Barns & Stables

Barn Makeover: Keys to a Successful Renovation

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March 6, 2015

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Are you considering the best way to create the perfect barn to house your horses? Should you construct an entirely new building, or make over an existing structure? There are pros and cons to each option depending on your particular situation, but in many cases even a radical renovation may be preferable to the stress, expense, and time commitment of a new construction project.

Building an Indoor Riding Arena

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January 30, 2015

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Certainly, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to designing and building an indoor arena, and as this is one of the most significant investments a farm owner can make, there are many factors to take into consideration to ensure you are left with a riding arena that will meet your needs for many years to come.

Home Sweet Horse Home

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July 24, 2014

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With all the various types of boarding options out there – self-care, part-board, full-service, pasture board, co-op board, or deluxe – it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by your search for a boarding facility for your horse before you’ve even started. There is no such thing as the perfect boarding barn, but if you take the time to do your research, you should have no problem finding a facility where you and your horse can be happy, comfortable, and safe together.

What’s Biting You?

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July 10, 2014

Flies can be a major nuisance to your horse during the summer months, and can also carry diseases and cause allergic reactions.

Hay Storage Strategies for Safety & Savings

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June 27, 2014

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With summer haying season upon us, now is a good time to make sure you will be stocked up on enough good quality hay to keep your horses happily munching throughout the cooler seasons. But hay bales aren’t like the canned goods you stack in the pantry after your...

50 Ideas for Improving Your Horse Property

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April 14, 2014

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With the summer sunshine on its way, it’s time for horse property owners to get outside and look for ways to maintain and improve their farms and pastures. The time and effort invested now will help keep your property looking its best and your horses safe, and preserve your beloved country way of life.

Kubota RTV X-Series

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February 26, 2014

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Meet the all-new Kubota RTV X-Series, three rugged and reliable utility vehicles that raise the bar on comfort, convenience, and performance. It’s a whole new driving experience, too, with a smoother ride, better driveability, more legroom, and improved ergonomics throughout.