Horse owners are often advised to select horse boarding facilities or stables carefully. In order to minimize stress and feeling of unease arising from the wrong atmosphere, bad environments and/or bad mood, lots of drama, chaos, inconsistencies and bad schedule need to be eliminated from the horse barns.

Therefore, when choosing a new barn, it is important to consider what types of barns are most ideal for you and your horse. Take the time to shop for the available options, before settling for a single choice. As you make your choice, remember compromises are fair, but sacrifices are unreasonable. Make sure to invest in a barn that will fetch your money’s worth.

  1. Stall & bedding

The condition of the stalls and bedding can have an impact on the horse owners, the same way they do on the actual horse. Therefore, the stall should have adequate ventilation and natural lighting. Typically, the size of the horse should influence the choice of stall size.

Nevertheless, the majority of horses prefer stall sizes of 12’x12′ or bigger.  An appropriate ceiling size contributes significantly to both stall ventilation and horse’s comfort.  Many modern stalls are fitted with thick rubber mats, which mean bedding, may not be used for cushion, but for absorption. Hence, the quality and amount of bedding is not such a big issue.

  1. Trainer

The importance of finding the right trainer for your horse cannot be overstated. Remember, different trainers work best with different horses. Furthermore, make sure your choice of trainer uses techniques that work towards achieving your set goals. Therefore, if you feel your horse needs a little more pushing, it is advisable to find an assertive trainer who can successfully introduce new challenges.

Nevertheless, you may not be the best person to know your horse’s needs. Professional help is best suited to discover your horse to recommend the best trainer. An effective trainer is consistent and clear how they communicate with your horse(s).