If you own a barn full of livestock, you understand the amount of time and energy it takes to keep things in order. Whether filling buckets, cleaning stalls, or grooming your horses, there is always something that needs to be done. You can get to a point where you ask yourself, could I be doing… Read more »
Horse owners and ranchers understand better than anyone the value of having a quality, well-designed barn to house your animals. A good barn will not only provide shelter for livestock, but also improve the look and increase the value of your property. When choosing a structure, it’s important to select one that meets these standards,… Read more »
Portable structures can be a very useful addition to your property. They’re great for storage, creating workspaces, and, of course, providing comfortable and secure shelter for your animals. But even though a portable building is a quick and easy solution for auxiliary space, that doesn’t mean you can choose any random model without putting some… Read more »
Finding the right housing and storage options to complete your farm, ranch, or other property is essential for the wellbeing of your animals. Whether you’re keeping just one horse or an entire farm of livestock, every one of your creatures needs a sturdy, reliable shelter to protect and comfort them. There are a lot of… Read more »
There are a lot of different ways to enhance the look and functionality of your horse barn. One of the most advantageous of these improvements is an overhang, also referred to as a lean. A barn overhang is essentially a continuation of the roof that extends the length and entrance of the structure. Overhangs are… Read more »
Does it take you 20 minutes to find your horse’s comb when you go to the barn to groom them? Do you have to move a pile of junk just to get to that comb when you do find it? Is that the same pile of junk you had to move yesterday when you were… Read more »
Since the winter season is fully upon us—and in our last blog post we covered cold weather care for your backyard chickens—we thought it might be useful to have our experts give you the scoop on how to prepare your horse barn for winter! Your horses should have proper shelter to retreat to all year,… Read more »
To build your own horse barn, or to board your horses—that is the question. It’s a tough choice, but we’re here to help you weigh the benefits of building a horse barn vs. boarding your horses. When should you board? Here are two good reasons: You don’t have enough space to build a barn on… Read more »
Bedding is an important consideration for every horse owner. Wood shavings and straw are the mainstays, but there may be other options available in some areas. No matter what you choose, the purpose of bedding is to keep your horse dry, comfortable, healthy and safe. Need some guidance choosing the right bedding for your horses?… Read more »
What do you do when your horse breaks a leg or gets colic? Do you panic, wondering how you’re going to afford the expensive vet bills that are bound to pile up? Or do you rest assured knowing that you’ve budgeted for your horse’s vet bills and that everything will work out? If the latter… Read more »
