November 24, 2006, Newsletter Issue #92: What about a kit for horses?

Tip of the Week

Large animals like horses present a whole set of problems of their own. Most of the time, when a disaster happens, livestock or horses, are generally evacuated to special boarding facilities or specially designated areas. You should have the names, phone numbers, and locations of these facilities well ahead of time.

Most of these facilities will provide feed, water and bedding for the evacuated animals but you may wish to bring your own or suppliment with special feeds like grain or treats.

You should have at the ready in a bag or container:

A ziplock or other plastic sealable bag with a copy of brand certificates, registrations papers, current health certificates, immunization papers, owners´ contact information (name, address, phone number)

A sturdy halter and lead-line ( I always used a lunge-line which can be used latter to help in exercising the horse. This is a personal preference.)

Shipping boots (which protect legs from injury during trailering)

A blanket

Brush,curry comb, hoof pick (It helps to relax a horse by brushing and grooming him.

A small first-aid kit including any special-needs medications he is taking.

A small container of treats ( help in diverting
attention)

All of the items I have listed should be able to fit into a small plastic trash container with a sealable lid. These are convenient and can be used as feed or water containers. They are sturdy and easy to lift and handle. They keep all items together and will fit in the horse trailer or back of a car or truck with ease. Keep a list of what is inside in a plastic cover and tape to the outside of the container. Replace anything that is used and rotate perishables as needed.

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