A Step By Step Guide To Starting And Running A Successful Horse Boarding Business

Author : Sheri Grunska
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2018-03-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1545355959

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A Step by Step Guide to Starting and Running a Successful Horse Boarding Business by Sheri Grunska Pdf

This book will open your eyes to the world of horse boarding and all that it encompasses. One of the most often asked questions I get from people who want to start a boarding business is, "Where do I start?" Great question! Most people, including myself, usually start with a couple of horses and then progress into boarding. This book is a step by step guide on what you need to do to get your barn or stable up and going and how to maintain a strong and healthy boarding business. Whether you want to run a large facility or a small stable this book will cover everything you need to know to help you start off with a strong foundation for your business. I have included a current business plan (designed especially for the horse boarding industry), boarding contract and barn rules which is only the beginning. This book will walk you through every step and give you tasks lists and suggestions for every part of your business from designing your barn to seeking a loan. This book includes designing a barn or stable, your tack room, horse stalls and riding arenas. It covers extensive pages on herd management, turnout and paddocks and how to design them and what to think about before you put the first post in the ground. It will include business insurance, accounting and lawyers and what they mean to your business. I discuss the financial part of business ownership throughout the book and how to streamline your chores and hire employees. I discuss conflict resolution, the barn manager's role and client relations and the intention of this book is to help you avoid some of the common pitfalls of barn management and business ownership and that is only the beginning. The topics that are covered in this book are extensive and you won't find a more current book on running a boarding business. This book will benefit any size boarding operation. A large boarding barn equates to a large scale effort and risk. A small boarding stable carries lower financial risk but requires the same planning to be successful and can have many of the same issues as a large facility. Every area of the horse industry is impacted by the boarding stable and no matter the size; each plays an integral part in the success and stability of the equine industry.

Author : Sheri Grunska
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Horse boarding facilities
ISBN : 9798775323714

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A Step by Step Guide to Starting and Running a Successful Horse Boarding Business by Sheri Grunska Pdf

"This author will walk you through every phase of business ownership from purchasing your permits and applying for a business loan to opening your doors for your new clients and their horses. The book also includes a comprehensive look at barn management and how to create a stable that is operating efficiently, consistently and retains boarders. This book includes: Designing your barn or stable with all four seasons in mind; Walking through size and cost verses revenue that you will generate; Writing a business plan for the bank and yourself; Permits and zoning; Designing your riding arenas (indoor and outside); Determining barn amenities, including tack rooms, lounge and bathroom; Designing your barn with chores and weather in mind; Hiring employees; Boarding contracts; Setting and adjusting your boarding rates; Insurance, accountants and lawyers for your business; Barn rules and arena etiquette for safe riding; Chores and how to make them easier and more efficient; Hay, grain and supplement considerations; Issues that are generated in a boarding business; Trainers and your barn; Special requests from your clients; Herd management; Barn owner/barn manager differences; Yearly horse health care; How to set up training clinics and workshops; Conflict management; Creating invoices and billing your boarders; and so much more!"--Back cover.

Author : Sheri Grunska
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2014-10-18
Category : Pets
ISBN : 1502785102

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What It Really Takes to Start and Run a Horse Business by Sheri Grunska Pdf

Revised edition as of March, 2015. Building a large barn and starting a horse boarding business was my dream but it turned out to be a lot harder than I imagined. What was even harder for me was learning to become the business owner I needed to be to run a successful boarding stable. This book is about what it takes to work in the horse industry and what barn management is really all about. This is the story of Vinland Stables in Neenah Wisconsin. My name is Sheri Grunska and I wrote this book to show you how we built our barn from nothing and what it took to get our business off the ground. It is really about what it takes to become the business person you need to be to run a boarding facility efficiently and with confidence. This is the most honest total barn management book you will ever read and it is really two books in one. The first few chapters of this book is about my family's journey of building our barn and all that it took to get the loan and get the barn up and open for business. The reason I wrote the first part of the book is to help others that want to build a barn and show them all that goes with the building process both good and bad. We made a lot of mistakes in the building process so now I hope to help others so they don't end up with the mess we did. The rest of the book is about actually running a barn on a day to day basis with clients and horses. It is the most complete barn management you will ever read. In this book, I will show you how to write a business plan if you are applying for a loan and give you examples of what our business plan looked like ten years ago and what it should look like now. I will show you what my boarding contract looks like and what you should have in your contract. Running a horse boarding facility is about so much more than feeding and cleaning stalls. In fact that is the easy part. In this book I will discuss subjects like: - herd management and the boarder - What do you do when two horses don't get along and how do you know when it's time to move a horse - How do you give a 30 day notice to a boarder - When do you raise your rates and how much? - What are the boundaries between the barn owner and the client? - How to write a business plan for the equine industry - Boarding contracts and barn rules - No drama policy at the barn - How to find the right trainer for your facility - Are you willing to ask a boarder to leave - barn hours and why they are important - What do you do when a horse gets hurt on your property and the owner wants to blame someone. - Special request and when to say "Sorry but we do not offer that here." You will not find another book on the market that addresses these real situations in the horse business. I will share with you what we have learned over the years through many trials and errors. I will give you the tools to handle the most stressful situations. If you feel sometimes like you are alone in running your farm and no one else would understand the problems you are having, than read this book. You will find out very quickly that what you are dealing with is very common in most barns. Let me teach you how to become a leader and take control of your business. To this day, I love going out to the barn every morning for work. It wasn't like that the first couple of years. Learning to become a barn owner and business person takes time and sometimes a few years. I will share all that we have learned over the years with our business. This book will educate and inspire you and I hope to help you in your day to day life of running your barn. We made many mistakes in the beginning and it was because we didn't go to anyone for advice. I tried to find the answers in books but was not able to. Let me help you start off with the tools you need to become a successful business person in the equine industry. It is a great life when I step into my office and hear nickers every morning. It can be a great life for you too.

Author : Mary Ashby McDonald
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2009-11-25
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781603426688

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Starting & Running Your Own Horse Business, 2nd Edition by Mary Ashby McDonald Pdf

Turn your passion for horses into a successful business. Full of proven techniques to help you maximize profits and minimize headaches, this practical guide shows you how to create a viable business plan, identify marketing opportunities, and efficiently maintain your facilities. With savvy tips on reducing veterinary and feed costs, you’ll learn how to make your operation self-sufficient and keep it financially sustainable. Whether you run a boarding stable or a riding camp, you’re sure to find the information you need to keep your business running smoothly.

Author : Sheri L. Grunska
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2015-08-31
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1515133745

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The Total Horse Barn Management Makeover by Sheri L. Grunska Pdf

Do you want to make much needed changes at your barn but are not sure where to start? Are you struggling on how to effectively communicate and resolve issues with your clients regarding their horse? Why do some barns have a waiting list and others don't? These are just a few of the questions many horse professionals ask and you are not alone. If you are ready to make positive changes in your barn and business than this book is for you. My new book The Total Horse Barn Management Makeover will discuss everything that has to do with horse barn management and the client. This book will inspire and encourage you to make the changes you have wanted to make but didn't know where to start. Remember, you are not alone and learning to resolve the issues you are having will not only better your barn but will help you grow as a business person. Everything that happens at your barn will affect your clients and there are going to be times when they want an answer to some of the decisions you have made. This book will talk about the relationship between you and your clients and how to make decisions with confidence under difficult circumstances. This book is about changing from the inside out and becoming the leader in your barn and gaining strong barn management skills along the way. You will learn to stream line your business when it comes to barn chores and I will discuss what the clients see on their side of each situation and how to come to a place where issues are resolved easily. You will learn quickly that taking care of the horses will be the easiest part of your day. I am so excited about this book because I really believe it can help you work through the day to day problems that horse professionals deal with. I truly believe once you embrace your new role as barn owner or manager, your job will become easier on a daily basis. You are going to see barn management in a whole new positive way.

Author : Janet E. English
Publisher : Scholargy Publishing, Inc.
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1592473008

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Complete Guide for Horse Business Success by Janet E. English Pdf

This acclaimed guide examines every aspect of initiating a horse business venture, and is widely used in equine departments at major universities across the nation. In this extensively revised and expanded edition, Janet E. English, CPA, presents advice on how to structure a business plan,attract investors,manage records and funds, and handle accounts. Agreement forms and contracts are conveniently included in ready-to-use formats, and will lay the groundwork for solid business affairs. Every horse owner can benefit from this book, but it should be especially helpful for those who wish to succeed in the horse business!

Author : Lisa D. Oden
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2000-10-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 097065250X

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Growing Your Horse Business by Lisa D. Oden Pdf

Author : Jeremy Houghton Brown,Sarah Pilliner,Zoe Davies
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2013-03-13
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781118709672

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Horse and Stable Management by Jeremy Houghton Brown,Sarah Pilliner,Zoe Davies Pdf

Since the first edition was published in 1984 Horse and Stable Management has become the recognised source of reliable information on all aspects of the practical management of horses and ponies. It is now the established textbook for everyone who owns a horse or works with horses. This fourth edition has been radically revised and reorganised to include the most up-to-date and accurate procedures and advice. With many new photographs, Horse and Stable Management includes chapters covering evolution and behaviour, conformation and action, routine preventive measures, nursing the sick horse, first aid, lameness and the management of breeding stock. Horse and Stable Management is essential reading for those taking British Horse Society and Association of British Riding Schools examinations as well as those taking college equine courses or National Vocational Qualifications in horse care and management. The Authors Jeremy Houghton Brown was manager of the British National Equestrian Centre and the British Racing School, then for many years principal lecturer in equine studies at Warwickshire College, where he started and pioneered British equine education. Above all, he is an experienced, practical horseman. Sarah Pilliner is an equine consultant specialising in horse care. She is also an experienced lecturer, competition rider, senior examiner, and the author of several books. Zoe Davies is a former lecturer in equine science, a consultant equine nutritionist, author and external examiner for higher education courses. She has substantial experience in equine management and training. From previous reviews: ‘A new classic... a clearly written and easily understood handbook.’ Riding ‘It is extremely comprehensive. It is also accurate. In fact, a most valuable book for anyone who owns a horse.’ Horse and Hound ‘The approach and contents are refreshingly different... very informative and a valuable source of reference.’ Horse and Rider

Author : Mary Ashby McDonald
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2016-10-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1635610117

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Starting and Running Your Own Horse Business, 2nd Edition by Mary Ashby McDonald Pdf

Author : Sheri Grunska
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2020-01-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1706456786

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157 Questions To Ask When Looking For the Right Horse Boarding Stable by Sheri Grunska Pdf

This is the most important book you will ever read if you are going to board your horse! 157 BEST questions to ask when considering a boarding stable PLUS real life horse boarding stories and experiences from different people in each chapter that bring this book to life and completes this book with solid sound advice. This book addresses the horse's environment and how it can affect his behavior. If they are stressed at rest, then work is only going to raise their anxiety! This major factor is often not even considered when looking for a boarding stable only because it hasn't been talked about in detail until now! If you are a horse owner than I encourage you to get this book and start looking at horse boarding in a whole new way. Barn owners and managers - this book is equally important for you to read because it will help you design and layout exactly what kind of boarding stable you want in ALL operations including special services and chores! This book is easy to read with straightforward and honest questions and answers that will open your eyes to boarding stable practices. After you read this book your knowledge is going to equip you to make smart and informed decisions when it comes to choosing a horse boarding stable and help avoid a mismatch for both you and more importantly your horse. IT WILL NOT MATTER if you have the best trainer or most expensive saddle and tack if your horse is stressed out due to his living conditions!! If he is not getting enough to eat or can't get to the hay because he is on the bottom of the pecking order in the herd, or is constantly being chased down, then lessons, training and other activities will never be as good as they could be because he will not perform at his best. If he is limited on water due to it being frozen or not topped off then you are compromising his health and well-being. This is only the beginning of things to think about when looking for a boarding stable for the horse you love so dearly.

Author : Cindy McCarthy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2017-02-27
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1542547709

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Horse Hobby Or Equine Business by Cindy McCarthy Pdf

A business book for the horse industry. The target market includes trainers, horse and horse farm owners, CPAs and tax attorneys. It provides the plans, practices and processes needed to establish intent for profit as defined by the IRS.

Author : Ronaye Ireland
Publisher : Publishing Enterprises
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2010-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1933817658

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How to Find Trouble Free Horse Boarding Even If You Are New to Horses by Ronaye Ireland Pdf

For many of us, owning our own horse is the ultimate dream. But, unfortunately, most of us don't have the luxury of keeping our horses at home and have to rely on the services offered by a horse boarding stable. Choosing the right home away from home for your horse can be a daunting process. Do you really know what your horse needs to be happy, safe and healthy? The past 10 years have taken Ronaye Ireland on a very unique journey few of us will ever experience. She's gone from being the uninformed boarder and new horse owner to designing and constructing her own boarding facility and running the business. Her horse boarding stable is living proof of what works. And in this book she shares her insights and lessons learned so you don't have to learn through trial and error and the expensive vet bills so many of us experience unnecessarily. You'll discover: -How to choose the boarding style that suits your lifestyle -What your horse really needs to be happy, safe, and healthy -How to uncover hidden costs and build a realistic budget so you can afford to keep your horse -How to make sure your horse can be the athlete you want him to be without him getting cranky, lethargic or sick -How to recognize a barn owner who is on top of their game or better to be avoided -How to do a simple calculation that will tell you whether or not your horse's daily needs are going to be taken care of -How to spot the signs of stress that point to key emotional problems you never want your horse to have -How to do your own air quality test by paying attention to these simple signs -How to size up a place without ever having to speak to a person -How to avoid a $500 vet bill by paying attention to this safety hazard you never thought would be a problem -How common, and sometimes required, practices can have serious consequences for you and your horse -How not to let your child's dream become your nightmare because you didn't know to ask these questions -How to make the transition from one barn to another as smooth as possible -How to pick the right horse transport company so that you're not left standing with your fingers crossed hoping that your baby is safe! And so much more! This book is packed with solid and practical information and an absolute MUST read if you have to rely on the services offered by a horse boarding stable to house your horse. It will tell you exactly what you need to know, ask and look for when looking for that happy, safe and healthy home for your horse and a fun place for you.

Author : Julie I. Fershtman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2020-07-07
Category : Law
ISBN : 164105493X

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Equine Law and Horse Sense by Julie I. Fershtman Pdf

Equine Law and Horse Sense is designed for people, businesses, and organizations in the horse industry and for the lawyers who serve them.

Author : Allen Schoen,Susan Gordon
Publisher : Trafalgar Square Books
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2015-08-17
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781570767173

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The Compassionate Equestrian by Allen Schoen,Susan Gordon Pdf

This marvelous book, borne of a unique collaboration between Dr. Allen Schoen—a world-renowned veterinarian and author—and trainer and competitor of many years Susan Gordon, introduces the 25 Principles of Compassionate Equitation. These Principles, conceived by Dr. Schoen and Gordon, are a set of developmental guidelines, encouraging a level of personal awareness that may be enacted not only through the reader's engagement with horses, but can be extended to all humans and sentient beings he or she encounters. The 25 Principles share stories and outline current, peer-reviewed studies that identify and support methods of training, handling, and caring for horses that constitute a safe, healthy, non-stressful, and pain-free environment. Through their Compassionate Equestrian program, the authors encourage all involved in the horse industry to approach training and handling with compassion and a willingness to alleviate suffering. By developing deeper compassion for their own horses, and subsequently, all equines, equestrians transcend their differences in breed preferences, riding disciplines, and training methodologies. This leads to the ability to empathize and connect more closely with the “global collective” of horses and horse people. In doing so, a worldwide community of compassionate equine practitioners and horse owners will emerge, which will not only benefit the horses: People involved with horses are found in many influential segments of society and have the potential to affect wide circles of friends, acquaintances, and co-workers from every walk of life. These are simple changes any horse person can make that can have a vast impact on the horse industry and society as a whole.

Author : Cherry Hill,Richard Klimesh
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-26
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781612122564

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Stablekeeping by Cherry Hill,Richard Klimesh Pdf

Your horses deserve a comfortable and well-kept stable. In this easy-to-use guide, Cherry Hill shows you how to design and maintain an efficient and safe stable environment. With clear instructions and more than 250 photographs, Hill provides in-depth advice on every aspect of stable management, including stalls, tack rooms, work and storage areas, sanitation, safety considerations, and more. Good stablekeeping is an essential element of every successfully equine operation; it ensures a pleasant workplace and creates a healthy and happy environment for your horses.