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7 Things To Consider Before Choosing Timber For A Horse Stable

By On November 14, 2022 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, How To Buy A Horse Property

There are a variety of materials you can choose for your barn, shed, or table. Brick, steel, and timber are all materials that are commonly used to build stables on a horse farm. Timber tends to be the most popular among all. You must remember that before opting for timber without a second thought, there are some factors you have to consider: the horse’s comfort, health, safety, stable maintenance, durability, appearance and more.

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Two Overlooked Agreements Horse Property Businesses Should Have Reviewed by an Attorney, Immediately

By On September 2, 2022 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

Just like riding a horse comes with inherent risk, so does operate a horse property. You have individuals engaging in life-threatening activities daily. On top of that, you’re managing relationships with various people, including boarders and trainers.

Often, horse property owners neglect to spend the time or money necessary to produce contracts that protect their business from not only liability but also financial hardships. And even if they have, the documents used are from online sources. They’re boiler-plate and are not customized to their specific business.

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Moving with Horses

By On July 25, 2022 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse

Moving with horses is very, very different from moving with a dog or cat. You must prepare months in advance and coordinate with several people to ensure that you and your horse will arrive in your new home perfectly safe, happy, and healthy.
Talk to your veterinarian about vaccinations, tests, and other health requirements for a long-distance move. For your peace of mind, consider purchasing equine insurance to cover your expenses in case something untoward happens during transport.
Weeks before the move, train your horse to enter and exit a trailer without getting spooked. Introduce leg guards that will keep it upright and stable throughout the long ride.

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Tack room renovation tips

By On May 4, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

Finally found the time to reorganize the tack room in your horse property? Read these helpful tack room renovation tips for guidance. – Renovating a tack room can be a simultaneously challenging and exciting project. Unfortunately, tack room renovations are typically overlooked or continuously postponed for later. Therefore, you might be in for a lot of remodeling and repairing. Of course, the renovating possibilities may vary considerably depending on your needs, size, structure, age, and condition of the tack room. For this reason, we will explore a few tack room renovation tips to help you improve your horse property by executing the renovation flawlessly.

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All you need to know about eco-friendly stables

By On April 4, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse

Taking up an eco-friendly mindset concerning your lifestyle choices, or your daily consumption of food and other goods has become more relevant in the last few decades. Many industries have, as a result, recognized and reacted to the increasingly vital need to live as sustainably as possible. If you are among the people who understand […]

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How to Transform Your Garage Into a Stable

By On March 8, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse

Many people love horses but don’t have enough land on their property to build a stable from scratch. Because of this, you might think that their dream of owning a horse can never become a reality. Nothing could be further from the truth – as long as they have an empty garage.
The garage is actually an extremely versatile place that can be used for more things than you can imagine – including being converted into a stable. We hope that after reading this article, you will know how to do it in your own garage – especially since, in reality, it’s not as hard as it might seem. 

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Strategies for Combating Dust on Horse Properties

By On February 27, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

When you own a horse farm, dust is simply a reality. Horse owners know all too well that dust can get just about everywhere. Whether you’re in the arena, the barn, the trailer, or the stall, your horses are bound to “kick up a little dust”.

In most cases, it’s not a huge problem. If your barn is far away from your home, for example, you might not care about a dusty environment.

But, dust becomes a bigger issue if your barn or arena is close to where you live. Or, if you’re tired of dust getting into your car, your clothes, and just about everything else.

So, what can you do as a horse owner to combat dust on your property? Thankfully, there are steps you can take to manage it. It’s more than just a “cosmetic” problem. Getting rid of excess dust can benefit your horse’s health, as well as your own. With that in mind, let’s look at some manageable solutions for controlling dust on horse properties.

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Tips for restoring an old horse barn

By On February 25, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

Looking at that old horse barn, it slowly starts becoming obvious that it has seen better days. Time flies by, the wear and tear start to show, and the years of heavy rain, snow, and baking summers don’t forget to leave their mark. But now, while the construction still bravely defies gravity, it’s time to set it to rights. Be it for a cosmetic update or radical renovation – we’ve rounded up some tips for restoring an old horse barn that will help you give its four-hoofed lodgers a proper home.

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Necessary Upgrades You Should Make To Your Horse Farm

By On February 4, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse

Maintenance and upgrades are key on a horse farm. If you have an especially old property, this task may be a bit daunting. For many horse ranches, these tasks are not only expensive but physically demanding. Many farm owners even spend their entire lives maintaining the integrity of their farm.
A functional space that keeps your horses healthy with a good resale value requires sacrifice. However, with the right information, maintenance doesn’t need to be a taxing chore. Instead, you can have the farm of your dreams in little to no time.

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Building a Horse Property from the Ground Up

By On January 24, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else, How To Buy A Horse Property

Have a Clear Vision
Among other forms of agricultural investments, horse farming is the most challenging. To make it a big success, you should have a clear vision. For instance, decide what you want from the horse property? Some people plan to go towards breeding, while others wish to add a riding facility. Having a horse stud is another option. Depending on the vision, you can plan your budget, material, and timeline.

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