fbpx

Barn Manager

Showing: 1 - 5 of 9 RESULTS
Stall and Stable Podcast

EP 77: Changes at Stall and Stable

Horse and rider on sand arena surrounded by dark gree trees and blue sky

In this episode, Helena is joined by her husband Buck to discuss not one, but several big changes happening at Hoo Hollow. In life, in business, and in horses, change is indeed constant, how we roll with it is the difference between struggle and success. Listen in!

This episode is brought to you by Lucas Equine Equipment, makers of fine quality stall components and accessories. And by Tangent Fencing, a durable, safe, and handsome choice for equestrian properties of all kinds.

Get help for your barn or business.

Barn with Tangent Fencing
Stall and Stable Podcast

EP 71: SBA Loans for Equestrians

You can purchase fencing with SBA loans, so listen in to find out how!

SHOW NOTES

Whether you own your own farm or have dreams about it, this is an episode you want to listen to. Making money in the horse industry is tough. The good news, is that there is help you may not know exists. This week, Buck joins Helena to talk about loan programs available to equestrian businesses. Buck is an Economic Development specialist who works with entrepreneurs (yes, Ms. Horse Trainer… that’s you!) to help them get the financial and business support they need to start or grow their businesses. From farm purchases and arena construction to tractors and new footing, these things are closer to reality than you think. Listen in!

For more information:

Horse blankets hanging up
Stall and Stable Podcast

EP 67: 10 Tips for Better Barn Management

Load Trail Logo

This episode is brought to you by Load Trail Trailers and Purina Omega Match.

Barns are the perfect proving grounds for efficient management and thoughtful design.Purina Omega Match

There are many different ways we can improve upon our daily chores – from setting up feed and turning horses out, to sweeping up after all of those picked hooves. This week, I’m sharing a few observations and tips that can keep your barn chores flowing and efficient. Plus, one more update on Siouxsie and the Solitary Witch. Listen in to find out how we fared on the return trip to Hoo Hollow!

Chelsea cantering Eddie bridleless
Stall and Stable Podcast

EP 52: A Happy Barn Starts with Good Leadership

When you walk into a barn, can you sense the overall energy of the place? Are the horses happy? Is the barn clean and tidy. How are you greeted by the staff? All of these details are driven by one thing… the barn manager. Good energy in a barn starts with good leadership and works its way down to the tiniest of elements – and creatures. 

My guest today is Chelsea Canedy of Canedy Horsemanship & Performance in Wales, Maine. Chelsea’s story will, in some ways, sound familiar to many of you, but what changed her trajectory as a horse professional and barn owner, is intriguing. In commercial boarding barns, keeping a diverse group of horses and riders happy can be challenging, but happiness starts within. Listen in!

Chelsea Canedy

 

For more information:

Groom Currying Horse
Stall and Stable Podcast

EP 24: Itchy Professionals

I think we’ve all experienced that dreaded moment when your farrier says, “I have bad news; I’m moving to the moon.” Ha! It doesn’t matter where she or he is moving, if they can’t take care of your horses feet anymore, they may as well be moving to the moon. Your heart sinks, you start to sweat, and then the real panic sets in. Where on earth am I going to find someone as good?!

Or maybe you run a boarding barn and your stall mucker showed up late one too many times for her own good. Where do you start? Craigslist? Indeed? Your local paper? Just the thought of all this logistical malarkey is enough to make any horse person break out in hives. And that’s what we’re talking about today – a new online service that connects horse owners with horse professionals.

Oh, and we’ve got something to say about hives, as well. If you’ve ever handled hay and walked away with itchy, screaming welts or hives, you don’t want to miss this episode, so listen in!

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Cool Business / Product Featured in this Episode:

HorseWise, Equestrian Professional Finder

Straw Itch Mites

Straw Itch Mites on PestWeb

All About Mites from NC State Extension

Public Health Fact Sheet from OK State Dept of Health (PDF)