For those of us who do not own our stable or barn, boarding our horses at a commercial facility is a necessity. It’s also the most common housing situation for domesticated horses on riding and training schedules. However, there are lots of options out there, you might not know if you’ve found the right place until after your experience has turned out well or poorly.

Ideally, you’ll find a facility that’s well maintained, with a friendly and helpful staff that makes everything feel warm and inviting and provides you with everything you need to reach your goals as an equestrian. The perfect place may not exist for you, or your horse, but by doing some homework, you should be able to home in on the best possible solution.