Boarding facilities; aisle barns; shedrow barns; run-in sheds. There are so many options when it comes to equine housing, it can be difficult to narrow down which one is best for you and your horse! While you may not initially consider a portable run-in shed as one of your first choices, there is a case… Read more »
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Join Deer Creek Structures at Next Month’s Mid-Tex Farm, Ranch & Garden Show
The team at Deer Creek Structures is always looking for a way to reach the farmers and ranchers of Central Texas, so we can provide them with the buildings they need to keep their farm in good shape. That’s why you’ll find us next month at one of our favorite events—the Mid-Tex Farm, Ranch &… Read more »
How You Know It’s Time to Upgrade Your Barn
With the strong desire to preserve historic barns nowadays, it can be challenging to determine if you really need an upgrade. If your barn is looking drab, it’s likely time for a change! Your barn should never be more trouble than what it’s worth, so it’s best to detect these signs early before your barn… Read more »
Common Health Problems to Watch for in Your Horse
If you’re a horse owner and lover, you probably like to think of your horse as invincible—perpetually galloping joyfully in the fields and ready for a ride. Unfortunately, like all animals, they are susceptible to disease and other physical ailments. As a responsible horse owner, it is crucial that you educate yourself about the most… Read more »
Winterizing Your Horse Barn: 3 Things to Remember
Since the winter season is fully upon us—and in our last blog post we covered cold weather care for your backyard chickens—we thought it might be useful to have our experts give you the scoop on how to prepare your horse barn for winter! Your horses should have proper shelter to retreat to all year,… Read more »
5 Things to Know for Raising Chickens in Winter
Whether you’re raising them for meat, eggs, or just for fun, it’s important for everybody who keeps backyard chickens to understand that it’s a year-round job! The health and happiness of your flock should always be your top priority, which means you need to know how to care for them in every season. As a… Read more »
Deck the Stalls: Decorating Your Horse’s Barn for Christmas
Most of us spend the first half of each year thinking of Christmas as a holiday far off in the distant future we don’t have to worry about for a while. But once those leaves begin to change and the Halloween costumes start popping up in the stores, Christmas sneaks up on you before you… Read more »
Staying Safe for Winter Horseback Riding
Horseback riding is not a warm weather activity you have to say goodbye to when the air turns brisk and the snow starts to fall. In fact, along with competent care and a warm, sturdy place to protect them from the elements, your horse also needs exercise year-round. With the proper preparation and best safety… Read more »
The Do’s and Don’ts of Competing in a Costume Class with Your Horse
Halloween is just around the corner, which means riders and owners are getting ready to celebrate with their horses! There are a lot of opportunities to get festive with your horse at holiday barn parties, when the trick-or-treaters come around, and in seasonal costume classes. If you and your horse are planning on getting spooky… Read more »
4 Stall Cleaning Tips Every Horse Owner Should Know
Owning and caring for a horse is a wonderful, enriching experience! In addition to developing a special relationship with your horse, you’ll also learn how to handle the level of responsibility that comes with managing another creature’s well-being. One of the primary duties every equine caretaker must take on is to maintain a clean and… Read more »