28/10/2023
Horses are particularly vulnerable to bolting when exposed to fireworks. A recent study in New Zealand found that a large number of owned horses escape in response to fireworks. Some horses come back with lacerations, strains and broken limbs.
In preparation for a known fireworks event nearby:
🐴 Horses should be securely stabled or temporarily moved to a location away from the fireworks display, to minimise the risk of them physically harming themselves.
🐴 Any sharp objects that might injure a panicking horse should be removed
🐴 Stable windows should be covered to hide the sight of the fireworks, and food and water should be available for the horse
🐴 For stabled horses, have a radio playing to help with noise.
🐴 For horses that can't be stabled, it might help to leave some lights on around the property also.
