As the ponds dry up and the streams stop running, the New Forest ponies become more reliant on the water troughs and will wait a long time between drinks. As they reach the troughs they break into a trot and then they drink and drink and drink.
Sarah Weston is a horse lover, and has been a horse owner and trainer for many years. Copies of her book, No Fear, No Force - A Guide to Handling the Semi-Feral Foal can be obtained direct through her website: www.sarahweston.co.uk