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Horse Barn Accessories Articles, Horse Tack Articles
 How to Choose Horse Stalls: A Comprehensive Guide to
Choosing the Perfect Horse Stalls
Owning a horse comes with many responsibilities, and one of the crucial decisions horse owners face is choosing the right stalls for their equine companions.
Article from Armour Horse Stalls
 How to Remove Horse Manure from Your Pasture
Managing the amount of manure in your paddocks and pastures is an overwhelming and often dreaded aspect of being a responsible horse owner.
 How to Select A Sound System for Horse Clinics
Your first step is to select the appropriate sound system for your space.
Barb Paulsen for Equine Audio
 Fresh Water for Life: Ritchie Automatic Waterers Keep Your Horse Healthy
and Help the Environment
Fresh water on demand is the single, most important nutrient that you provide for your horse. Fresh water represents between 60 to 80 percent of your
horse’s daily nutritional requirements.
 How to Build a Horse Arena
Article from Footing First
 How to Host a Successful Horse Clinic
Article by Barb Paulsen & C.M. Brown, Jr.
Horse clinics can be a fun and educational way to improve your skills, learn more about your horse/make a better connection with your horse, and make
connections with others that share your love and appreciation for our equine partners.
 What is the Best Mud Management Solution for Horse Farms?
by Debbie Disbrow
 How to Build an Equestrian Arena
Article from FootingFirst
 How to Find the Best Horse Fencing
Shopping for horse fencing can be confusing... this is what you need to know!
by Debbie Disbrow
 How to Protect your Arena Footing From Rain
Is your equestrian business disrupted by rain?
 Proper Posts for Your Horse Fencing
One of the most important parts of fencing for your horses
will be your posts. So lets start there and the rest of your fencing choices will automatically fall in place.
Article by Debbie Disbrow
 How To Find The BEST Arena Footing
Arena surfaces come in many different types & price ranges.
Article from FootingFirst
 Safe Fencing for Expectant Broodmares
If your broodmare is expecting this year, here are some fence and gate
guidelines that will keep your new foal safe!
Article by Karen Elizabeth Baril
 How to Plan Your Horse Trip
Article by: Nick Godfrey for Equalizer Systems Hydraulic Jack For Horse Trailers
 The Ultimate Barn and Arena Lighting Guide for Horse Owners
How many times have you wished you had better lighting in your barn,
arena, or along causeways? When it comes to handling horses, good lighting is more than a luxury; it’s a prerequisite to a healthy and safe horse experience.
Article by Karen Elizabeth Baril
 Winter Horse Care; what do horses really need?
In this month’s article, we share a few responsibilities you can let slide in cold-weather months and one or two that should never be compromised.
Article by Karen Elizabeth Baril
 The Miniature Horse; feeding, turnout, and safe fencing.
Years of selective breeding have produced a tiny equine that retains all of the characteristics of a full sized horse.
Article by Karen Elizabeth Baril
 7- Tips to Fight Flies and Mosquitoes on the Horse Farm
There’s nothing like a warm spring day to bring out the flying insects.
It starts with those little gnats and flying midges and before you know it, the entire eco-system is humming with biting insects. They are more than irritating; pound for pound flies and mosquitoes are the
most dangerous critters on earth.
Article by Karen Elizabeth Baril
 Smart Choices in Horse Barn Aisle Footing
by Karen Elizabeth Baril
 Why You Should Put a Cover on Your Horse Trailer, Truck and Recreational Vehicle
Article from CalMark Cover Co.
 ATVs Are The All Purpose Tool For Horse Owners By D.P. Goossens
Country Manufacturing, Inc.
ATVs can be used for spreading manure and harrowing pastures and fields as well as hauling supplies and materials. These products can truly make
your ATV the all-purpose piece of equipment around your horse property.
 Design a Beautiful and Functional Equine Facility
Creating a master plan is critical to the success of any project. For most farm owners, saving money is going to be part of the equation.
Article written by Karen Elizabeth Bari
 How to Keep Your Horse Barn Clean by Elgee Mfg.
In Winter keeping your horse’s stable clean is paramount to ensuring that
diseases don’t live or spread around your barn.
 Winter Water for Horses; solve your winter water woes once and for all.
Water is the most important nutrient in your horse’s diet. Water keeps your horse’s joints lubricated, wards off colic, helps him to maintain his
body temperature, and works to keep his nervous system strong.
Article written by Karen Elizabeth Baril
 Horse Farm Repairs that Won’t Break the Bank
By Karen Elizabeth Baril
 Natural Insect Control for Horse Barns
By Karen Elizabeth Baril
We do our best to protect our horses by vaccinating them against vector-borne diseases and limiting exposure to biting
insects outdoors. Fly sheets, fly masks, and spray go a long way to protecting them from insect bites in the field and paddock, but we also need to keep insects out of the barn. In
this article, we’ll look at some natural ways to do just that
 How To Keep Your Horses Safe, Minimizing Your Risk
Article written by Karen Elizabeth Baril
 5-Tips to Tame Winter Horse Chores
We love the seasons, but as horse owners, winter weather makes horse-keeping
challenging. Article by Karen Elizabeth Baril
Home Away From Home.
Horse Containment in Camp.
No matter what containment option you choose, it's best to prepare your
horse for camping at home. Veteran campers recommend setting up a practice camp on your horse's home turf.
Article by Karen Elizabeth Baril
 Horse Fencing That is Safe, Strong, and Smart
by Karen Elizabeth Baril
Safe, strong, and smart. We’re not talking about your horse, though he’s strong and smart, too.
 3-Spring Fence Projects You Can Plan Now
by Karen Elizabeth Baril
As farm owners, we’re expected to know what type of fencing we need for our unique situation. Paddocks or fields near busy roads, for instance, dictate
secure and solid fencing; electric rope or tape is not enough. Other considerations include gender (stallions versus mares and foals), age, and even temperament.
 Get Organized! Tips for Keeping the Barn and Tack Room Tidy
A recent study showed that clutter triggers a stress response in humans.
Article by Karen Elizabeth Baril
 Keep Your Horse Hydrated in Every Season
We know that fresh, clean water is essential to our horse’s well-being. In fact, water is the foundation of our nutrition plan.
Article by Karen Elizabeth Baril
 How To Have Better Communication With Your Horse Trainer!
Whether you are just starting out or are a well-seasoned rider, taking regularly
scheduled lessons with an experience trainer can help you step up your game.
Article from CEECOACH®
 Jumping Tips for Western Riders
Are you a western rider who might want to play around with jumping? Maybe you are an avid back country trail rider, or a mountain trail competitive rider, both of whom need
to be able to hop over a log, narrow creek or bale of straw safely. Article by Desiree Johnson for Smooth Stride Riding Jeans
 The BEST Fan for Horse Stalls
Most fans seen in barns are absolutely NOT designed to be in a barn (or any agricultural setting). So what is the big difference in fans? Here are a few of the crucial
differences between fans made for residential use versus agricultural use.
Article by Christy Schulthess
 Pasture Management and Manure Management for Horse Owners!
Keeping pastures healthy keeps your horses healthier, reduces your feed bills, reduces your physical labor and reduces the time away from your horses.
Article from Super Scooper by Red Barn Products, LLC
 Tips for Planning Fence Layouts
A well-planned fence layout is not only beautiful and easy to maintain, but it’s also a real step-saver when doing barn chore
Article by Karen Elizabeth Baril
 Native Americans Create Horse Tack: Pine Ridge Reservation
It has taken four years for me to secure reliable artists who can find their way up out of the oppression.
Article by Elaine Castelao for ThinLine Tack.
 Common Questions on Metal Horse Barns
Metal barns do not need to be repainted or re-stained every couple of years and are not susceptible to warping, cracking, rotting, mold, infestations, and other issues commonly occurring with wood structure
Article from Carport Central Barns
 Choose the Right Electric Horse Fence for the Job
Electric fencing is one of the most effective methods of keeping horses safely in their paddocks or fields. Article by Karen Elizabeth Baril
 How to make your horse happy!!
We all want a happy horse, but how do you accomplish that? Toys and ice cream work great for kids. New cars work great for adults. But what event in your horses’ life creates this same emotion?
The answer is FOOD.
Article from Equine Automation Automatic Feed Dispenser
 Horse Pasture Planning and Design
Perhaps one of the most daunting tasks facing a new property owner planning to construct a new equestrian facility is the planning and layout of the property!
Article by Thomas L. Croce, Architects
 The Value of Using Elastic Kinesiology Tape in Equine Training Programs by Dr. Bev
Gordon
Elastic kinesiology taping has been popular in human athletics for many years, but its popularity has been markedly on the rise since the 2012 Summer Olympics, where many
Olympians were seen wearing it during their competitions. Its proven success has led forward-thinking equine professionals to consider its use in equine health care and training
programs, where they are witnessing firsthand its clinical benefits.
 What is the Best Saddle Pad Blanket for your horse?
Answer the question: Is your horse so much more comfortable in his back that he can perform better and happier?
Article by ThinlineGlobal
 Advantages of HTP Rail Horse Fencing
Having good horse fencing is part of responsible horse ownership!
Article from Redstone Supply Horse Fencing and Farm Products
 How to Fit a Bitless Sidepull Bridle
We are proud to work with Justin Dunn of Justin Dunn Mustang Horsemanship -
Justin's own words- "The typical question from my clients is, "What bit should I use?" My response is "Why do you want a bit?"
Article by Buckaroo Leather
 Choose the Right Stall System - If you've priced stall systems, you know they represent a
substantial capital investment for any farm. Whether your personal style leans towards a rich Tuscany look, the curvy lines of the British royal stable or a more standard look---
be sure to do your homework before you take out your checkbook.
 Controlling Dust for Healthy Horse Respiratory System
Health of the Equine Respiratory System, Create a healthy Arena
Article by Teri Clark for ArenaClear.com
 Horse Fencing 101
One could probably teach or take a semester long course on fencing. There are nearly as many types and brands of fences as there are breeds of horses. It is my
intention in this brief article to touch on a few of the more popular types and offer the pros and cons of each.
Article by WindRiver Fence
 Protective and Supportive Leg Equipment for Your Horse
Advantages of Bell Boots and Leg Wraps For Horses- Some horses, no matter how light their workload, are prone to over-reaching, forging, or interfering and injuring themselves. Article by ThinLineGlobal
 Best Feeder For Horse Stalls
Horses are grazers. They are designed to take in small meals all day long. To understand slow feeding we need to understand how a horse is programmed to eat vs. how we would like them to eat.
Featured Horse Product Article from
Pro Panel 3 in 1 Horse Feeder
 Choosing Materials for Affordable Horse Stalls
Advantages of Aluminum Components for Horse Stalls that Look Great and Last!
Article from Armour Companies
Horse Trailer Tire Safety When trailering horses, the condition of your tires is of prime concern.
Article from L&S Safety Solutions
Horse Trailer Cameras Do I really need a trailer camera to monitor my horses while driving? Article from Trailer Eyes
 Keeping Horses Warm in Winter
When winter winds begin to blow and snow starts to fly, many horse owners jump to bundle their babies into their heaviest blankets and batten down the hatches so their horses stay nice
and warm in the barn. But although a snug stall and warm rug sound great to us, they’re actually contrary to what’s healthiest for most horses during the cold months.
 Preventing Heat Stress in Horses
Modern horses evolved in some of the world’s hottest areas, but over the centuries they’ve been bred to survive and excel in colder climates, while our intensive management strategies have
simultaneously removed their natural coping mechanisms.
Article from Big Ass Fans
 Affordable Horse Stalls
Every horse owner has an idea of how he or she would like his or her horse to live. Nothing is too good for their prized possession… until that word, “budget” enters into the discussion.
by Woodstar Products, Inc.
 Quality, Affordable Arena Werks Drags
For over 22 years, Arena Werks owner and founder, Randy Snodgress of Joshua, Texas, has
invested his life building quality arena grooming equipment.
Article from Snodgress Equipment and arenawerks.com
 Toys for Horses Create A Stimulating Environment For Both Horse and Rider
There are many principles involved in supporting your horse in mind, body and spirit.
By Lisa Ross-Williams
 Debunking Automatic Waterer Myths
Being in business for 90 years has allowed us to hear and understand what customers and other watering
companies are saying about automatic waterers. Below is a collection of the most popular automatic waterer myths and truths of 2011.
Article from Ritchie Industries Inc.
 Selecting a Horse Stall Manufacturer for Your Dream Barn
When building your dream barn, selecting a horse stall manufacturer can be difficult. It is good to
choose one with a variety of stall and barn products. By Armour Companies
 Better Horse Stall Ventilation by Design
There is a standing argument that the best place for the horse to live is “Outside”. When air quality is considered, it is difficult to argue against that point. Having said that, there are many
good reasons to stall your horse.
By Michael Sullivan, Woodstar Products, Inc.
 How to Choose the Right Horse Automatic Watering System
Automatic livestock watering systems have been around since the 1920’s but have evolved tremendously.
Article from Ritchie Waterers
 Affordable Horse Arena Footing
by Footing First, Official Manufacturer, Supplier, and Installer
of the Arena Footing for The National Horse Show in NY!
Footing First, LLC
Composting Horse Manure Rotary Composter By Sun State Organics, LLC
ATVs, the All Purpose Tool for Horse Owners by D.P. Goossens Country Manufacturing
Riding Jeans Vs Regular Jeans, What’s the Difference? by The Horsewoman Spirit
How to Bathe Your Horse By Jill Mari Embry inventor of The Magician Curry Wash
Horse Cooling Equine Facilities: Two Problems, One Solution Big Ass Fans
Automatic Horse Waterers or The Bucket – What Do You Do? by Dave Anderson
Choosing The Right Utility Vehicle for Your Horse Property from Bobcat©
Is Your Stall Safe? By D. P. Goossens, Country Manufacturing, Inc.
Better Ventilation for Better Stalls and Barns by Armour Gates Inc.
Providing Year-Round Comfort for Your Horses
More Horse Tack Articles
 ‘ON-THE-BIT’: A Misleading and Mischievous Phrase
The phrase ‘on the bit’ is misinterpreted by many dressage enthusiasts who compete under FEI rules. As a result, they use the bit to achieve a certain frame and fail to realize that this is not collection. Robert Cook
FRCVS, PhD article from The Bitless Bridle
Advantages of Wool for Horse Tack by Mike Easton 5 Star Equine Products
Saddle Pad Choice, The Saddle Pad Dilemma by ThinLine Inc. Saddle Pads
Fitting your Horse’s Bit, Resisting vs. Responding: Could It Be The Bit? By Kim Newell
EquiPedic, Inc. A Revolutionary Approach to Resolving Saddle Fit and Equine Comfort Issues.
No More Back Pain for Horse or Rider article by Thinline Inc.
MicroChips for Horses Getting your horse back. by AVID® The MicroChip Company
Leather Care Articles
Waterproofing Leather
 Buckaroo Leather Uses Quality USA Raised & Cured Cowhides
and How to Care for Your Leather Tack
There are four stages in leather care: cleaning, conditioning,
polishing, and protection.
by Buckaroo Leather
Sweat and Leather Don’t Mix
Inhibiting Mold and Mildew
Fly Control Articles
Bee Protection and Bee Sting Treatment for Horse and Rider
Flies are bad for Horses! by Auto Mist Insect Control System
Hoof Care Articles
 How Equine Massage Can Benefit Your Horse
Seeing a Man about a Horse Massager Product Article By Chelsea Lindemann HorseMassagers.com
The Science Behind Modern Hoof Sealants! by Dr. M. J. Pautienis and Dr. Richard Shakalis
Technology for Humans, Now Used To Repair Hooves By Ron Perszewski
Laminitis & Founder Prevention and Treatment for the Greatest Chance of Success Doug Butler
Hoof Health, Hoof Conformation for Horse Owners Monique Craig from EponaShoe
Founder Treatment by Monique Craig
The Soaking Boot™ Veterinarian-approved alternative to treating the #1 cause of lameness.
The Long Heels Myth from Vettec Hoof Care Products
The Horse named “United Steele” Hoof History and Hoof-it II Pads By Cyndee Pryor
Using the Easyboot Bare on a Barefoot Horse for Trail or Endurance Riding by Karen Chaton
Footing Article
GREEN Rubber Stall Mats by Mick Johnson – Humane Manufacturing Co., LLC
Installing Rubber Stall Mats For Your Horse Stalls? by Tonia Frenzel, Humane Manufacturing
Why Should You Consider Rubber Stall Mats for YOUR Horse’s Stall?
Miscellaneous Articles
Caring For Your Horse Pasture and Paddock by Nature’s Lawn
 How to Setup the Best Stable for Your Horse
The horse is a magnificent animal with the strength and power to carry you through life.
But they require a lot of care, so it's essential that you understand your horse's needs and how to best meet them.
This article will cover the essentials of setting up a stable so your horse can live comfortably and in good health.
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