When it comes to caring for our beloved equine companions, choosing the right horse panel is crucial. Horse panels provide safe enclosures, protect against escapes, and contribute to the overall management of horse care. As the owner of DB Fencing, I have gained extensive knowledge about equestrian materials and their importance in creating a secure environment for horses. In this blog post, I’ll explore the best horse panel brands available in Australia, along with their essential features and benefits, helping you make informed decisions for your horse’s well-being.
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Quality horse panels are a critical investment for any horse owner. They are designed to withstand the pressures of daily use while keeping horses safe. The materials employed in their construction, such as galvanized steel, significantly enhance their durability and resistance to rust and corrosion. For example, DB Fencing utilizes standard low carbon steel tubes for their horse panels, ensuring they maintain structural integrity over time, even in harsh outdoor conditions.
One standout feature of our horse yard panel range is the hot dip galvanized finish, which provides an extra layer of protection against rust. This is especially important for those living in areas with high humidity or heavy rainfall, as it helps ensure that your yard panels will last longer without deteriorating.
Furthermore, well-designed panels have rounded edges and adequate height to prevent accidents or injuries. A sturdy horse panel system can minimize the risk of horses harming themselves, making safety a top priority for any equestrian facility. Our galvanized horse panels feature a high-quality finish that helps resist wear and degradation, simplifying maintenance for horse owners. The 6 oval rail design is not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional, providing a high level of visibility while keeping the horses safe from potential external threats.
Several brands have established themselves as leaders in the horse panel market. They provide products that cater to various needs, from small farms to large equestrian centers. In my experience, three brands stand out: DB Fencing, Gallagher, and Pine River.
DB Fencing offers a variety of horse panel configurations, including standard sizes like 30x60mm oval rails and 40x40mm square frame posts. Our panels are designed with flexibility in mind, making them suitable for yards, arenas, and even larger pastures. The 30 x 60mm lightweight galvanized round yard panels feature six-bar designs, which are particularly effective for keeping horses secure yet visible.
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The materials we use ensure the panels maintain their structural integrity and aesthetic appeal for years. Additionally, for the horse person who wants a round yard designed with the safety of horse and rider in mind, our solutions are ideal.
Horse panels can significantly improve the safety of your equine companions. Properly constructed panels will minimize the risk of injuries caused by entrapment or falls. This is especially important in environments where horses can interact with one another. The six-bar design of our standard horse fence panel provides a strong barrier, reducing the chance of horses getting tangled or injured.
By providing a secure setting, owners can have peace of mind knowing their horses are safe and sound. High-quality horse panels also reduce the likelihood of escape attempts. When horses feel secure within their enclosures, they exhibit better behavior and are easier to manage. This ensures not only the protection of horses but also contributes to the overall management of cattle yards and sheep yards.
DB Fencing is one of the foremost names in equine fencing solutions. Their galvanized horse panels are known for their strength and rust resistance, which makes them ideal for Australian climates. The panels are designed for easy installation and come in various configurations, allowing flexibility for different environments. Our security fence options also offer additional protection for rural properties, providing peace of mind for livestock owners.
Another brand worth considering is Gallagher. Their innovative electric fencing options provide an added layer of security, helping to keep horses contained while preventing unwanted encounters with wildlife. This dual-purpose fencing system is particularly beneficial for larger properties where traditional panels may not suffice. Gallagher’s cattle fence solutions further enhance the overall management of livestock and other animals while ensuring their safety.
Pine River is noted for its customizable panel systems. This brand allows horse owners to create tailored setups that meet their specific requirements. Whether you need a round pen, a larger pasture layout, or temporary fences, Pine River offers solutions that fit various equestrian needs.
Maintaining horse panels is essential for ensuring their longevity. Regular inspections should be a part of any horse owner’s routine. Check for loose bolts, rust spots, and any signs of wear and tear. Investing in high-quality panels initially saves money on repairs and replacements later. Our galvanized cattle yard panels are designed to resist rust and corrosion, meaning less frequent maintenance is required compared to lesser-quality options.
In addition to inspections, cleaning panels is vital for maintaining hygiene. Remove dirt, hay, and waste from around the panels to prevent rust and bacteria growth. By taking these simple steps, you can ensure your horse panels remain in top condition. Furthermore, our metal round panels provide excellent containment not just for horses, but also for cattle and sheep, making them versatile for livestock panels.
In summary, selecting the right horse panels enhances the safety, security, and management of your equestrian facilities. Brands like DB Fencing, Gallagher, and Pine River offer reliable options tailored to various needs, including horse round yard panels to accommodate different livestock requirements. By making an informed choice, you ensure a safe and secure environment for your horses.
For more information about our quality horse panels and different types of panels available for sale, visit our website: DB Fencing Horse Panels.
As I reflect on my experiences, I realize that horse panels are not just functional; they symbolize the commitment we have to our horses’ safety and wellbeing. When I see horses thriving in a secure environment, I know my efforts in providing quality fencing have made a difference.
Remember, investing in the best horse panels today means a more secure future for our beloved equine companions.
Those of you using pipe panels for horse stabling: what do you think is the safest number of rails and distance of bottom rail from the ground? These will be used to make 24’ x 24’ pens/stalls under shade. There will be plywood around the panels in the back half but the front and gate will be just the open rails, so I’m wondering about the safest spacing to minimize horses getting cast or legs/necks stuck. Does more room at the bottom give them more chance to extricate themselves, or just more room to get stuck? Thank you.
No stallions/mustangs/foals, so the typical 5’ tall panel should be fine.
Typical spacing for 5’ tall panels:
3 bars: ~15" between rails, bottom rail 24" off ground
4 bars: 12 1/2" between rails, bottom rail 16" off ground.
5 bars: 8 1/2" between rails, bottom rail ~18" off ground
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I have four rail panels and they have served me well. The other thing that I’d say is to go for the heavier gauges of steel, and to pay attention to the rust protection treatment - IME powder coated panels that are not first galvanized rust quickly (I’ve even seen them rusted on display at the farm store).
In general, panels that are shipped nationally through chain stores are lighter gauge to save on shipping costs and to provide a more price-competitive product. I’ve been happier with the ones that are locally fabricated.
If you don’t already have the shade in place, you can get the panels custom made to hold a roof. I have those too. Most local companies in California who make pipe panels will also have some designs in hand for covered stalls that can be standalone or made into the mare-motel style, and they’ll customize them too. For example, mine are customized so that the south side outside wall is plywood on the bottom half - it has tabs to accept the plywood instead of having rails.
I’ve been happy with both these local vendors:
https://www.martinranchsupply.com/ca…ered-corrals-0
http://scbarns.com/barns-ag-division/
They’re probably not local to you but the pictures may be helpful in knowing what’s possible.
Over 50+ years, we have used many and seen others use even more pipe panels of all kinds.
When we were training border collies, we had 9 bar panels in pens, to keep the hair sheep and goats in.
In general, we prefer the Powder River green medium duty panels with square tops for horse pens.
Those are six bars so horses won’t stick heads thru the bars, but still far enough that if one kicks thru it can get it’s leg back.
The pipes are strong enough, but if a horse really hits a panel hard, the pipes will give enough so the horse doesn’t get hurt like if it hit something solid.
We never had any horse injured in any panels, even when some may have rolled next to one and get legs thru and need help to get loose.
We had one yearling colt that seem to do that on purpose for a while.
Every day at noon he would take a nap by the fence, wake up and roll into it and lay there waiting for us to come get him loose.
He finally grew up past that, thankfully.
What is not so good for horses is using big, heavy well pipe, because if a horse hits it, that pipe doesn’t has any give to it, the horse can get injured on it.
A neighbor built his pens like that and had too many injuries, so took the pipes off, just left the posts, those are ok made of big pipe and added lighter pipe horizontally and said he never again had a hurt horse, just some bent pipes here and there to replace.
The most important to keep in mind is to be careful who you have in a pen and who across a fence and not put horses that fight close to each other.
I would use these: https://www.noblepanels.com/shelter-5_6_rail.htm
I think the important parts are the square tops, no ‘mud foot’ or loop at the bottom, as is seen on a lot of panels, and that the upright braces are saddle welded in between the horizontals, not a piece that is squashed and welded to the back side.
Here is a summary of the Noble panel features: https://www.noblepanels.com/panelinf.htm
Thanks for the information–that’s a big help.
wmsoak–that looks very nice but AFAIK Noble makes their shelters typically 8’ tall with custom 9’ tall the highest. Would 16-17hh horses conking their heads be a concern?
Re: the height, I have not had a problem with an 8’ minimum height on my Klene Pipe shelter. It’s a saltbox roof so 8’ in the front where they walk in, and there’s a pipe running front to back in the middle of the 12x24.
I assume if you get the 9’ height then it’s 8’ in the back (at the lowest point) ? That wouldn’t worry me, but YMMV. Do you have an established older herd, or a bunch of young ones inclined to do dumb things?
But I was mostly pointing out the panel features – the spacing between the bars is not the most important thing IMO.
I don’t have much to offer in the way of spacing. I have Priefert premier panels (the heavy gray ones) and haven’t had any serious injuries (knock on wood), just scrapes here and there.
I will say never use a panel that has a gap between them and attach with pins. Opt for a panel with flush closure between panels and attach with chains. I am a stickler for keeping joints as tight as possible to avoid a leg getting stuck. Well my brilliant over-grown toddler hunter was playing one day with another over-grown toddler over the fence.
He apparently reared up and managed to jam a pastern down in between two panels (despite how tight I had the joint), and went over backwards with his leg stuck. I don’t know how long he was there; somewhere between an hour and four hours. When I found him, I was able to quickly deploy a sawzal and cut one chain link to free him.
If it had been a panel with a pin closure, his leg would have sat on top of the pin with no way to remove, and I would not have been able to cut the panel away from his leg without risking cutting him. I have no doubt he would still be wearing that panel joint if it weren’t for the chain closure.
It may not happen often, many people don’t have issues… right up until they do. I’ve never had pin closure panels but if I had any that day, I would have spent the rest of the night promptly cutting them up in to pieces.