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How to Measure for Lighthoof

It’s easy to to figure out how many Lighthoof panels you need to make a mud-free area for your horse. Each Lighthoof panel expands to 6’x12’, covering 72 square feet of ground. Don’t worry if your...

mud faqsMud FAQs Continued

Mud FAQs Continued

In last month’s Monthly Mud FAQs, we addressed some risk factors that the discerning farm owner should be aware of. Now that you’ve got a handle on the risks, we’re here to help you find solutions ...

MudHorse Paddock Drainage: Stability Is More Important than Permeability

Horse Paddock Drainage: Stability Is More Important than Permeability

A common misconception in the horse world is the idea that mud problems are solved by using a paddock footing material that is permeable or “drains through.” Of course it would be lovely if we...

MudSimple and User-Friendly: Thank You, Lighthoof!
barn winterization checklistEasy Winterizing Tips for Your Barn That Will Save You Many Headaches

Easy Winterizing Tips for Your Barn That Will Save You Many Headaches

Winter is coming - and no, we don’t mean that in the cool Game of Thrones way. We mean cold temperatures, nasty weather and never enough layers to go around. As we hurtle through autumn into the up...

arena footingThe Top 6 Footings for Your Perfect Arena

The Top 6 Footings for Your Perfect Arena

So you’ve finally found the time, money and means to install that perfect riding arena you’ve been dreaming about. Whether you’re sitting on your own private horse property or you’re managing or ow...

Equine mudMonthly Mud FAQs

Monthly Mud FAQs

Mud. It’s a word that’s a sore spot for horse owners and property owners alike. Managing the mess that accompanies mud on your farm is an ongoing, and an uphill, battle. As horse owners, you want t...

SAFE Horse Rescue's Lighthoof Project

SAFE Horse Rescue's Lighthoof Project

Lighthoof is proud to support Save a Forgotten Equine (SAFE), a worthy organization providing much needed resources to large numbers of horses in Western Washington State who need their help.

Meet the New Lighthoof

Meet the New Lighthoof

We have great news for horses and horse lovers too! Lighthoof equine mud management panels just got even better! We’ve developed a way to make installation easier and ensure a perfect fit: use our ...

Honoring Horses on Veterans Day

Honoring Horses on Veterans Day

The United States Cavalry has shaped our nation's past and its present. Its controversial history is rich with both victories and tragedies. But there are thousands of heroes of the U.S. Cavalry wh...

Cosmo Gets New Horse Paddock Footing

Cosmo Gets New Horse Paddock Footing

Tired of having his hooves in the mud, my brother Cosmo has been begging for his own Lighthoof footing in his paddock. He's been pretty jealous of the other horses and so was thrilled to get his ow...

Sofie's Big Day!

Sofie's Big Day!

Sofia had such an exciting day today! The vet gave her the thumbs up -- she is completely free of infection! Yayyy!! So she finally came out of quarantine. She was excited to walk around the farm a...

Kiwi Latches Make Horse Farm Life a Little Easier

Kiwi Latches Make Horse Farm Life a Little Easier

Instead of wishing for extra hands when you're doing your horse farm chores, make a simple change: switch your snap latches and other gate closures to kiwi latches! Kiwi latches are fast -- not as ...