#TRAILERING
SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: Horse Trailering Checklist
Show season and trail riding season are in full swing in the Northern Hemisphere. Are you and your horse ready to travel? Here are some handy horse trailing checklists: (more…)
Trailering Young Horses: The Dos and Don’ts
Early trailering can set the tone for how a horse hauls for much of its life. Therefore, it’s helpful to provide positive early experiences. Here are six dos and four don’ts for trailering young horses.
Mythbuster Monday: The Heavier Horse Should Be Loaded on the Driver’s Side of a Bumper Pull
On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Should the heavier horse always be loaded on the driver’s side of a bumper pull trailer?
6 Reasons Your Horse Needs to Load on a Trailer
Even though it’s a dreaded task for most, there are times a horse really needs to load on a trailer — without drama, without fuss, and just because you asked. Here are six of those reasons. (more…)
Red Mare vs. Horsefly
Horseflies are a real pain in the you-know-what… until they aren’t.
Any Time You Haul a Horse, You Know You’re In For an Adventure
Why do these things always happen while you’re hauling a trailer?
AQHA Responds to ELD Mandate
The Department of Transportation’s announced 90-day waiver of pending Electronic Logging Device (ELD) requirements that would affect horse haulers has mobilized the horse and livestock industry to request a delay and closer examination.
Electronic Logging Devices & CMVs: What New Regulations Mean For Horse Owners
Social media has been abuzz today with concern from horse owners over upcoming regulations requiring commercial motor vehicles to carry electronic logging devices starting in December. Here’s what you need to know.
New Technology For Trailering Will Blow Your Mind
And also make you feel old: “Back in MY day, we had to back up our trailers the OLD-FASHIONED way!”
Hitting the Road? Check These 10 Trailer Points
Hauling your precious cargo this summer? Karlie Mitchell has a few reminders. (more…)
Trailering: When the manure hits the fan
Whether you’re a white-knuckle nube or a trailering pro, everybody can use a refresher course in how to prevent and, worst case scenario, be prepared for breakdowns. Laura Cox reports. (more…)