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Fool-proof fencing
Wires and broken boards can cut a horse, and wood, steel, or concrete
fences can cause bruises or broken bones. A good fence has no place
where a horse can get a foot or head caught. The bottom of the fence
should be at least 1" to 6" from the ground, depending on predator
concerns. A good foal fence also has no spaces large enough that a foal
can put his head through.
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How high is high?
Generally, a 4'6" high fence will discourage horses from jumping over
it. If you have side-by-side paddocks, the facing fences should be 5' to
6' in height to discourage horses from reaching over the fences.
Ideally, you would fence with alleys separating the horses, which
minimizes injuries from horses fighting over fences and cuts down on
fence maintenance.
We recommend stallion fencing no shorter than
5' to 6' high. Never pasture stallions in paddocks that
share a fence line.
Pastures for mares and foals should be 4' or 5' in height with a 60" top
wire, keeping fence close to the ground so foals are unable to roll
under the fence.
Stallion pens, breaking pens, and cool-down pens take a lot of abuse.
These types of enclosures should be 5' or 6' in height to provide extra
strength and security.
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