Horse Trailer Accessories

Check any horse trailer accessories store or web site and it is easy to become overwhelmed by the vast array of products available. There are a number of considerations to keep in mind when deciding which products to choose. First and foremost, you need to make sure that you and your horse can travel in safety. Other considerations include horse comfort, convenience, available space, and cost.

Essential Horse Trailer Accessories

Making sure your trailer is safe, both on and off the road, are vitally important. A well stocked tool kit, jumper cables, a spare tire and jack for both your vehicle and trailer, chock blocks to keep your trailer in place when parked, a towing chain, flares, and a cell phone and/or CB radio will all go a long way to keep you ready for any emergency.

Your horse also needs to be protected and comfortable while travelling. A well stocked first aid kit for both people and horses tops the list of essentials. Cotton leg wraps or shipping boots keep legs protected from bumps and bruises. Hay nets or corner feeders and a large container of fresh water will keep your horse properly nourished. Carrying an extra lunge line, lead rope, and halter is always a good idea in case your horse gets loose for any reason. An extra blanket or sheet for sudden weather changes and a bucket with a sponge or cloth will be needed for cooling your horse down after travelling in a hot trailer.

Horse trailer accessories that help keep the trailer clean include a broom, shovel, pitchfork, and manure disposal bags. Chains, hooks, and ties keep any loose items in place.

It is also extremely important to have all your paperwork organized. A notebook or organizer for all of your maps, directions, phone numbers, health papers, reservation confirmations, and any other paperwork required for travel ensures that all your important information is in one easy to find place.

You will also need appropriate hooks and racks for your tack and attire.

Additional Horse Trailer Accessories

The following accessories can greatly increase comfort and convenience for you and your horse, and make your trailer easier to care for. Consider cost and add the following items as your need dictates and your budget allows.

Caddies or organizers for grooming and cleaning supplies, whips, and other loose items all help to keep everything you need in order and easily within reach. Other helpful items include chairs, steps, foldable wheelbarrows, unbreakable mirrors, and seat covers.

Pads for the sides of the trailer can help protect your horse from bumps and bruises, and rubber matting for the bottom of the trailer can protect against excessive vibration.

Other miscellaneous horse trailer accessories include items ranging from purely decorative, such as decals, paint, and license plate holders, to items that can make your trailer safer and easier to maintain, such as reflector strips, window screens, and hitch and tire covers. Higher end items include monitoring systems that help you keep an eye on your four-footed friends while driving, or help you get a better view when lining up the trailer to the hitch.

These guidelines for choosing horse trailer accessories will help get you and your horse from one place to another safely and comfortably.