Safe Travels

Some of our herd are headed South this Winter for fun and Foxhunting camaraderie in warmer climes, which inspired me to dust off my "just in case" trailering supplies and First Aid list. No, I'm not going, just living vicariously. Got a good list or suggestion? Share it here.

For the trailer:

Spare tire\tire iron

3 emergency triangles\flares

chocks

flashlight

tarp

duct tape

electrical tape

knife or bandage scissors for cutting ropes in emergency

water

bucket\sponge

spare halter and lead rope

fire extinguisher

WD-40

broom\fork\shovel\manure disposal bags

insect spray for bees and wasps

Most states require that you carry a Coggins and health certificate.

In case of an accident, keep emergency contact and related information for you and your horses in a very visible place. Home numbers, destination numbers, medical conditions, etc. Simple instructions for horse handling are helpful too, in case rescuers are not horsepeople.

Emergency First Aid Kit (Equine)

Roll Cotton - 2 rolls

Roll Gauze -- 4 rolls (4" or 6")

Gauze squares

Disposable Diapers (great bandages)

Clean standing bandages - 2 quilt or fleece with outer wraps

Vet Wrap -- 2-4 rolls

Adhesive Tape (vet wrap may work better if you need to take it off!)

24" section of 6" PVC pipe, split in half lengthwise -- this makes a good splint. Check that the diameter fits your horse

Sticky roll bandage -- Elastikon

Thermometer

Stethoscope

Mosquito forceps (hemostat-like tweezer with handle)

scissors

twitch

antiseptic soap/Betadine/Hibiclens

hydrogen peroxide

Antibacterial Ointment -- Furazone

Antibacterial Topical (ointment, spray, etc.)

Saline for irrigating wounds/eyes

Irrigation/piston syringe

Oral dosing syringe

Bute paste

Banamine Granules or paste

bucket

water -- 10 gallons or more

Calming paste

Hoof boot

If needing horse accommodations along the way, be sure to check www.horsetrip.com

The Hawkins Guide: Equine Emergencies on the Road by James Hamilton and Neva Sheve has more ideas about travel, stress, pre-trip preparation. Equispirit Trailer seems to be the main source for the book. www.equispirit.com, 877-575-1771.

For the Truck:

red flag for antenna

registration and proof of insurance for tow vehicle and trailer

jumper cables

tool kit

spare belts and hoses

tow chain

Cell phone and\or CB

replacement fuses

road atlas

work gloves

portable air compressor

extra cash (HA!) and credit cards

Shipping, in case extra help needed:

even if not in your area of need, they might be able to provide a good referral:

Equine Express

Tony Zarcone 845-742-1483

Morrissey’s Horse Pullmans (Old Friends has used them)

www.wehaulhorses.com (Double S Horse Transport)

www.equinelimousine.com (expensive but good)

www.majos-stall.com/hauling.html (Majo County)

All American Transport 800-982-2208

Tom Roundtree 254-396-3633

B&D Horse Transport

Alex Nichols Horse Transport

Happy Trails