Diet
Avoid overfeeding: American Quarter Horses maintain a healthy body weight on a small amount of feed. Feed them 1% to 1.5% of their body weight daily, primarily hay and grass, which should make up 95% of their diet.
Fresh Water
Provide fresh water daily: Horses need to drink 10 to 15 gallons (38 to 57 liters) of water per day. Adjust the amount based on age, activity level, and weather. Ensure the water source remains unfrozen in winter and provide more water in summer, especially when outdoors.
Pasture Maintenance
Divide the pasture into sections: Use a fence to section the pasture into 2 to 4 areas. Rotate the horse to a new section once the grass is eaten down to 3 inches (7.6 cm). This helps maintain the quality of the forage.
