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Hackney Horses - Care

Hackney Horses are comparatively easy to keep due to their little size. You should only remember some general rules:

There must be a constant supply of fresh water.
Feed little and often.
Do not work immediately after feeding.
Feed according to bodyweight, age, condition, and workload.
Measure feeds by weight, not volume.
Make any changes to the diet gradual.
Keep to a regular feeding routine.
Keep mangers, and feed and water containers clean.
Feed adequate fiber: hay or grass.
Ensure regular worming.
Have teeth checked regularly.

Hackney Horses - Showing

The most popular place for the Hackney Horses today is the show ring. Both Hackney Horses and Ponies are judged on the same criteria: high action in front and back legs, snappy motion, proud, disciplined carriage of the head and tail, and alertness displayed in the ears and eyes. The Hackney gait is performed with piston-like quickness, suspending for a moment at the highest points. Their leg action at the trot is so exaggerated as to give the Hackney horse an air of suspended motion.

Hackneys (especially ponies) are also popular as "road horses." Their fast trot is ideal for the racing-type shows where they are exhibited. The Ponies are judged on motion retained at high speed, speed, quality, and manners.

Both Hackney Horses and Ponies can be shown in teams. These may be pairs side by side, two in tandem, or four in a team. The animals in team should be as similar in appearance and style of motion as is possible. In tandem the leaders should be a bit brighter and flashier, with higher motion, and the wheelers (Hackney horses closest to the wagon) should be slightly larger.

The carriages pulled by a team of Hackney Horses are usually antique vehicles

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