Field Shelters & Pasture Tents: Protection From Sun, Rain and Wind
A shelter on the pasture gives your animals shade in summer and cover in the rain. Here you will find pasture tents and field shelters in several sizes.
Field Shelters & Pasture Tents: A Roof for Your Herd
Field shelters & pasture tents give your animals shelter right on the pasture. Horses, cattle, sheep and goats like to seek cover from blazing sun, heavy rain or cold wind. Where there are no trees or buildings, a portable field shelter closes that gap. It can be set up on level ground and moved to another spot when you change pastures. That way your animals always have somewhere to go, whatever the weather brings.
Tent or Shelter
A pasture tent consists of a frame with a tough cover. It is relatively light, quick to put up and works well as an airy shelter for horses and cattle. A field shelter is built more solidly and stands up better to storms and contact with animals. With an extension kit you can make the shelter longer as your herd grows. For small ruminants there are low shelters designed specifically for sheep and goats, so they feel at home underneath.
Location and Setting Up
Place the shelter on a slightly raised, dry spot so that mud does not collect in the entrance when it rains. The open side should ideally face away from the prevailing wind. Allow enough space so that animals lower in the pecking order also find a place and are not pushed out. The entrance should be wide enough that no animal gets trapped inside. Firm ground at the entrance, such as hardcore, keeps the area firm underfoot even when it is wet.
Frequently asked questions
How big does a field shelter for two horses need to be?
Both horses should be able to stand inside at the same time and turn round without crowding each other. Lower ranking animals need room to move away, so it is better to plan a little larger.
How do I secure a pasture tent against storms?
Anchor the frame firmly in the ground at every corner and keep the cover tight. Loose covers flap in the wind and tear more easily.
Can I use a pasture tent to store hay as well?
Yes, a tent keeps hay and straw dry if the bales sit on pallets and do not touch the ground. Make sure there is good ventilation so that moisture does not build up.
Pasture Tents and Field Shelters for Every Species
Many pastures lack a shady tree or a stable anywhere nearby. A shelter then creates a place where your animals can retreat from heat, rain and wind. Here you will find the Cover All pasture tent in green, Growi field shelters, for example measuring 6 x 3 m, and a matching extension kit that lets the shelter grow with your herd. For sheep and goats there is a dedicated low field shelter that suits their size. Put the shelter on a dry, slightly raised spot and turn the open side away from the wind. Firm anchoring in the ground keeps everything in place even in a storm. That way horses, cattle, sheep and goats have a roof over their heads on the pasture all year round, and you can simply take it with you when you move them to fresh grazing.