And that is very important to know, because unlike a dog or cat that is part of the household, horses must have certain care and attention in order to stay healthy and fit. So, if you want to get a Miniature, you must learn a great deal about equine care and health. Someone thought they could just throw some hay out every day and that would do it. Well, you could invite one into your room for awhile, but your Mini will need a home of his own.
Horses are very sensitive to changes in their surroundings, pasture mates, humans and daily routine.
Making the transition from his old home to yours will be stressful, but with a little foresight, you can help him acclimatize more easily. Your first concern should be safe, adequate housing for your Mini. A 10' x 10' box stall is ideal for a Mini. Ideal flooring for stalls is clay or dirt. Stalls should be free of nails, wood splinters, sharp edges, or anything else on which your Mini might injure himself.