In this guide, I’m excited to share everything you need to know about caring for horses in Farming Simulator 25. We’ll dive into their profitability and whether they’re worth your time. This guide is designed for all platforms, so whether you’re on console or PC, you’re covered!
Table of Contents
Understanding Horse Care
First off, let’s talk about where to keep your horses. Unlike cows, horses can’t graze. You’ll need to place a pasture for them. When you’re in the build menu, head over to the animal section. You’ll find five different types of pens.
- Capacity: Most pens can hold 16 horses at max. If you customize the size of your pasture, you might squeeze in a few more, but don’t count on it!
- Water Needs: Only the pasture requires water. The barns handle this automatically.
- Manure: Horses don’t produce manure or slurry, which is a key difference from other animals.
Buying Horses
When it comes to buying horses, you have two options: transport them yourself or get them delivered.
- Transporting: If you choose to transport them, you’ll need a special trailer that holds two horses at a time. You can find this trailer in the store under the animal transport section.
- Delivery: Simply pull up to the animal dealer icon on the map and select your horse. No transport fee here!
Feeding Your Horses
Feeding is crucial for keeping your horses healthy:
- Food Types: Horses need a mix of base food (oats or sorghum), hay (must be hay, not grass), and optional root crops like carrots or beets.
- Capacity Management: Each pen has a total food capacity that applies to all food types combined. Be careful not to fill it with just one type!
- Watering: Only the pasture needs water, so make sure to keep an eye on that.
Caring for Your Horses
Now let’s get into daily care:
- Health Monitoring: You can check their health status in the animal menu. They start at zero health and need regular care.
- Daily Riding: Riding your horse increases its fitness level. It’s best to ride at full speed to boost this quickly.
- Cleaning: Keep your horses clean by using a brush from the store. They can get dirty quickly!
Profitability of Horses
So, are horses worth it? Here’s what you should consider:
- Initial Costs: You’ll spend around $800 for a horse when factoring in transport fees.
- Return on Investment: Unlike pigs or cows, horses don’t provide manure or slurry, which can affect their profitability.
- Time Investment: Regular care and riding are essential for maintaining their health and maximizing their value.
This guide aims to equip you with all the necessary knowledge to effectively manage your horses in Farming Simulator 25.