Electric Fencing for Horses

Safe and secure electric fencing for horses

Electric fencing is highly recommended for horse owners, providing both safety and reliable boundaries for their horses. As one of the UK's largest online suppliers of electric fencing solutions, we specialise in providing top-tier electric fencing for horses. Our expertise extends to understanding the unique requirements of equestrian fencing, ensuring that your horses are safe and your paddocks secure. 

Permanent electric fencing solutions

For horse owners seeking long-term fencing options, we offer a wide range of permanent electric fencing. These fences are designed to withstand the test of time, offering durability against weather conditions, optimal safety features to prevent injuries and easy integration into existing farm layouts. For horses we recommend Equifence or tape for permanent fencing. Horses generally need more space on fields than other farm animals as they have a big appetite needing a large grazing area to meet their nutritional needs and space to move freely for running and playing. These wires can be adapted to various shapes and sizes of enclosures, making it suitable for different property configurations and grazing areas. 

Temporary Electric fencing

Tape or polywire is ideal for temporary enclosures, such as for rotational grazing, pasture management, or health management.Portable fence reels with mobile posts are often used as it is relatively straightforward to install, making them a practical option for temporary enclosures. They can be set up quickly, allowing you to customise the layout as needed, for instance to separate foals from stallions for breeding management and foal care. Stallions, in particular, can be aggressive toward other horses, and keeping them separated from mares and foals can prevent injuries. .

Find the best electric fencing for horses

Selecting the best electric fencing for your equine needs can be challenging. At Electric Fence Online, we provide expert help and advice to guide you through our diverse assortment of fencing options. Our top picks for horse paddocks include:

• Fence tape conductors are ideal for visibility for your horses.
• Tall fence posts suited for the height of horses. The top wire of the fence should be at least 1.2 metres (120 cm) above the ground to prevent horses from jumping over.
• Safe and strong electric current energisers. All type of energisers are suited to be used for horse fencing, just make sure the current is strong enough for the length of your fencing. 

Our Electric Fence Online horse fencing tips:
Choose TurboLine, especially for fences > 500 m
Save money by spacing the posts further apart (= fewer posts)
Use wooden posts or Insultimber with a long use life (10 year guarantee)

Advantages of electric fencing in equestrian settings

Electric fencing offers several benefits for horse paddocks and equestrian facilities. It provides a psychological barrier rather than a physical one. This means that horses are less likely to injure themselves if they run into or collide with the fence.The flexibility to easily adjust to accommodate different sizes and numbers of horses. Electric fences generally require minimal maintenance. Regular checks and occasional repairs or adjustments to the wires or insulators are typically all that's needed. Our products are designed for horse safety in order to prevent escape and protect against predators. Electric fencing is a cost-effective solution being a more affordable option compared to some traditional fencing. Each product is backed by our commitment to reliable and quick delivery from our local UK warehouse.

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