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Practical recommendations for the species-adequate housing and handling of horses.The essentials of adequate housing for horses in research institutions are: Access to hay and water ad libitum, a soft substrate for lying, visual contact with other horses and opportunity to exercise at will with other horses. Handling should involve firm and gentle restraint, but not fear or pain. Grooming is necessary for comfort as well as cleanliness.