Equine Travel

The summer months bring plenty of fun activities, with lots to do with your horses and ponies. So whether you are competing or taking part in Pony Club Camp or Riding Club activities it normally means that your equine will have to travel. Travelling in a trailer or lorry can sometimes induce stress which can lead to weight loss, tiredness and a bad, upset temperament. However simple management techniques can help make travelling easier and more enjoyable for your horse or pony and so you can enjoy your event or competition. Top Tips From The Saddlery Shop for Stress-free Travel 1. ) Loading can provide a challenge for some equines so when loading your horse remember to provide a calm, positive environment for your horse to load into his trailer or transport in a quiet, stress free setting. 2.) Always ensure that sufficient forage is supplied on board so your horse does not become hungry, restless and frustrated whilst travelling. The Saddlery Shop offers a range of hay nets, including an extra large smalled holed haynet; perfect for travelling. 3.) Where necessary incorporate a calming supplement into the diet to help keep your equine relaxed. Supplements including magnesium and B vitamins can be beneficial such as Equus Mag-Need and Feedmark Steady Up available from The Saddlery Shop. 4.) Keep your horse protected whilst travelling to negate the risk of accidents and injuries. Boots, bandages, rugs and a poll guard can keep your horse safe, and stop you worrying too! Check out The Saddlery Shop for everything you need for your equine to travel safely. 5.) Always ensure your horse is sufficiently hydrated during and after travelling, on a long journey make several stops to offer your horse water and make sure you remember to give your horse a drink as soon as you arrive at your destination to maintain optimum health and wellbeing, not to mention performance! Following these tips and advice can help to minimise the stress associated with travelling so your horse can arrive at the show fit to perform at his best!