It’s one of the oldest and most dastardly crimes known to man: rustling.
Many of desperadoes of the old west met their untimely end at the end of a rope for this insidious and pernicious deed. Before the advent of the motor vehicles, horse thefts were incredibly rampant. What made these crimes especially aggravating was the value and connection shared between horse and owner.
The invaluable measure of a horse
Before the domestication of canines, horses were truly man’s best friend. You just couldn’t get between a good cowboy and his horse. Moreover, horses were a necessary asset on the frontier. Early settlers relied on horses for both transportation and as farm equipment. An entire family’s livelihood could be tied up in a trusty stead. Rustlers were known as the worst-of-the-worst in the old frontier days.
Even today, horse theft remains a persistent problem. Horses are still considered valuable pieces of property, on par with automobiles. Aside from their prestige and beauty, horses are often also sold butchered for meat on the Black Market. Horses can be easy targets for crafty and conniving rustlers. A few snipped wires and a well-placed transport trailer can make for an easy horse heist. Horseshows can be particularly susceptible to the whims of thieves. The commotion and excitement of the events can cause temporary security breaches that can lead to lasting heartache.
But there is a solution to the threat of horse theft….
Elephant Barns will protect your horses
Wooden barns are tried and true but their dated security measures will do little to deter determined thieves. Metal latches from wooden doors can be easily removed in the dead of night while a cowardly crook makes off with your livestock, tools and other valuables. There is also the threat of fire and theft of reclaimed wood, which are growing concerns for these old structures.
County, Ridgeline or Valley?
At Elephant Barns, we offer varying levels of protection and security although all our units are made with superior steel with your needs in mind. All Elephant Barns are based on one of three structural foundations: County, Ridgeline or Valley. All barns off great protection, but if you are looking for optimal and durable strength, we would have to recommend the Valley selection. With an A-Frame vertical style roof, this is the strongest barn design in our entire catalog! While we aren’t bashful about touting our top-of-the-line products, we would be remised if we didn’t tell champion the traditional barn appearance of the Ridgeline structure base.
Barny to the rescue!
Don’t become too bogged down in the terminology of picking out the right horse barn for you. Our online builder is incredibly easy to use and will help guide you through the design experience. “Barny” the Elephant Barn Builder Assistant will make the purchasing experience fun and interactive. There’s no need to worry about the pressure of a salesman. Click on over to test out some designs on your own. When you’re ready, feel free to give us a call for a free quote and consultation.
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