Amenities
AMENITIES AT THE GAIT
Our dedicated management team and on-site staff provide attentive, knowledgeable care. Whether you're at the barn or away, you can relax knowing your horse is in capable and compassionate hands.
At The Gait at 45W, our amenities are an extension of the care we provide every day. They support the health, comfort, and wellbeing of our horses—from clean, well-ventilated stalls to thoughtfully managed turnout and calm, organized routines. We strive to keep your horse’s environment as consistent, safe, and purpose-driven as possible, Talk to our boarders. They’ll tell you that their horses are able to truly settle, thrive, and perform at their best in our care.
WHAT WE OFFER
Exceptional horse care
- Bright, airy stalls designed for safe socialization and excellent ventilation
- Customized turnout options including individual paddocks, small groups, or herd turnout in grass or all-weather lots
- Nightly wellness checks 7 days a week with water refills and evening hay
- On-site management and staff providing 24-hour care
- Medication administration according to veterinary instructions
- Convenient barn-wide scheduling for vaccinations, deworming, and annual health maintenance
Wellness & professional services
We host a wide range of trusted equine professionals to support the health and performance of every horse.
- Regular visits from veterinarians and farriers
- In-house equine nutritionist consultations
- Master saddle fitters on scheduled visits
- Access to chiropractic, acupuncture, magna-wave, dental, and other therapy specialists
Facilities & barn features
- Seven grooming stalls with heat lamps
- Four wash stalls with hot and cold water
- Heated barns and indoor arenas
- Heated and air-conditioned tack rooms and viewing areas
- Secure boarder lockers with saddle racks and custom lock codes
- Two-story clubroom with kitchen, WiFi, and double-level viewing areas
- Acres of scenic riding areas and park-like landscapes
OTHER AMENITIES
Horse gym treadmill
Few barns offer the advanced conditioning benefits of a
Horse Gym treadmill. This high-tech training tool helps horses safely build strength, stamina, and fitness—especially during harsh Midwest winters.
Blanketing service
Midwestern weather can change quickly. Our staff manages blanketing based on your horse’s needs, ensuring they stay comfortable with the correct sheets or blanket weights throughout the seasons.
Riding trails
Enjoy scenic trails perfect for warm-up rides, relaxed hacks, or peaceful sunset rides past the property’s beautiful natural features—including the resident Great Blue Heron at Frog Pond.
Emergency trailer
In the event of an emergency, we have a dedicated trailer ready to transport horses to nearby
Kendall Road Equine Hospital, located just 10 minutes away.
Laundry service
Our laundry service keeps your horse equipment clean and ready to use. Saddle pads, wraps, and blankets are washed and dried according to your preferences.
Trailer parking & hookups
Spacious parking area accommodating up to seven trailer lanes, including room for single and double trailers.
Traveling with an RV? Our outdoor electrical outlets make it easy for visiting riders to settle in comfortably.
Medication administration
Our experienced staff can administer oral medications such as UlcerGard or Regu-Mate according to veterinary instructions. We also have dedicated freezer space available for storing ice boots and therapy equipment.
Night check
Before the barn closes at 9PM, water buckets are topped off, hay is offered. Most importantly, our staff will get to know every detail of your horse’s regular behavior and will observe for any unusual signs or discomfort.
