Winter Horse Care: Start the Year Right

January is where winter either compounds problems or prevents them.

The holidays are over. Routines return. Temperatures drop deeper. This is when stiffness, soreness, and recovery issues show up if winter care hasn’t adjusted.

Good winter horse care isn’t dramatic. It’s consistent.

Why January Feels Harder on Horses

• Coldest temperatures of the season
• Reduced daylight and turnout time
• Less natural movement
• Thicker joint fluid and tighter muscles

This is especially true for senior horses and those in regular work.

Consistency Beats Intensity in Winter

January care should focus on maintaining motion, not chasing fitness.

Light daily movement, thoughtful warm ups, and calm recovery routines prevent stiffness from settling in. This mindset aligns with Prehabilitation: supporting the body before discomfort becomes a pattern.

Topical Support Without Sensory Stress

Winter skin and tissues are more sensitive. Overstimulating products can create tension instead of relief.

A sensation-free liniment gel supports circulation and tissue comfort without heat, cold, or tingling.

Draw It Out® Liniment Gel is designed for daily winter use, helping horses stay comfortable without distracting sensations.

Smart Winter Application Areas

• Lower legs after turnout
• Hocks and stifles during grooming
• Back and hips before and after light work

Use steady pressure and allow absorption as part of your routine.

Build a Winter Routine That Holds

Strong winter care includes more than products:

• Daily movement when footing allows
• Longer warm ups and cool downs
• Appropriate blanketing
• Consistent grooming to stimulate circulation

If you’re unsure how to tailor care to your horse, the Draw It Out® Solution Finder helps dial in the right approach.

January Sets the Tone

How you support your horse now affects how they feel through the rest of winter.

Calm routines, sensation-free topical support, and attention to daily movement keep horses comfortable and ready as the year begins.

Explore the full Horse Liniment Collection to support your winter care routine with confidence.

Modern performance. Proven calm.