| Unless you are fortunate enough to own your own | | | | Another important factor in your livery yard hunt is |
| equestrian facilities, you will be among the majority of | | | | cost. What are you getting for you money? |
| horse owners who are searching for a suitable livery | | | | Types of livery - What type of livery is on offer and |
| yard for their four legged friend. This can be a | | | | which is best suited to your needs and budget. |
| stressful search for many owners as there is so much | | | | Facilities - Does the yard have secure tack and feed |
| to think about. Hopefully with a few hints and tips we | | | | rooms? Is there parking for horse boxes and trailers? |
| can take away the headaches and hassle and help | | | | Does the livery yard have show jumps or a riding area |
| you find a happy home for your horse. | | | | and what are the terms and conditions of usage? |
| The most important thing to think about when choosing | | | | Location - Are there any bridleways near the yard for |
| a livery yard is the well being and safety of your | | | | hacking? Is the yard in a convenient location for work |
| horse. Take in to consideration the following points | | | | and home? |
| when researching possible livery yards. | | | | Feed and Bedding - Will you be able to use your own |
| Is the yard BHS (British Horse Society) approved? - | | | | or must it be purchased from the yard's supplier? Be |
| These yards are inspected annually, comply with all | | | | sure to check the quality available. Also does the yard |
| health and safety regulations and are fully insured. | | | | have a regular visit from the farrier, dentist and vet? |
| How secure is the yard? - Will your horse be visible by | | | | Be sure to check that everything you need is included |
| passers by? How secure are gates and fences? | | | | in the price and written up in a contract. Hidden costs |
| Do they have a fire and first aid procedure? - Be | | | | can easily mount up. |
| wary of any yard who does not have one. | | | | Don't be afraid to ask any questions while viewing a |
| Will there be all year round grazing facilities? - Is this | | | | livery yard and make time to chat to the current |
| area well maintained with adequate shelter? What is | | | | liveries for their advice. While one size doesn't always |
| the yard's grazing policy? What kind of turnout time will | | | | fit all, word of mouth is the best way to find the |
| your horse have? | | | | perfect livery yard. |