The newcomer: Mercedes-Benz GLS The Mercedes-Benz GLS is massive, luxurious, and more than capable of towing a horse trailer to a three-day event. Can you tow a trailer with a Mercedes? Most Mercedes-Benz models can be used to tow a trailer without any problems. This is because the engineers take Read more…
Horses that paw while cross tied typically do so because they’re anxious or full of pent up energy. They paw the ground or misbehave because they’re anticipating being taken out of the stall and having to work or sweat. How do you stop a horse from pawing in cross ties? Read more…
In the event of an accident, an all-aluminum trailer may not offer the same level of protection as a steel trailer. While aluminum trailers will not rust, aluminum is prone to corrode, especially when doused in horse urine and manure, according to the Horse Journal. What is the safest horse Read more…
To back the horse out of the trailer, you want to walk into the trailer beside him, making sure he sees you and knows you are there. Standing at the horse’s shoulder, cue him to move backward. Encourage him to step all the way out and not jump back into Read more…
In a straight load trailer, the horses stand next to each other and face the front of the trailer. Space is created when horses are standing in a trailer at an angle that you can use for storage, such as tack rooms, your emergency kit, or whatever suits your needs Read more…
Annual trailer maintenance typically consists of re-packing the wheel bearings. Inspection and adjustment of the horse trailer braking system. Charging or replacement of the emergency trailer brake control battery and components. Inspection of the coupler, safety chains and hooks. How often should you do trailer maintenance? Just like your vehicle, Read more…
If urine, manure, moisture and salt have corroded a metal (or aluminum) floor, it MUST be replaced, no question. For wood plank floors, individual boards can be replaced as necessary. If there is rot on the top, but not on the bottom of a board, replace it because you already Read more…
It measures 52″ x 82″ x 64″ (W x L x W). While these dimensions fit the small LQ of most 7′ wide horse trailers, we can also custom manufacture any size you need. The height is usually an odd size as well. The most common thicknesses range from around Read more…
6 Best Horse Trailers with Living Quarters Cimarron Norstar 4-Horse Trailer. Cimarron Norstar Horse Trailer – Image courtesy of Cimarron Trailers. Equine Motorcoach Horse Trailer with Hay Pod. Platinum Coach Outlaw. Featherlite Country Estate Villa. Sundowner Special Edition Series. Trail Boss Custom Living Quarters. What type of horse trailer is Read more…
For trailers that receive heavy, daily use (such as commercial or plant) it is recommended that a service is carried out once every 6 months or so. Where trailers receive less frequent or prolonged use an annual service is usually sufficient. How often do I need to service my trailer? Read more…