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.