Stall Boarding

Our insulated barn offers 10 x 12 stalls that are properly sized for optimal equine health, giving your horse a bit of extra comfort and space than a standard 10 x 10 stall. Each unit is provided with hay via slow feeders twice daily, salt, and clean water that is refreshed regularly. High quality grain and mineral/vitamin supplement provided depending on your horse’s dietary needs. Stalls are throughly cleaned daily.

All boarders will have access to a 20 x 12 stall for grooming, veterinary and farrier needs.

All boarders will be given a space to store their tack and access to all riding amenities.

All stall boarded horses will be turned out to pasture on a daily basis as deemed appropriate by farm owners.

 

Pasture Boarding

Offering over 8 acres of pasture, where horses are given the opportunity to thrive regularly in their natural environment. Horses have access to three sided sheds at all times.

When grazing is not an option, fresh quality hay is fed via round bale feeders. Slow feeders are also used during inclement weather or poor ground conditions.  Clean water (heated tanks during winter months) and salt are provided at all times.

 All boarders will be given a space to store their tack and access to all riding amenities.

*We physically walk out and perform a thorough body check of your horse daily. We check for any cuts, scratches, unusual behavior, and evaluate the overall health of your animal.

Diet and Nutrition

Clean water and salt are provided at all times. We offer quality hay, both grass and alfalfa depending on your horse’s needs. Pasture horses are fed square bales daily in round bale feeders to allow for continuous grazing. Slow feeder nets are used during inclement weather or poor ground conditions.

We feed our horses according to their weight and dietary needs. While we encourage horses to graze out to pasture as much as possible, we recognize that this may not always be what is best for all horses. We offer smaller sized pastures that allow your horse to experience a natural environment without over-grazing. We feel this is important in promoting their overall physical and mental well-being. For our seniors or those who have difficulty keeping weight on, we offer a high quality grain and mineral/vitamin supplement for those that need it (this is an additional fee for pasture boarded horses).

Health, Wellness & Socialization

Our passion is to provide your horses the opportunity to thrive in the most natural environment possible.  We encourage socialization of animals that thrive in a cohesive herd setting, while respecting the needs of horses that may prefer a little less. Small herds are placed together with great emphasis on the safety and the social needs of each individual horse.

Boarders are welcome to use their choice of professional services or ours. If utilizing our service providers, the scheduling and handling of routine farrier trims and twice yearly vaccinations are included in board. Boarders are responsible for all fees incurred by these services. Trainers are welcome with proof of insurance.

Additionally, we have a variety of animals that call the farm home. Learn about them on our WhoWeAre page.

 

There are questions and we are here to answer them!

We recognize that many questions may arise when considering where to board your beloved horse. We welcome your call or email regarding any specifics with regards to source/type/brand of our feeding programs or other information you may be seeking.

Access to the farm is based on your needs; however, the farm is gated and secured when no visitors or farm hands are present.

Please do not hesitate to call or email with any questions you have!

e. info@oldstonestables.com p. 815.871.2741

Public trails are located just 15 minutes from the property!

Lockwood Park Trailside and Equestrian Center - 7.4 Miles

Seward Bluff Forest Preserve - 12 Miles

Rock Cut State Park Equestrian Trails - 15 Miles

Roland Olson Forest Preserve - 19 Miles