"Do I really have to follow ALL the instructions?" A transparent discussion of what can cause Lighthoof to fail and HOW TO AVOID IT so that you can be mud-free forever! It’s the rare call we dread receiving here at Lighthoof HQ – “my Lighthoof isn’t what I expected”. While most companies will try to sweep these unpleasant occasions under the rug – we want to talk about them. The only way to prevent failures or disappointment is to show why we believe each step of our installation process is critical to the long-term success of your product. We want you to have a fantastic experience with your ..read more

When shopping for gravel to fill your Lighthoof panels, choose wisely for the best possible results. Do not fill Lighthoof panels with pea gravel, drain gravel, or other rounded rock or sand infill. You may use any footing product you would like over the top of the cells, but you will want to use the correct material for filling the cells. Since gravel types and availability vary so much from region to region, look for these three characteristics to determine which product at your local gravel yard will work. 1. Angular Chose a gravel that is angular in particle shape. This is typically crushe ..read more

Mud on horse farms seems like an inevitability in the wet season, but it doesn’t have to be! You don’t have to use trial and error to figure out how to make your horse paddocks mud-free. It’s all been done before and there are some tried and true principles that just work. First, we have to know why horse paddocks get so muddy in the high traffic areas such as smaller pens and gateways. Mud occurs in horse areas for two reasons. First, horses exert a large amount of force and a small point of pressure. This is because they are large, heavy creatures with small, hard feet. The effect of hooves ..read more

With spring finally here, the last of the snow is melting and spring showers are common. While it's exciting to know that soon grass will be growing and flowers will be blooming, all of that precipitation often means we'll also be dealing with flooding. Flooded stalls and barns are a huge headache, but these tips can help you to deal with and even prevent them this spring.  How to Deal with Flooded Stalls and Barns This Spring If you discover flooded stalls in your barn, these tips can help you to quickly fix the situation.  Start with a Sump Pump You'll need to start by removin ..read more

Every spring, horse owners both rejoice at and dread the first signs of shedding season. While your hairy horse finally shedding out means that spring is almost here, it also means that most of that hair will inevitably end up on you. These tips can help you to successfully navigate shedding season and get your horse back to looking sleek and stunning. 4 Must-Know Shedding Season Tips From minimizing the hair that gets on your clothes to getting great grooming results, these tips can help you to survive shedding season. Take Advantage of the Light The natural light changes that occur as we get ..read more

Believe it or not, it’s time to think spring – at least when it comes to your barn renovation projects. Making some improvements in and around your barn can make your work easier this year, and can even make your horses healthier, too. If you need some help, consider the following barn renovation ideas to get started. 5 Great Barn Renovation Projects for Spring If you’re planning your barn renovation projects, make sure these items are on your list for spring. Add More Exterior Lighting Spring is a great time to add more exterior lighting to your barn and property. Take some time to observe yo ..read more

Are you sharing this day of love with a special four-legged someone? Your horse is naturally your one true love, so now’s the perfect time to do something extra-special for him. We’ve come up with some great ideas to remind your horse of how much he means to you. 7 Ways to Show Your Horse Some Love Even if you don’t get to see your horse today, there are many ways you can show him how much you love him the next time you see him. Treat Your Horse to a Spa Day Pamper your horse with an equine spa day. Make sure you have plenty of time, then head to the barn and give your horse a relaxed, thoroug ..read more

It’s tempting to button up your stable and keep your horses warm inside during the winter, but this can have a negative effect on your horse’s respiratory health. Instead, making some changes in your stable management can keep your horses breathing easier, even during the coldest winter months. Stable Management Tips to Support Your Horse’s Respiratory Health in the Winter Is your horse coughing more than usual this winter? It might be related to your stable management habits. The following tips can help you to support your horse’s breathing and respiratory health even in the winter months. Ma ..read more

Winter can be hard on your horse’s run. Snow and ice can make footing hazardous, and heavy rain and melting snow can lead to mud and slippery conditions. But with a little extra work, you can keep your horse runs safer and more accessible for your horse. How to Keep Your Horse Runs Safe in the Winter Keeping the runs off of your barn safe and accessible requires some work, and you may need to combine the following tips to get the results you’re looking for. Address Water Runoff Issues It’s ideal to address water runoff issues around your barn and runs before the ground freezes. Take a good loo ..read more

We’re already into 2021, and if you haven’t made your New Year’s resolution yet, now is the time to pick one. Focusing on equine health this year is a great way to choose a resolution that will make a difference in your horse’s life. We’ve even come up with some horse health resolutions to help you out. Top New Year’s Resolutions for Your Horse’s Health These resolutions can promote happy, healthy horses (and happy owners, too). Check Your Tack Fit When was the last time you checked your tack fit? As your horse matures and gains or loses condition, his tack fit can change, too. Make a point of ..read more