Ask Debbie
We're glad you're visiting our website and exploring our 'Ask Debbie' section. In our Resource Center, you'll not only find helpful information on our fencing, stalls, and equipment, but also informative articles to help you with your farm and horses. If you have a product or horse question and would like to talk, click on the 'submit a question' link below and I will personally email you with ideas and answers for your particular project or questions you have!
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Carol S. »
Dear Debbie,
I have two Thoroughbred's that want to stay out in the field all the time. We have a lovely barn and sometimes I can't get them to come in? Any suggestions.
Carol S.
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Little Bitsy Farm »
Dear Debbie,
I am going to fence in 8 acres for my 4 horses. I am thinking of using 4 strands of RAMM coated electric fencing. I wanted to go with the cheapest way but also while keeping my horses safe. I don't foresee them hanging on the fencing with 8 lush acres for 4 small horses. Do you think this is the right choice and how far should I space the fence poles?
Little Bitsy Farm
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Bonnie »
Dear Debbie,
I keep seeing on round pen websites the caveat that round pens that they should not be for permanent use, only temporary. I would like to know why. If it is a safety issue, can I make it safer with different kinds of fasteners or any other means? What fasteners would you recommend? I have two metal round-pen type portable panel pens with sheep goat mesh that I have been using both for horses and for my sheep and goats - as permanent pens, as herding practice arenas for the dog and sheep, and as temporary containment for horses that have visited here over the past couple of summers. I don't really have much choice, as my land has so much ledge that it is impossible to put in ordinary fence posts almost anywhere. I plan to use one of my pens to keep my new horse and the goats and sheep apart until they are used to each other - by putting it up around the opening to the horse's stall so she can have a small exercise area to go in and out at will and visit with the goats and sheep through the fence. I don't know how long it will be necessary; I acquired my previous horse and my first two goats at the same time, so they had more room to get used to each other because there were a lot fewer of them then. What would you recommend?
Bonnie
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Juliana L. »
Dear Debbie,
Can I use flex rail fencing to attach to railroad ties to make a round pen?
Juliana L.
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Barbara G. »
Dear Debbie,
This is my first year considering moving my horse's heated water bucket INSIDE the barn. The stall floor is dirt with shavings for cushioning. What is the very best and safest way to put this inside his stall (remember the shavings) without fear of fire? I also have 9 barn cats running around, too! And yes, I do have electric inside the barn. I live near Harrisburg, PA and the winters can get pretty cold. My horse is a 26-year old gelding. I'm trying to avoid him from walking too much on the ice.
Barbara G.
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Rebecca S. »
Dear Debbie,
I am looking into installing the diamond wire mesh fencing for my pasture. What is the expected life of this fencing when it is properly taken care of?
Rebecca Schmid
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Sandy K. »
Dear Debbie,
My stall doors have always been a problem. When I dont think about it, I close the doors fast and they slide off of the guide at the top. Is there a way to help to keep the doors from coming off of the track?
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Holly G. »
Dear Debbie,
I have a question: does the standard run in shed need to be secured to the ground to prevent it from being blown over? Does a 10x12 size accommodate a 15.2 hh horse well? Thank you, Holly G.
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Pauline K »
Dear Debbie,
Hi Debbie. One of my horses has had a recurring tendon problem over the last 18 months. We nearly lost her over Christmas as the tendon had contracted but the tendon tore again in March. To cut a long story short, I don’t want her turned out in a big field for the foreseeable future and am looking at something like a stallion pen which can be moved around inside a bigger field. Is this something that you can help with? Regards Pauline K.
Pauline K
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Millie J. »
Dear Debbie,
I have a pony that is usually perfect for little kids to learn on. Recently he has learned a new trick. He will be trotting or cantering along with his young rider on his back and suddenly he will yank his head down and the little kid will be yanked off over his head. Do you know where I can buy, or how I can make some sort of equipment so that he is unable to yank his head down. I really really love this pony for teaching, other than this new trait, so I hope you can help me. Thanks. Millie
Millie J.
