Equine Facilities: Barn Tack Room

Equine Facilities: Barn Tack Room

Facilities, Horses

Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky Tack Room A well-organized and maintained tack room that is enclosed, dry, and free of dust is important to good stable management. The tack room has traditionally been the headquarters for essential equipment and activities...
Equine Facilities: Barn Alleyways and Access Doors

Equine Facilities: Barn Alleyways and Access Doors

Facilities, Horses

Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky Tack-up Areas Although horses may be groomed and tacked up in stalls, it is better to have a designated area for these tasks. Horses may be tacked up in the barn aisle, but this practice may also present some hazards. The ideal...
Equine Facilities: Stall Barn Lighting

Equine Facilities: Stall Barn Lighting

Facilities, Horses

Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky Good illumination is important for the convenience and safety of both the horse and attendant. Provide adequate lighting for: general illumination of alleys and pathways specific illumination of stalls, storage areas, and...
Effective Horse Fencing

Effective Horse Fencing

Facilities, Horses

  Learn more about safe fencing strategies for your horse facility. Safe, sturdy fencing is an important component of horse facility management. Factors such as the purpose of the fence, pasture use, horse groups, and aesthetics should be strongly considered when...