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Since the trailer mentioned is a 2 horse trailer, my one suggestion is, that
if the only way for you to get in and out of the trailer is through the main
door / ramp, to use caution that when you open the door, the horse does not
decide to be waiting to try to jump out on you. I have a 4 horse trailer,
that I have removed the first divider, so I can let the horse ride loose in
the first two spots, with a divider keeping him from going to the back part
of the trailer. I do this also for weight and balance, as I like the horse
to ride towards the front, or over the axle on my bumper pull trailer.

Take the horse for a few short rides turned loose, and see if they seem to
be comfortable. Mine found they could turn around rather quickly, and
usually faced backwards.

Also, I hauled with a water bucket about 1/2 full, hanging in the trailer,
with a block of wood in it. The wood kept the splash factor down. But I
really like to give very wet beet pulp mashes, starting days ahead to keep
they well hydrated, and those guts moving.

Have a safe trip.

Jonni



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