Uncle Oscar's Towing Basics

Your nag is a big investment, both financially and emotionally. Transporting a horse by trailer is more than simply getting the horse into the trailer and going. You need to ensure the horse’s safety and comfort. Plan your trip and route in advance so that you take the smoothest roads in the least amount of traffic.

Uncle Oscar recommends driving as if there were a full cup of hot coffee on the dashboard of your truck. That means making smooth take-offs, stops and cornering so you don’t throw the horse off balance.

If you're traveling a long distance, stop every four
hours to give your horse a break. Let him drop his head
to the ground (if he's been tied) and supply up plenty
of hay and fresh water.

If you're hauling your horse by himself in a two-horse
straight-load, always put him on the driver's side (left side). It helps balance the trailer on crowened roads (roads that slop to the shoulder)

If you are hauling more than one horse, put the fatter one on the driver's side.

Also, invest in one or more books about horse trailering. They give good advice and tips to ensure successful trips. Among the titles: The Complete Guide to Buying, Maintaining and Servicing a Horse Trailer by Neva Kittrel Scheve and Thomas G. Scheve; Hawkings Guide 1995: Horse Trailering on the Road; and Trailering Your Horse: A Visual Guide to Safe Training and Traveling by Cherry Hill.(Uncle Oscar don't make a penny whichever book you get).

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Uncle Oscar has been around horses all his life from early beginnings in Southwest Missouri. His down-home philosophy and tips have helped many people through the years. You can send him email at Uncle Oscar

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