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INFORMATIVE

The

Sleeping

Horse

Equine sleeping patterns differ from those of other animals and
humans. Unlike human sleep, which is a single stretch of about eight

hours a day, horses take shorter naps. Such periods include short day
lie-downs and a few deep sleeps during the night. Also, how much
a horse sleeps depends on its age. Young foals, for example, take
frequent naps until they reach three months. Adult horses prefer
standing up rather than lying down. Older equines are more likely to
rest flat instead of dozing off while standing. Keep reading to gain
valuable insight into your horse’s sleeping scheme.

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