Step-by-step lesson
Daily Care: Water + Feed Basics
Learn what you can help with safely: checking water and following feeding rules.
CareNutritionSafety10 min5 steps
Before you start
Complete these lessons first
What you need
Equipment
Step by step
Check water buckets: full and clean.
Check: Water looks clean.
Tell an adult if a bucket is empty, dirty, or broken.
Check: I reported problems.
Learn the feeding routine: who feeds, when, and what is allowed.
Check: I know the schedule.
Never change amounts. Adults measure feed.
Check: I don’t feed without permission.
Use safe treat rules: ask first and use a flat palm.
Check: Treat rules remembered.
Common mistakes
- Feeding extra treats
- Ignoring an empty bucket
Coach cues
- Ask first. Measure matters.
Stop and get help if
- Horse isn’t eating
- Horse can’t reach water
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