Horse Age Considerations
- Horses’ Lifespan Expectations
- Horse Age Comparison to Human Years
Is 30 a good age for a horse? Old age for horses is typically considered to be around 15 to 20 years old. A 30-year-old horse should still have a good quality of life with the right care and nutrition. The average lifespan of a horse is 25 to 30 years. It’s not uncommon for horses to live beyond 40 years.
Horse Age in Human Years
The first two horse years equal 6.5 human years. When a horse is 2 years old, it’s like a 13-year-old human. A 28-year-old horse is around 48 in human years.
Caring for Senior Horses
- You shouldn’t buy a horse over 16 years old if you aim to train and ride. Around 16, they still have riding years ahead although they aren’t young anymore.
- Some horses can manage a light rider with simple exercise at 20-25 years old, but at 30, there are risks for injury. After 25, look at spending quality time through grooming and walks.