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Horse Trailering

Video: Inspecting a Horse Trailer

Examine the hitch, chains, and electrical connections. The condition and air pressure of all tires--including the spare--should be checked. Look…

11 years ago


Horses in Flight

Traveling from oversees for the World Equestrian Games in Lexington, Kentucky, can be troublesome for people, but the equine athletes journey…

11 years ago

Finding the Type of Trailer that is Right for You

Trailers are either straight-load (horses face straight ahead while traveling) or slant-load (horses stand at an angle). While most horses…

11 years ago

Towing Capacities

From the multitude of terms pertaining to ratings of horse trailers and tow vehicles, there are five that are extremely…

11 years ago

No More Trailer Troubles

To help your horse overcome his trailering fears, you have to look at it from his perspective. As prey animals,…

12 years ago

Travel Safely With Your Horse This Winter

With the change of seasons, USRider – the national provider of roadside emergency assistance for equestrians – reminds those who…

13 years ago

What should you do if you encounter severe weather while trailering your horse?

The severe weather season is upon us, and when things get rough, we’re reminded to DUCK: D – Go DOWN…

13 years ago

Conserve gas when trailering your horse

Crude oil prices continue to remain over $100 a barrel in 2011, with resulting gasoline prices reaching $4 per gallon.…

14 years ago

Trailer safety: Carry two spare tires when traveling with your horse

The side of the road is a dangerous place to be, especially when you have horses onboard. As a conscientious…

14 years ago

Trailer Safety: Check Your Tires

Studies show that the leading factor in roadside breakdowns is tires. Additionally, as temperatures cool across the country, tire pressures…

14 years ago