery ground can limit turnout time. Your horse may end up spending several hours in the stable ❄️ It's important to find enriching activities to help reduce stress and anxiety.
For the playful ones
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Horse ball: hung in the stable or paddock, it's flexible and sturdy so your horse can play freely.
Our top 3:
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Sound plush toy: perfect for chewers or cuddle lovers — this soft toy contains a plastic bottle that makes a fun, intriguing noise. The bottle is replaceable, so the fun lasts even longer 🥰
🧡 Our favourite: Kentucky Horsewear - Unicorn horse toy
For the foodies
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Likit with Boredom Buster holder: perfect for horses who love treats! The ball keeps them mentally stimulated while dispensing treats or a salt lick. Your horse stays entertained and gets their daily minerals ❤️
To shop the holder, click here 👈
Discover the different Likit flavours, right here 👈
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Unika Balls: ideal for dispensing supplements in a fun and engaging way. For winter, we recommend Gastro, to support your horse's digestive system during the cold and stressful months ☃️ It also stimulates salivation and contains charcoal and liquorice to soothe the stomach 🥰
👉 All our Unika Balls
- And to stock up on minerals this winter, don't forget the Natural Rock 💎 These 100% natural salt licks are an excellent source of sodium and essential trace elements for your horse's wellbeing.
Discover the 3 flavours ✨
2. Practical accessories to make daily life easier 👀
Winter stable care can be quite a challenge… but not with these OHLALA essentials!
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Norton travel boots: quick to put on, they protect and soothe your horse after a session or during transport 🙌🏼
To shop the boots:
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Personalised stable board: no more mix-ups with rations or supplements. Three slots for meals and a space for your horse's name, with an erasable marker 😌
Want it? Find it right here 👈
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Manure fork and rake: to keep the stable, grooming area or horsebox clean. A simple but essential must-have 💕
Our Hippotonic duos:
Hippotonic - Black manure fork and rake
Hippotonic - Pink manure fork and rake
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Stable door curtain: practical and elegant, with easy-to-use snap hooks — perfect for shows in the rain 🌧
Discover our stable doors and curtains
3. Create a cosy winter haven ❄️
With these handy accessories and toys, you can turn your horse's stable into a true haven of calm and security. Some products may suit your horse better depending on their personality and anxiety levels — but you can also use these ideas in a field shelter or paddock for even more fun!
Do you have any other tips or favourite winter products?
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