What features would your dream barn have?
Can you picture your dream horse farm? It would likely be a mix of practical and stylish. Imagine having unlimited resources! You could pick any amenities you want. I’m sure no two barns would be the same, as we all like different things. There are some features that everyone could probably agree on though! These extras would make you and your horse’s life much easier.
Must-Have Barn Features
Automatic Waterers
They will forever change your life! Automatic waterers fill up on their own once the water drops below a certain point. Your horse has access to a continuous supply of fresh water. They also don’t have to be cleaned nearly as much as traditional buckets. These handy inventions can be added to your horse’s stall or field.
RAMM Fence offers the drinking post, which is a non-electric and frost-free waterer for livestock. The water stays the perfect temperature at 50 degrees year-round. They also have the push paddle automatic waterer for stalls. Water emerges once the horse pushes the paddle. This helps to prevent water waste and a build-up of dirt on the bowl.
A Wash Stall
Every barn can benefit from the addition of a wash stall with hot and cold water. Not only do they make bathing your horse easier, but they’re also great for treating injuries. You can soak a hoof with an abscess or hose a swollen leg no matter what the weather is like outside. They’re definitely worth it!
Spacious Stalls
Designer horse stalls are what set an average barn apart from a luxurious one. Consider RAMM’s Nobleman and Tuscany horse stalls, for example. They have a European look with details like sweeping curves, rounded tracks, and arched door entrances to name a few. You can make a bold statement with brass or silver finials.
In addition to a stylish appearance, your horse stalls should be spacious at 12×12. Foaling stalls should be even bigger! Ideally, they’ll have an overhead light and ample airflow. A truly dreamy stall will have another door leading out to an individual run or at the bare minimum a large window.
A Tack Room
Let’s face it- tack is expensive! You don’t want your saddle and boots exposed to dust, hay, and barn cats. A dedicated space with a door is definitely a must. If we’re talking about dream barns, then why not add saddle cubbies, bridle hooks, a tack cleaning station with a sink, bench for putting on boots, and ample lighting. That’s more like it!
Beautiful Fencing
This feature needs to be both practical and nice looking. Fencing is one of the first things people notice when they drive by or come for a visit. Barbwire doesn’t make a good first impression, and it’s dangerous! There are a wide range of options when it comes to attractive and safe fencing.
My personal favorite is RAMM’s Flex Fence with wooden posts. It has a luxurious look, but is also safe and durable. They offer a lifetime limited warranty on it! Other options that scream luxury include PVC, mesh, and wood board fencing. Some like white, while others enjoy a more natural brown or black.
Indoor Riding Arena
How great would it be to ride no matter what the weather is like! An indoor arena is a must for competitive barns that show year-round. The rain and snow can’t stop their schooling sessions. While you’re at it, add ample lighting, quality footing, kick walls, and mirrors. This barn is getting a whole lot dreamer now!
Most horse owners will agree that these features would make wonderful additions to their barn. A dream facility is practical, safe, and striking to look at! If you can get all three, then you have hit the jackpot.
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