Stallion owners need to take extra special consideration when it comes to fencing stallions! Regular horse fencing often won’t be suitable for keeping stallions safe and sound within their own space. Here at Duncan Equine New Zealand, not only are we experts on all types of horse fencing, but we also have firsthand experience with…
When we think of the quintessential equestrian property, many of us imagine rolling hills covered in black or white wooden post and rail fencing. Undoubtedly beautiful, this traditional style of fencing gives a charming finish but unfortunately comes with a number of ongoing issues. …What if we told you that you could achieve the same…
Our top tips for saving money when it comes to fencing on your horse property Here at Duncan Equine, our entire team are experienced professionals when it comes to fencing projects and products. What we’re also just as experienced with, is owning horses! Every single Duncan Equine team member has been a horse breeder, rider,…
So, you want to build a fence in a flood-prone area. I bet you want it to survive floods with minimal repairs too. A conventional fence probably won’t cut it, but some design tweaks may just get you there. Typically, the degree to which a fence can survive floods, particularly when floodwaters are loaded with…
Normally gates are an afterthought when it comes to your fencing project, however they are probably one of the most important parts to future proofing your fences. Gateways are used daily for a number of reasons; whether it’s to take your horses in and out of their paddock, drive a vehicle and float through or…
Yes! you absolutely do. Do not let anyone talk you out of them. They are the most important part of your fence. If a fencing contractor tells you you don’t need end assemblies, you can be pretty confident they are not a very good contractor! End assemblies, box assemblies, stays, end bracing, they are all…
When it comes to deciding on which plastic/flexible rail to choose, there is something you should keep in mind. Not all plastic is created equal. Plastics are divided into many categories, with most of them coming under the term ‘polymer’. There are eight common types of synthetic organic polymers found in households. These are: Low-density…
Horses are such amazing creatures, and we don’t have to tell you how intelligent they are, you already know! You also know that some are too smart for their own good. Horses will sometimes try any means possible to escape their paddock. Sometimes over, sometimes under, sometimes straight through. From fence to gate, they’ll take…
It really pays to electrify your horse fencing. Horses quickly learn that fences are not electrified, they even seem to have an uncanny knowledge of when the electrics aren’t working or they are turned off. It really is best to set it all up properly right from the start. Don’t wait until a few weeks…
Plastic Posts are not a new concept. They have been around for many years. However, only recently have they viewed as a superior alternative to timber. As we experienced horse owners know, horses love chewing timber. Some years they don’t seem to touch it, but other years they can turn a pine post into a…
