Humber View Track Livery

Humber View Track Livery We are a natural track livery yard in Welton, East Yorkshire. Freedom, Friends & Forage

02/07/2025

If you see horses in a field and they come to the fence line then nobody is going to complain if you give them a head scratch and say hello.

But you should NOT be going in a field with horses you do not know.

You certainly should NOT be feeding horses you do not know.

Some horses have specialist diets, some are just overweight and don’t need the extra calories and all horses have the potential to cause serious injury to you and each other if you don’t know them and end up in the midst of a herd and are offering out food.

Horses are an expensive luxury that we as owners invest years of time and money into, not to mention that we love them like members of our family. Please do not put them at risk. If you want to be around them go to a charity such as HAPPA or visit a riding school.

Don’t interfere with somebody else’s animal.

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How many horses can you fit in a shelter during a short, sharp rain storm 🌧?
02/07/2025

How many horses can you fit in a shelter during a short, sharp rain storm 🌧?

30/06/2025

Group Turnout Part 1: Risks and Benefit

Guess I’m touching on another hot button subject.

When we talk about species-appropriate care, we’re not talking about luxury. We’re talking about proper welfare.

Horses are herd animals. They’re wired to graze, move, and live together. Social bonds help regulate their stress, digestion, rest, and even learning. Taking that away has serious consequences.

But I also hear the other side.

“ Group turnout is too dangerous. My horse could get hurt. I keep them alone for their own safety. “

And honestly, research does show injuries are more likely to happen during group turnout than solo turnout. A 2020 study found that a high percentage of those injuries were tied to fencing problems and space constraints.

Another overlooked factor: Turnout Time

Turnout time itself is a big factor in injury risk. Reduced turnout TIME is linked to an increase in herd-related injuries when horses do go out together but not 24/7. Short, restricted turnout builds up energy and social tension, making incidents more likely when they finally get out. Longer, consistent turnout supports stability, burns off excess energy, and helps prevent these issues.

There are people making these choices because they truly care about their horse's safety.

But there are also plenty more worried about their investment, the pristine coat, the resale value, the next show. For them, a bite mark can feel more important than a horse's mental health.

But lets look at what happens horses who are kept alone:

Lack of herd contact is linked to persistent stress, with effects like elevated immune markers, heart rate disturbances, and stereotypies. Studies have shown individually housed horses have elevated stress markers in their immune system, including higher neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratios, which suggest chronic stress and reduced disease resistance over time.

It might seem like keeping horses alone avoids the risk of bites or kicks, but it trades one kind of risk for another. It’s a risk that’s quieter, hidden, and rooted deep in their bodies and minds.

So yes, injuries can happen when horses live together.

But most of the time, it’s not just about IF they’re turned out together.

It’s about HOW.

Tomorrow, we’ll dive into the biggest piece of this conversation: Herd introductions because studies and research has shown a large majority of injures happen DURING herd introductions and the herd settling period after.

The way we set horses up to meet each other can make all the difference.

We've had some amazing news about Teddy! 🎉He came to us 6 weeks ago because he had liver issues with no discernable caus...
27/06/2025

We've had some amazing news about Teddy! 🎉
He came to us 6 weeks ago because he had liver issues with no discernable cause that the vets could find.
He's just had a blood test today and the results are amazing! ❤️
I've been saying he's been looking brighter so I did have high hopes for this but I didn't expect it to be this good!
He's still got a long way to go but as long as he's headed in the right direction then we're all happy 😁

27/06/2025

One of our liveries was down at the track early this morning and caught a load of snoozers 😴 ❤️
It is a bit of a long one coz there's so many of them!

It's dangerous eating anything around here! 😅
24/06/2025

It's dangerous eating anything around here! 😅

Sometimes you're happy to share your food with your best bud 🖤🧡Apple (left) got to help finish off Rubin's dinner.
23/06/2025

Sometimes you're happy to share your food with your best bud 🖤🧡
Apple (left) got to help finish off Rubin's dinner.

Everyone watches me very carefully when I come in with a bale 🤣
23/06/2025

Everyone watches me very carefully when I come in with a bale 🤣

After a hot day quite a few of the horses were enjoying the breeze at the top of the hill this evening
17/06/2025

After a hot day quite a few of the horses were enjoying the breeze at the top of the hill this evening

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16/06/2025

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When horses are denied regular contact with other horses, they can experience increased stress, which may manifest as restlessness, stereotypic behaviours (such as weaving or cribbing), and even health issues like digestive or musculoskeletal problems.

Social isolation has also been linked to heightened anxiety, learning difficulties, and a greater risk of injury, as horses deprived of companionship are more likely to become despondent or withdrawn.

Humans can offer comfort and support to horses during periods of social isolation, but cannot fully substitute for the social bonds horses form with other horses.

A recent (2025) study by Janczarek and colleagues examined this issue by measuring heart rate, heart rate variability, and behavioural responses in 12 horses during brief isolation periods.

The researchers found that even with attentive human support, horses still show physiological and behavioural signs of stress when isolated from other horses. Mares, in particular, remained stressed regardless of the type of human interaction.

Janczarek, I., Gazda, I., Barłowska, J., Kurnik, J., & Łuszczyński, J. (2025). Social Isolation of Horses vs. Support Provided by a Human. Animals

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15/06/2025

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Levi asking when his dinner will be ready? 🤣
15/06/2025

Levi asking when his dinner will be ready? 🤣

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