Is 40ft. x 40 1/2ft. a good enclouse for a Pony of America?

Question

I'm getting a pony of america~

Answer 1

That oughta be big enough. Most people are worried about grazing, but where i live there is no grass so its not really a big deal, you just have to feed them correctly. You also have to get them out an exercise them daily or your pen will get tore up really quick.

Answer 2

No.  Not if that is where the pony is expected to live and graze.  As a stall it is an awesome space if not maybe a little too roomy.  But as a turn out space for grazing and exercise it is not enough.

Answer 3

If that is just for her to stay in like a stall, that is wonderful. But if that is for her to live in on a daily basis (for grazing and all), that is not nearly enough. A horse needs at least one full acre of good, high-quality grass to graze on. A horse may need up to five acres or more to graze on (depending on grass quality).

Answer 4

That is more than enough for a stall, but if this is it's only enclosure your pony will need more physical activity. Make sure to put plenty of hay (ask for a vet or other experienced horse person for exact amount) in the horse's stall. Also you will need to either ride or lunge your horse every day for at least an hour. Will the pony be isolated from other horses? If so, this could lead to some behavior defects.

Answer 5

What do you mean by 'enclosure'?

Answer 6

thats a good size.

Answer 7

That's fine...Our are corrals are a wee bit bigger.  We dont have grass growing like some of the lucky folks here, we do provide grassy i purchase.  Kinda hard to have grassy pastures when you basically live in the desert.  Your horse will be fine in that size.