Fueling the Sporthorse

…is still an element of art to balancing the various fuel sources to meet an individual horse’s needs. Depending on the workload, type of work and individual metabolic differences, the…

Barn-Flooring Options

Barn flooring is the foundation of a clean and safe barn. Flooring needs to have good traction, so that horses and their handlers don’t slip and fall. Since barns are…

Barn is Community

…boarders and our barn manager) that make this experience the best it can be for everyone. As I considered what makes these barn communities strong and fulfilling ? and encourages…

Get a Green Barn!

…take to minimize the environmental impact of your barn, from manure composting to establishing a recycling program. You’ll soon discover that what’s good for the environment is good for you,…

Barn Drama

barn just can’t get along. Really?! I have mostly boarded in multi-discipline barns over the past 40 years, usually hanging out with eventers, hunters and jumpers if the barn had…

End Barn Odors

Credit: Thinkstock No one needs to be told how much harm a smelly barn can do to your horse. The ammonia from urine and manure can cause respiratory problems, including…