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Characteristics <strong>Problems</strong> Solutions<br />

H<strong>and</strong>ling during <strong>transportation</strong><br />

� Watering <strong>and</strong> feeding<br />

� Use water flavoring <strong>to</strong> increase water intake<br />

� Offer high quality hay in deep bags/nets, slightly wet<br />

� During air haulage hay helps unblocking ears<br />

� S<strong>to</strong>ps<br />

� Regular s<strong>to</strong>ps (at least every 8 hours) <strong>and</strong> complete<br />

unloading (at least every 12-16h)<br />

� Provide <strong>horse</strong>s with some rest <strong>and</strong> relaxation<br />

� Increase truck ventilation<br />

� Allow <strong>horse</strong>s <strong>to</strong> move their heads more<br />

� Provide opportunity <strong>to</strong> feed <strong>horse</strong>s some electrolytes <strong>and</strong><br />

wet hay<br />

� Chance <strong>to</strong> observe <strong>and</strong> examine animals (temperature<br />

check etc.)<br />

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