And also, regarding complaints of horses not being stalled: during the warm months, horses are on slip-stall boarding. They come in for grain, and go right back out. This is a very popular option in barns, as it maximizes turnout time while still allowing horses to get grain rations. As we all know, maximum turnout is key to a healthy horse. As soon as it gets cold and wintery, or a severe storm rolls through, the horses are kept inside at night. Why would you complain about a healthy, happy horse?
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