Problems and solutions to horse transportation - Animal ...
Problems and solutions to horse transportation - Animal ...
Problems and solutions to horse transportation - Animal ...
Create successful ePaper yourself
Turn your PDF publications into a flip-book with our unique Google optimized e-Paper software.
Characteristics <strong>Problems</strong> Solutions<br />
Trailer design<br />
� Properly maintain <strong>and</strong> regularly check the trailer/van <strong>to</strong> avoid<br />
breakdowns <strong>and</strong> accidents<br />
� Solving trailering problems<br />
� Flat, wide ramps covered with straw or rubber mats<br />
� Walk-through trailers<br />
� Adjust lighting before loading<br />
� Overcoming claustrophobic <strong>and</strong> isolation fears<br />
� Windows in the trailer<br />
� Half-height partitions (if possible)<br />
� Big trailers, removed partitions<br />
� Use of mirrors<br />
� Balancing problems<br />
� Tie the <strong>horse</strong> loose enough <strong>to</strong> allow head movement (avoid cross-tying)<br />
� Rear- facing trailers<br />
� Put s<strong>and</strong> on the floor <strong>to</strong> increase friction<br />
30