Make your Horse Travelling a Breeze with These Simple Checks and Planning
Having transport or hiring the same will offer you as well as your horse access to different activities which you may not be capable of taking pleasure of from beach rides, competitions to new hacking routes and more. It is however easy to take it for granted thereby forgetting how unnatural the travel will be and also the prospective risks involved. With some simple checks along with some forward-planning, your journey with your horse will turn into a breeze.
Tips to Consider
- Travel Wardrobe- The truth is for the horse to balance at the time of traveling can be tricky which can increase the danger of scrapes and bumps. Thus, it is essential that the horse wears well-fitting clothing to safeguard their health and body.
- Bandages or Travel Boots- This will support and protect the legs of the horse. When you choose a bandage to ensure it is put on by an expert. Remember if the bandage is too tight it can damage the horse’s leg and if it is too lose it can create a hazard. Boots, by comparison, are easier and quicker to put on, yet the horse can slip if it fails to fit accurately. A horse that does not like to wear travel boots or for a young horse it is good to consider brushing and overreach boots for protecting his legs. Knee boots and hock can also offer extra protection.
A leather or field-safe head collar will be safer compared to the usual synthetic one as during emergency it is easier to cut or break through. For longer journeys such as taking part in Pimlico Horse Race, fit your horse with a good tail guard. Use a poll guard for protecting his head if he panics within an enclosed space or is a nervous traveler.
More Tips to Consider
If your horse is new to traveling or racing, take it out on short practice drives before taking him for the final race. It will provide you with an idea regarding how the horse travels. The best part it will teach the horse that racing does not indicate a stressful experience. In case of a long race let the horse rest and give him some water to avoid dehydration. If the horse is reluctant to drink water add some apple juice in the water or provide slushy, wet feed like soaked sugar beet.
A horse is a trickle feeder that needs fiber to enter the digestive system to maintain the digestive health. Also, do not forget the emergency checklist. During a breakdown or an accident, there are some items which you need to be ready with. It includes many things but especially the first-aid kit is important here.
Emergencies can take place at any time, so you need to be thoroughly prepared for every form of eventuality. Ensure that your phone is charged fully so in case of help you can reach someone. Be assured these tips will make your horse traveling a breeze. All the Best!!!
Remember to take things slowly. Animals may have a hard time to understand, but practice runs are good, taking a step or two at a time, prepare in advance, and do not be in a hurry, as stress is bad for everyone when traveling. Eye contact. Acknowledgement.
So true about the bandages! New boots can really blister, more than once I wish I’d remembered one.
I enjoyed reading your blog. Thanks so much for sharing.
Yes, new boots can be brutal! Thanks for the info, I enjoyed reading!
I’ve always wanted to ride a horse, but never had the opportunity to ride except once when I was five (but I was too scared then). They’re such majestic creatures. 🙂
Awesome tips. I love traveling. I’ll have to share these tips with some friends who can use em.
Awesome! Thanks for the very useful tips
My best friend is interested in buying her first horse. I’m gonna share this with her!
New shoes = blisters, sometimes I forget to use my Band-Aid Friction Blister Block Stick.
Great Blog post!
These are some great tips! As you said, having your cell phone charged (and an extra charger) is so important!
Interesting and good information. Thanks!
Our neighbors have beautiful horses and I’ve developed a special love for them.
Great tips thank you I wish I could ride more I love it
Thanks for all the tips!
Thanks for the tips. I will share this with a family member.
I always prefer my old faithful boots. They are broken in and so comfortable, but I know they don’t last forever and when it is time to retire them and break in an new pair I will be sad.