Electric Fencing For Horses
Electric fencing for horses is one of the most effective ways to keep your companion safe. It prevents them from going anywhere they shouldn’t and other creatures from entering their paddock. Electric fences form a psychological barrier by delivering a low amperage shock to the horse. It does not cause harm to the horses. Instead, it teaches them to keep away from the fence boundary, ensuring they are safe and secure. This collection features everything you need to set up electric fencing for horses. Discover more from our stable and field range, including equipment, buckets and feed skips.
How to put up electric fencing for horses
Before installation, ensure you have all the necessary equipment at the correct height to contain your horses. We recommend the electric fence post be at least 140cm (4ft 6) high.
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Install the fence posts using a sledgehammer or post driver to ensure the posts are securely in the ground.
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Attach insulators to the fence posts.
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Fit the rope or tape by attaching it through the insulators and pulling them tight.
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Install gate handle insulators to ensure the full paddock is secure.
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Install grounding rods to earth the circuit.
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Install the energiser by connecting the positive connector clip to the fence and earthing the fence by connecting it to the grounding rod.
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Put up warning signs, especially if the fence is accessible to the public.
For a comprehensive guide, read our guide to setting up an electric fence for horses on the Oakfield blog.
