23/06/2026
The media loves a good "everybody panic" headline... 🙈
And whilst it's important to stay informed, creating fear and anxiety doesn't always help people make the best decisions.
When we're stressed, overwhelmed or worried, our thinking can become clouded. We stop responding and start reacting.
The thing is, you know your horses.
You know your yard.
You know your field set-up.
You know which horses cope well, which ones need a bit more support, and what is sensible for your situation.
And let's give horses some credit too.
I regularly watch my horses stand out in the rain when they have trees and shelters available.
I see them stand in the sunshine when there's shade right there.
Why?
Because they have choice. It's when choice is taken away that's when there can be an issue, so awareness of that is key.
Every yard is different.
Some stables become ovens because of their position.
Some fields have very little natural shade.
Some horses are happier in, some are happier out.
There is no one-size-fits-all answer.
I'm actually quite thankful for today's rain. It means the ground, the grass and the horses are all getting a good soaking before the warmer temperatures arrive. Nature has already done part of the job for us.
So if the temperature does reach 30°C where you are, take a breath.
Look at your own horses.
Look at your own environment.
Make decisions based on what is in front of you, not what someone on social media thinks you should be doing.
The people judging aren't standing in your field.
They aren't managing your horses.
And they aren't living your life.
Trust your knowledge.
Trust your observations.
Trust your horses.
And maybe spend a little less time reading the comments section. 😉🐴☀️
