HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Our Kentucky Horse Fence Oak (2024)

FAQs

Why are there double fences in Kentucky horse Farms? ›

The double fences serve multiple purposes. It allows groups of horses to see each other while keeping them separate. This prevents fighting or sparring. It also provides an extra barrier along roads to protect against thrown-out garbage, vehicles, or run-away horses.

The iconic white fencing has been in place since the park opened in 1978, but it is expensive to maintain. Switching to black fencing will save an astounding estimated $50,000 annually in materials and labor costs that can be redirected to key operational needs that benefit the Park's horses and guests.

If you use oak or other hardwood fence boards it will deter horses from chewing or cribbing on the fences. Oak and ash are both hardwoods that do not allow most horses to be able to chew.

The black fence is popular among farmers due to its visibility in the snow, lower maintenance if you have painted timber post and rail and also the ability to hide dirt.

Trees and Fencing

Regardless of whether the tree is toxic, horses may eat or chew the bark and damage the tree. If the bark is removed in an entire circle around the trunk, this is called girdling and the tree may die. To prevent horses from girdling trees, it is best to separate them with a fence.

Within the pasture, fence around trees to keep horses from stripping the bark. Also fence completely around utility poles and guy wires. All fences should be inspected by driving or walking the lines on a regular basis. Check for any parts of the fence that are broken or loose and make repairs promptly.

It is believed that white horse fencing makes your property look larger and offers greater contrast against a natural background.

All of the aforementioned colors are colors horses see in nature. White is a traditional color that can make your property appear larger because it stands out so well against a natural background.

By curving the corners, it is less likely that a dominant horse will trap a subordinate. Round corners are especially important for board fences and highly recommended for wire fences. Right: A rounded fence corner helps eliminate areas where a horse can get "trapped" by a dominant horse.

Oak is known for being exceptionally durable, and an untreated oak wood fence can last longer than a fence made of pressure-treated pine. Untreated oak fences can last up to 20 years. Oak is available in a wide variety of colors and has a beautiful natural grain pattern.

What type of fencing should be avoided on horse farms? ›

Avoid using barbed wire fencing for horses as it can lead to serious injury. For you and your horse's safety, have your fence properly installed and maintained. Make sure the fence is highly visible. Make sure the fence is solid enough to repel a running horse but flexible enough to prevent injury.

Best Wood Species for Warp Resistance

Some types of wood are less likely to become warped than others, including: Cedar – Cedar is an incredibly dense wood species and is naturally resistant to cracking due to moisture changes.

Black barns raise the heat inside, aiding the curing of tobacco Many got their color from creosote, which repelled termites. Soon many Kentucky barns were painted black just as a fashion statement.

Rails were split from logs with hammers and wedges, and then stacked in a zig-zag pattern. This was a simple way to build a fence because no digging was required for post holes.

For instance, worm fences (also called zigzag, snake, split rail, or Virginia fences) did not require posts or post holes and therefore were easily moved to accommodate changing field use and avoided the problem of posts rotting in soil.

Kentucky Board Fence, also called horse fence, board fence, plank fence, and post and rail fence, comes in a variety of styles and designs along with several post combinations, from 4x4's, 6x6's to round and round faced posts.

All of the aforementioned colors are colors horses see in nature. White is a traditional color that can make your property appear larger because it stands out so well against a natural background.

Not only do farm fences keep animals on your property and away from danger, but they can also keep them away from areas they could harm. Plus, farm fencing means your livestock is less likely to be stolen or exposed to potentially dangerous wildlife.