Horse App: Manage Appointments, Farrier & Competition Dates with Ease
Medical note
These guide articles do not replace veterinary advice, diagnosis or treatment. If anything is unclear, or in case of acute symptoms or an emergency, please contact a vet, an emergency veterinary service or an animal hospital immediately.
Farrier every eight weeks, dental check-up once a year, plus training, competitions, and vaccinations: Horses have more appointments than any other pet. A horse app keeps all deadlines in one place.
Between farrier, vet, dental care, saddle fitter, training, and competitions, even experienced equestrians can quickly lose track. Add to that vaccinations, deworming, and for breeding operations, mating dates and foal calendars. A horse app bundles all of this per horse: appointments with reminders, health records, documents, and costs – on your phone, right at the stable.
Essential Horse Appointments for Your Calendar
| Appointment | Typical Frequency | Why It's Important |
|---|---|---|
| Farrier / Hoof Care | Every 6–8 weeks | Identify hoof growth, posture, and gait issues early |
| Dental Care / Check-up | Once annually (young & older horses more often) | Hooks and sharp edges cause eating and riding problems |
| Vaccinations (e.g., Tetanus, Flu) | Annually or according to vaccination schedule | Often mandatory for competitions and stable boarding |
| Deworming / Fecal Sample | 3–4 times annually | Selective deworming based on fecal sample prevents resistance |
| Saddle Fitter / Saddle Check | Once annually or with weight changes | A poorly fitting saddle causes back problems |
| Osteopath / Physiotherapy | As needed | Maintain mobility, release tension |
| Competition Dates & Entry Deadlines | Seasonal calendar | Keep track of entry deadlines and start documents in time |
Plan Competition Dates and Entry Deadlines
Anyone who competes knows the stress: missing entry deadlines, forgetting vaccination records, the equine passport left at home. In the horse app, you create each competition as an appointment – including a reminder three days beforehand. This leaves enough time for entry, training, and documents. Mandatory vaccinations for competition participation are also documented in the health record and accessible at any time.
Training Log and Foal Calendar
For daily training, there's a training log per horse: sessions, intensity, and observations are documented, allowing you to track progress and spot setbacks early. Breeders use the foal calendar: based on the breeding date, it calculates the most important stages of gestation (e.g., 320, 340, and 360 days) and automatically creates the appointments.
Horse App for the Stable and Family
Riders on loan, care providers, and stable communities benefit from the sharing function: a horse's record can be shared with others – everyone sees health entries, veterinarians, and upcoming appointments in real-time, even if they join later. Only those with permission can make changes. For stables and breeders with many horses, a group tariff is available upon request.
Is the Horse App Free?
Yes: The first animal – dog, cat, or horse – is permanently free on Fellplaner, including appointments, reminder emails, and health records. If you wish to use multiple horses, AI scans of documents, or family sharing, you can upgrade to Pro (monthly or annually) or the one-time Lifetime access.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of appointments can I manage in the horse app?
In addition to vet and vaccinations, there are specific appointment types for farrier, dental care, saddle fitter, training, feeding, pasture, and foaling. All appointments appear in the calendar with an automatic reminder email three days beforehand.
Can I enter competition dates with reminders?
Yes. Create the competition as an appointment with a date – the reminder will automatically arrive three days beforehand, ensuring entries, training, and documents are taken care of in time.
Does the app work for an entire stable?
Yes. Each horse has its own record, and horses can be shared with riders on loan, caregivers, or family. For stables and breeders with many horses, a group tariff is available upon request.
Does the app replace the equine passport?
No. The equine passport remains the legally required document. The app is the digital complement: vaccinations, treatments, and documents are always with you, without the passport being left at the stable.