Horse Boarding in Smyrna Tennessee

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Are you looking for horse boarding in the Smyrna Tennessee area? I can help. I have a small 5 acre farm between I-24 and I-840 and I will treat your horse like my own. At this time I have 0 openings. I always have openings for Mini's. (References available upon Request)

All horses boarded here get the following care at my facility.

• Fed Daily Nutrena Safechoice Grain or Purina's Enrich 32 or Purina Senior - amount is determined by the current weight of the horse
• Fastrack Priobiotic
• Good quality grass hay as needed
• Garlic to help keep fly's away
• Fly Predators are also used to keep down flies.
• Bi-Monthly Paste Wormer with a Power Pack every February.
• Trims from Farrier (shoes are extra)

If you provide a blanket in the winter time your horse will be blanketed as the weather determines. I do not blanket unless it is extremely cold (usually when it is below 30), your horse is shivering, or if the weather drops more then 25 degrees in a 24 hour period.

I do not charge to hold for the farrier or vet as long as my own horse is getting done that day. There will be a $10.00 fee to hold your horse if my horse is not being seen by the farrier or vet.

I am 8 miles from Walter Hill Horse Trails, less than an hour to Percy Werner Park and about an hour and 20 minutes away from Natchez Trace Trailhead in Franklin Tennessee.

	Grass Footing Arena: Grass Footing Poles Barrels Jumps of various Heights Tarps Hoola Hoops Lighting for night riding I also have a grass footing round pen with lighting from a security light for working with your horse after dark.

You may view a copy of the Horse Boarding Contract to see if I will meet your needs. This contract is very detailed to protect you and your horse.

	Tackroom: Personal Space that no one else will use Enough Saddle Racks for your saddles Bridle - Halter Rack Personal Shelves for your brushes and equipment

I study Parelli Natural Horsemanship and I have currently passed level one and I'm studding level two. This is not a requirement for boarding at this facility but please understand that I treat horses naturally not harshly. Currently some of our boarders also study Parelli. If you want to study Parelli with us we get together as often as we can and practice together. We now have a play day and cookout the first Saturday of every month.

I am a multi breed facility and believe horses are companions and no breed is better then another. We have Quarter Horses, Walking Horses, Paso Finos, and Mini's.

Currently I do not have electricity or water in the barn. I know this is an inconvenience but I have a flashlight to light up both tackrooms after dark. Since horses are not stall kept water is not an problem. The water troughs are filled every few days to keep the water fresh. I also have a small paddock for horses to be put in if they are hurt or need to be on a dry lot. The dry lot is next to the main pasture so they can visit over the fence.

Coming Soon: Over the next few months I will be creating an obstacle course with bridges, teeter totters, Car Wash, jumps, and much much more. New items are being added all the time.

Rates:

• Pasture Only (no barn at this time) $300 per month. There are two fields used for this option. A shelter is going to be built soon. I cover worming and Farrier Trims (shoes are extra) with board money. The only thing that you need to spend extra is Vet and Chiropractor if you choose to use the Chiropractor when he comes out. (Not a Requirement for the Chiropractor but the Vet is)
• Pasture with Barn Access $350 per month. Horses are kept outside 24/7 with access to the barn. They are put up daily in stalls to eat. This ensures they get full supplements without other horses running them off their feed. This field has 2 rotation fields. (We will be making more rotation fields in 2009) This option also includes trims with the Farrier and bi-monthly paste wormers.
• Mini Board $100 per month. This option also includes farrier trims and worming.
• If you require Stall kept horses the fee is $450 per month. You horse can be turned out during the day or during the evening in the main field with the other horses, or into a small private paddock. Shavings, daily hay, and stall cleaning is provided. Farrier and Paste wormer is also included in this option.

I will attempt to work with anyone for any additional special needs that you or your horse might need. I do not believe in charging outrageous fees for simple chores. I do have a small list of things that I charge additional fees for and you will get a list when you board here. Everyone that has seen the list seems that it is extremely fair. I have a BS degree from MTSU in Equine Science and I try to continually learn new and improved ways to do things.

I do have the capability to keep Insulin Resistant Horses, older horses, or horses needing some speical needs. If you have one of these types of horses that need private paddocks please go ahead and contact me to see if I can currently meet your needs.

I use a Natural Balance Farrier that works really well with all horses. He takes his time and does a great job. We use the Tennessee Equine Hospital which only works with horses and keep up with the latest horse care. They are currently building a state of the art surgery center. They are a wonderful set of vets and will take the time to answer your questions without making you feel bad for asking.

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Riding Lessons

Riding lessons are now being offered.