Types of Fencing for Horses

TYPES OF FENCING FOR HORSES Wooden board fencing The most traditional type of fencing. are two by ten- inch planks held with posts a minimum of four inches in diameter. Injuries to horses can occur when logs or rails splinter if broken. Wire fencing Wire fence is relatively inexpensive and probably the most forgiving fence if a horse runs into it. Unless it is specifically designed for horses, wire fencing is a poor choice. Some mesh fences are now designed to safely keep horses in, while keeping hooves out. Electric fencing Electric wire fence should not be used alone for horse fencing. Animals are not contained by the strength of the fence but by the fear of the painful but harmless shock. BOUNCE BACK ® HORSE FENCING Horses are fast animals and can impact fencing at speed. A well designed and safe fence may eliminate expensive vet bills and unnecessary stress on the animal. The Bounce Back ® fence is designed to have flex upon impact PRESENTED BY: Sources https://fencing4horses.com.au/why-use-bounceback/ http://www.fivestarranch.com/articies/horse-fence.html http://horses.about.com/od/buyingyourfirsthorse/t/costs.htm http://livestocktrail.ilinois.edu/horsenet/paperDisplay.cfm?ContentID=6727