Hello from Kentucky

[Scarlet Meadows]

Hello everyone! I'll be getting my first mini in August/September.
I've always had dark colored draft crosses. My new baby is cream with blue eyes.
Completely different and in left field for me.
Any helpful suggestions to protect his skin and eyes would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Standards Equine]

Welcome! I have no doubt you'll find loads of resources and good information here. Greetings from the great-white-north! Alberta, Canada

 

[MaryFlora]

Welcome from the other great white north -Minnesota! Tons of advice here!

Congratulations on your new little one! Looking forward to a pic or two when he’s home with you!

 

[LostandFound]

Hello! I would think a fly mask would be enough for his eyes, if they are sensitive. But I don't know what you would need to protect his skin. Usually light colored horses still have dark skin and don't need anything, it's the pinto markings that get you into trouble. But if he's got pink skin under light hair you may have to do nighttime turnout during the summer.

 

[Scarlet Meadows]

Welcome! I have no doubt you'll find loads of resources and good information here. Greetings from the great-white-north! Alberta, Canada

Hello! I would think a fly mask would be enough for his eyes, if they are sensitive. But I don't know what you would need to protect his skin. Usually light colored horses still have dark skin and don't need anything, it's the pinto markings that get you into trouble. But if he's got pink skin under light hair you may have to do nighttime turnout during the summer.

Thank you for the advice!

 

[Crimson Rose]

Welcome! I have very shaded pastures that seem to help my pinto miniatures a lot. I would definitely make sure that their hay and water are in consistent shade

 

[Scarlet Meadows]

Welcome! I have very shaded pastures that seem to help my pinto miniatures a lot. I would definitely make sure that their hay and water are in consistent shade

That is a awesome idea! Thank you!