Livestock Fencing For Horse, Goat, Hog, Cattle

Livestock fencing plays a vital role in animal husbandry. It is not only a barrier to protect livestock and prevent theft but also helps manage pastures, improve land utilization, and promote livestock growth. Used for the enclosure of livestock such as horses, cattle, sheep, pigs, etc. Wanzhi Steel stocks a large number of conventional-sized livestock fences, including 8-22Ga wire diameters, customizable height and length, and galvanized wire and stainless steel wire materials. You are welcome to contact us.

horse wire fence

Use of Fences

Galvanized Fencing

grassland field sheep fence

grassland field sheep fence

Livestock Fencing Specification

Item Livestock Fencing
Place of Origin Hebei, China
MOQ 200 Rolls/pieces
Material Galvanized wire, PVC coated wire, q195/q235 low carbon steel wire, SS wire
Surface treatment PVC-coated or hot dip galvanized
Color Blue, white, green, as customers’ requirement
Feature Anti-climb, protects against cut-through
Wire Diameter 1.8mm 2mm 2.5mm 3mm
Panel hight 0.5-4 m and so on
Panel length 50 m-100 m
Roll length 15m 30m 50m 100m
Packing Rolls with waterproof paper and woven cloth
Transportation By sea, by land
Delivery time 15-18 days
Price Term Ex-work, FOB, CIF, CFR, etc
Payment T/T 30% Deposit

 

Square tube fence post  specification

Square tube style
Height*Length
1m*2.1m,1m*2.9m,1.8m*2.1m
horizontal rails
40*40mm,50*50mm (6 square rail)
vertical pipe
40*40mm,50*50mm
Thickness
1.6mm, 2.0mm
material
pre hot dipped galvanized steel pipe
Accessories
2 U lugs, 2 L lugs, 2 rain caps, and 2 bases are welded on panel2 pins are included in 1 panel

Key Features of Livestock Fencing

1. Protect livestock safety: prevent wild animals from approaching, and at the same time, prevent livestock from escaping.

2. Prevent theft: solid fences can prevent livestock from being stolen and protect the property safety of livestock farmers.

3. Effectively manage pastures: by dividing different areas with fences, the pasture can be managed in a refined manner.

4. Improve land utilization efficiency: maximize the use of land resources and achieve balanced development of pasture and livestock.

5. Promote the healthy growth of livestock: livestock within the fence are not disturbed by the outside world, and a quiet and stable environment is more conducive to growth.

Galvanized Hog Panels

Galvanized Hog Panels

Barbed Wire Cattle Fence

Barbed Wire Cattle Fence

Hinged Sheep Pasture Fence

Hinged Sheep Pasture Fence

Recommended sizes for different livestock

Animal Type Recommended Gauge Height Mesh Size
Cattle 12.5-14 ga 51-55″ 6″×6″ (woven,25mm x 25mm)
Sheep/Goats 14-16 ga 47-51″ 4″×4″, or 120mm x 120mm
Pigs 14 ga (woven) 36-48″ 2″×4″
Poultry 16-19 ga (welded) 24-48″ 1″×1″
Horses 12.5-14 ga (smooth) 54-60″ 6″×6″ (woven,25mm x 25mm)
Rabbits 16ga 14-25″,105cm 1″×1″
Dog 14g 30-50″  50mm x 50mm
Chickens 22g 1.5m  50mm x 50mm
Fox 14g,2mm 1.8m 50mm x 50mm
Badger 12.5mm 1.3m 50mm x 50mm

 

NOTE: Thicker wire (lower gauge) = stronger, more expensive. Height depends on animal size: e.g., goats need 47″+ to prevent jumping.

Wanzhi Steel Livestock Fencing Case

189 tons of cattle wire fence

189 tons of cattle wire fence

Types of Livestock fencing

1. Classification by usage time

① Permanent fence

Suitable for long-term use of pastures, usually built with solid building materials (such as wood, metal, concrete, etc.), with high stability and durability.

 Temporary fence

It is suitable for short-term use or pastures that require frequent changes, such as seasonal grazing areas. This type of fence is usually constructed of lightweight, easily removable materials (such as plastic mesh, wire mesh, etc.), making it easy to move and rearrange.

Temporary Goat Fence Panels

Temporary Goat Fence Panels

 

2. Classification by process

① Woven Wire Fence (Field Fence)

Best for: Cattle, Sheep, Goats, Deer

Mesh Pattern: Fixed Knot, Heavy Duty, 2.5-14 Gauge. Hinged Knot is more flexible, and 14-16 Gauge wire is recommended.

Common Heights: 47 inches, 51 inches, 55 inches

Advantages: Prevents animals from getting trapped, long service life (20+ years)

② Barbed Wire Fence

Best for: Large pastures, usually made of 4-6 strands of wire.

Wire gauge: 12.5-14 gauge (high tensile strength)

Features: Low-cost deterrent, but there is a risk of harming animals

Farm Fence

Barbed Wire Farm Fence

③ Electric fence

Polywire (temporary grazing)

High-strength steel wire: permanent, 12.5-14 gauge

Voltage: 2,000-10,000V (for livestock)

Advantages: Adjustable boundaries, low maintenance costs

④ Welded wire fence

Best suited for: poultry, pigs, small animals

Grid size: 1″×1″, 2″×4″, 14-16 gauge is commonly used for wire.

Height: 24″, 36″, 48″.

Advantages: Predator-proof, easy to install

⑤ Panel fence (feedlot panel)

Best suited for: temporary fences, stables, use galvanized steel sheet (6-8 gauge frame), galvanized steel as material.

Size: 16 feet long × 50-60 inches high, customizable

Advantages: ultra-durable, no sagging

Livestock Fencing Application

1. Galvanized Hog Panel

Also known as cattle fence or hog panel fence, is a rectangular solid grille, which is made of thick metal wire welded together and galvanized, and the mesh size can be different.

2. Cattle panel

Can be made of woven wire, barbed wire fence, or galvanized grille. Modern popular cattle fences are also used in DIY Garden Trellis, and they generally have bull panel fences, cow fence panels, deck railing cattle panels, and other types. 16ft cattle panel is a common size.

3. Goat Fence & Sheep Fence

Refers to the woven fence used to isolate and protect goats, sheep, cattle, pigs, and horses. Since sheep are good at jumping, we should pay special attention to the height and mesh size of the goat fence. For example, the no climb goat fence uses a small hole welded mesh.

4. Horse Fence

Horse Rail (also called “plank” or “board”) fences are popular on horse farms because they are attractive, highly visible, and relatively safe. Specifically, we suggest fencing heights of: 1.08 m – 1.38 m (3.6 ft – 4.6 ft) Ponies: 1 m – 1.3 m (3.3 ft – 4.3 ft).

5. Dog fence

Closer to a pet fence, you can DIY a dog cage or dog gate for outdoor use. Usually, it is a fence woven from welded grilles or chain link mesh.

6. Farm Fence

Also called farm gates, cattle gates, no climb horse fences, Agricultural fencing, livestock gates, or sheep wire fencing, it is also made of woven wire mesh, and the weaving styles are generally the following two. Wanzhi Steel supports customized mesh sizes, shape, height, and length.

no climb goat fence

bull panel fence

Prairie Cattle Fence

Prairie Cattle Fence

Different types of prices

Fence Type Price per Foot Price per Roll (330 ft)
Woven Wire (14 ga) 0.25−0.25−0.50 80−80−160
Barbed Wire (12.5 ga) 0.10−0.10−0.20 35−35−65
Electric Polywire 0.05−0.05−0.15 15−15−50
Welded Wire (16 ga) 0.30−0.30−0.70 100−100−230
High-Tensile (12.5 ga) 0.15−0.15−0.30 50−50−100
Feedlot Panels 25−25−50 per panel N/A

 

Factors that affect cost

Coating (galvanized or PVC coated), wire gauge (thicker = more expensive), and mesh size (smaller openings cost more).

How to choose the right fence?

① Type of livestock – Determines wire diameter

Cattle: Braided or barbed wire.

Sheep/goats: Small mesh (4″×4″).

Horses: Smooth or electric wire.

② Climate and terrain 

Rain and snow areas: Avoid low-tension wire.

Rocky soil: Use flexible hinge joint fence.

③ Budget and lifespan – Determine the material

Cheapest: Barbed wire ($0.10/ft).

Most durable: High-strength smooth wire (30+ year lifespan).

④ Predator threat – Determine height and mesh type

Coyotes/wolves: 6-foot high braided wire + barbed Wire.

Raccoons: 1″×1″ welded wire for poultry.

 

Key points of livestock fencing construction

1. Reasonable planning and layout: Reasonable planning of fence layout according to the terrain, climate, and grass distribution of the ranch to ensure that livestock can make full use of grass resources and avoid overgrazing.

2. Pay attention to maintenance: Check the condition of the fence regularly and repair the damaged parts in time. At the same time, clean up the weeds and garbage around the fence in time.

Packaging according to client requirements

GI wire mesh in stock for sale

950 Rolls of Grassland Mesh

950 Rolls of Field Fence to Vanuatu

FAQ: Livestock fencing

1. Q: What is the lifespan of a livestock fence?

Galvanized steel: 20-30 years, PVC coating: 15-25 years, Electric: 10-15 years (including maintenance).

2. Q: Can I install the fence myself?

Yes, but use corner braces to secure the fence and space the posts 8-12 feet apart, depending on the field.

3. Q: What type of fence is best for goats?

47+ inches high braid wire (4″ x 4″ mesh, 14 ga), topped with barbed wire.

Livestock Fencing Supplier – Wanzhi Steel

Therefore, livestock fencing provides great help in safety and management. Galvanized livestock fencing will provide decades of life, thus saving you a lot of costs. If your budget is sufficient or the environmental requirements are high, the service life of PVC GI wire mesh will be longer than that of GI livestock mesh.

 

 

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or send an email to info03@wanzhisteel.com.

 

 

Wanzhi Steel is an ISO 9001-certified steel factory located in Hebei, China. It has been specializing in the production of galvanized livestock fence, horse fence, field fence, goat fence, pasture fence, Game Fence, and farm fence for 14 years, with a monthly output of 1,800 tons. With high-quality products and good services, its products have been exported to more than 120 countries around the world.

 

 

 

 

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