Spotted the perfect horse for sale - which fence should you get?

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So you have been clicking through Dogwood's horse for sale section and spotted the most fabulous horse for sale. You are seriously considering buying, but before you lead him by the reins into that horse box, have you thought about appropriate horse boarding? Are you going to rent a place at the local horse stables or keep him out in a meadow with other horses?

Your horse will need to go out into the field to exercise and graze so once you have selected the ideal location at the best price you will need to check that it is safe and secure. A good horse fence will reduce the chances of your horse escaping or being harmed.

When considering horse fences, you need to think about what would be most appropriate for you and your horse. Some people opt for wire fencing while others prefer wooden fences. It is well worth doing a bit of research and here are a few details about each type of fence that may help you to make a decision:

Wire horse fences

Wire fences are one of the main causes of horse injury, ranging from minor abrasions to more severe lacerations. Barbed wire horse fences are especially dangerous and can seriously harm your horse. But, barbless wire fences may not be seen by horses and they may run straight into them and cut themselves.

W-welded wire fencing is fairly low maintenance which frees up some time that horse lovers can spend riding. It is also considerably safer than other varieties of wire fencing, keeping your horse in the field and reducing the chances of costly vet bills. These horse fences are also easier on the eye, so will not look unsightly in the middle of the countryside. Wire fences are in the mid-price range and are a popular with many horse owners.

Wooden horse fences

A wooden horse fence is one of the most aesthetically pleasing, organic options that offers a lovely rural touch to the paddock, but can be expensive to maintain.

Horses often enjoy chewing on wooden fences and this can mean that you have to replace wooden posts and rungs more regularly. You have the option of coating them with a no-chew treatment. You will also have to use a non-toxic paint to maintain a fresh look and protect the wood from rot. These will both need to be applied as much as three times a year, which again ups costs.

Both you and your horse may suffer from wood splinters which can be unpleasant and cause an infection if they go undetected. Also, if you're wooden horse fence is broken a post may snap unevenly leaving a sharp, spear-like edge that could expose your horse to serious potential injuries.

You should consider how easy the horse fence is to construct and think about employing a professional to put up your fence properly and reduce the chances of your horse escaping. Make sure you get a horse fence that is an appropriate height. If your horse is a regular horse show contender you don't want it practicing its show jumping moves straight out of the paddock. Most importantly, make sure you select fencing that is cost-efficient so you can keep it well-maintained.

The practicalities of buying a horse for sale

Horse fences are just one factor that you must think about before bringing home a new horse. Falling in love with a horse for sale can have serious financial implications and take up a lot of your time. You will need to purchase horse feed, horse blankets, find it a place to live and then think about all the extra costs for vet bills and general horse care.

Remember a horse is for life and should not be bought on a whim. So, before enquiring about that cute little Shetland pony or that magnificent grey gelding think long and hard, otherwise he may end up straight back in the horse for sale section.

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