Summary

A guide to providing safe, usable shelter for horses to support health and welfare in all seasons. Explains how horses tolerate a wide temperature range, how wind and wet hair coats increase cold stress, and how shade helps in heat. Compares natural shelter like tree lines with run in sheds, open roof shelters, and barns, noting that full confinement can increase health risks without turnout. Offers practical shelter guidelines on ventilation, drainage, orientation to prevailing winds, manure management, bedding, and recommended space needs for groups and stalls so all horses can access shelter safely.