Horse-Sense Electric Fence System®
Electric fence is ideal for horses because it:
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is safer than traditional fencing
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works effectively
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can prevent cribbing and wear on the fence
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is less expensive than traditional fencing
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is simple to install and maintain
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is easy to electrify an existing fence
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Horses are easy to control with electric fencing. They are intelligent animals
and quickly learn to respect an electric fence. In addition, horses have thin
hides with well-groomed coats and are usually shod. If shod, the metal horse
shoes make an excellent earth connection, effectively grounding the horse. A
well-grounded, well-groomed horse will feel a safe, more intense shock.
Horses tend to use traditional fences as scratching posts, causing the fence to
weaken or sag over time (animal pressure). They may also fall into the habit of
"cribbing" or chewing fences. An electric fence prevents both of these
behaviors, protecting the horse from harm and prolonging the life of the fence.
If a horse is spooked and runs through traditional wire or wooden fencing,
injury is more likely to occur than with an electric fence made of poly tape,
wire or rope.
Zareba's Horse-Sense Electric Fence System® uses all white components for
greater visibility and safety for your horse, as well as creating an
aesthetically pleasing fence.
The Horse-Sense fence system incorporates white vinyl sleeves with
a protective cap for fence posts, white 1-1/2" poly tape
or poly rope, a white
insulator, and all the accessories required to install a complete
equine fence.
To safely contain horses, you need a fence controller that maintains a minimum
of 2,000 - 3,000 volts on the fence line. Voltage levels are impacted by
vegetation on the fence line, length of fence and type of poly tape or rope. We
recommend a low impedance fence controller for energizing poly tape and rope.
We recommend posts extend 5 feet above ground, spaced about 12 feet apart. Four
equally spaced strands of tape or rope provide optimum visibility and safety.
Mares and geldings may require only three strands, while stallions and colts
may need up to five strands. To contain foals, be sure to have a strand of
electrified poly tape/rope close to its nose level.
   
For trail rides, horse shows, and temporary, portable corrals, consider our
EZEE Corral™ or Kwik Korral fence kits. They are quick
and easy-to-install fence systems that contain everything you need in one
convenient bag.
Electrifying An Existing Fence
You can easily add electrified wire to an existing fence. This option can
prevent "cribbing" or chewing the tops of wood fences, keep horses from
jumping, or prevent animal pressure on the fence. Select from a variety of Red
Snap'r® brand insulators for post-top or fence wire mounting to existing fence.
The SC10N Snap'r Cap'r works well on the top of wood or t-posts. Any of the
"extender" type insulators will put the fence wire about 5" out from the
existing fence, preventing animals from pressing against it.
Note: Conventional high tensile fence systems and barbed wire are not
recommended for equine fencing, as they are more likely to injure horses.
Use the Fence Builder™ fence planning tool
for assistance in planning your fence.
For more information on horse fencing, refer to Equine
FAQs.
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