It’s Halloween and there are a lot of scary Spirits around.  So how can you protect yourself from things that go “bump in the night”?  With a magic horse shoe, of course!

Now is the time of year when wildlife may start to find its way into your barn. While squirrels, mice, and birds might be enjoyable while they’re outside, when they come into your barn they become nuisances and even health hazards. Need to keep wildlife out of your barn this fall and winter? These tips can help you do that!

Chances are that your hay bill is one of your highest bills in caring for your horse. The last thing that anyone wants to do is to waste hay, especially when the cost of hay is so high. Luckily for you, we’ve got some great tips to minimize hay wastage in your barn.

It is always important to make safety #1 when riding, especially when you are riding with children.  

One of the major decisions that you will face when building or expanding your barn is selecting what style of horse stall you want. While there is plenty of variety between stall designs, stall doors come in just two styles – sliding and hinged. Unsure of which type of door is right for you? Here’s some information that might help in your decision!

Fostering a rescue horse is a great way to help a horse in need. If you are new to horses, this is also a great way to test the waters. If you think you’d like to give fostering a try, here are the basics that you will need to know.

In addition to the basics for comfortable and safe stalls for your horse, there are a number of add-ons to personalize your stable and to make horse care easier.  

Fall is a great time to upgrade your barn landscape.  Planting new trees/plants in the ground before the first frost gives them plenty of time to get acclimated to their new home before winter comes.  Studies show that plants put in during the fall are already bigger than the ones you will find at the garden store in the spring. 

Whether you are building a new barn or renovating an old one, the best way to get what you want is to remember the old adage, “form follows function.”  Before you start planning your barn, think about the following things:

With high temperatures and dangerous heat waves looming through the Midwest and south this week it is important to remember the dangers of heat stress/exhaustion and heat stroke. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are extremely dangerous conditions for not only you but also your horse and other animals. It is often seen during the summer months and in areas where the humidity is high. Strenuous activities or sports such as eventing, jumping, combined driving, or even a simple ride during high temperatures can cause heat stroke/stress.