ASKHQ: IS A GOAT A GOOD COMPANION FOR A HORSE?

The best companion animal for a horse depends on the horse's personality, living situation, and your preferences as the owner. Horses are natural herd animals and need companionship to feel secure and less stressed. The best option as a companion for most horses is another horse. Horses naturally bond with other horses and meet each other’s social needs optimally. However, if a horse is not a possibility in your current scenario, or you are looking for a companion for specific situations with your horse, a goat is a suitable choice.

The benefits of choosing a goat include that they are generally easy to care for, don’t require vast amounts of space and are relatively inexpensive to feed. They have also been known to help calm nervous horses, particularly at shows. However, it is worth remembering that goats are excellent escape artists. They will need goat-proof housing and fencing to be kept safe.

In summary, most horses need the company of other horses, but a goat is a suitable option as an interim measure, stable buddy, or show companion, provided your horse enjoys the companionship.