Author Topic: Horse trailer? (Read 2209 times)

Helencus · « **on:** August 29, 2010, 12:40:29 pm »

Hi probably been asked before but are you allowed to transport pigs in a horse trailer? I thought I heard not but can't be sure.

HappyHippy · « **Reply #1 on:** August 29, 2010, 03:04:34 pm »

Hiya,
It's my understanding that as long as you can completely wash out and disinfect the trailer that it's okay - but if it's going to an abbetoir it would be best to talk to them direct.
HTH
Karen x

Eve · « **Reply #2 on:** August 29, 2010, 03:08:47 pm »

Should be fine for the pigs, but will the horses not be afraid of going into the trailer afterwards? Some are petrified of pigs, though it seems to be the sight rather than smell of them.

Eve

Helencus · « **Reply #3 on:** August 29, 2010, 06:30:30 pm »

Thanks both my horses are fine with the pigs. Were a bit freaked out for first few days but are great mates now. I'll check with the local abatoir as would rather not have to buy another trailer. Thanks

sabrina · « **Reply #4 on:** August 29, 2010, 06:42:37 pm »

Thats what I use and never had any problems

Helencus · « **Reply #5 on:** August 29, 2010, 08:37:30 pm »

Thanks Sabrina

daniellestocks · « **Reply #6 on:** August 29, 2010, 09:20:12 pm »

Make sure you check with the abattoir first! Alot wont allow it due to no back gates to stop escaping etc, and its a definite no for market too
Danielle x