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Stable Hygiene - Cleaning Feeders/Water Buckets

I've recently installed 2 fixed hay rack/grain feeders in a run-in-shed. Both my horses have access to both feeders. My feeding regime includes... - Full Answer

Freezing compost

Do you have any advice as far composting in winter months? - Full Answer

Stall Ventilation

I was wondering what your thoughts would be regarding optimizing ventilation in a barn that doesn't have windows in each stall. For example I am evaluating a barn with... - Full Answer

Lightning

We live an area where dry lightening is common during the hot summer months. Do you recommend lightening rods? We have a steel barn - are there special concerns for this type... - Full Answer

Socializing colts

I would like to know your thoughts on socializing colts. Do you feel they should be raised with geldings to teach them social skills or kept separate from other horses? - Full Answer