Adequate fencing is a necessity of owning or boarding horses. Many factors must be taken into consideration when choosing or building a horse fence.
This resource covers a vast amount of information about horse fencing including:
- Purposes of a Fence
- Height of the Fence
- Selecting the Fence
- Fencing Materials
- Gates
- Construction
- Maintenance
Types of Fencing for Horses (PDF) Click on the link to download the PDF.
Horse Fencing: Electric Fencing and Gates – Dr. Chris Skelly, Michigan State University
Horse Fencing: Woven Wire – Dr. Chris Skelly, Michigan State University
Horse Fencing: Use of T-Posts – Dr. Chris Skelly, Michigan State University
Horse Fencing: Wire Mesh – Dr. Chris Skelly, Michigan State University