We have been super busy this past month getting ready for our big migration from CO to CA. Moving 3 dogs and 6 horses and all of our stuff is quite a task!
Probably the most daunting part of this adventure is making sure that the horses are comfortable loading into the trailer and won't panic once we start driving them.
We have hired a commercial hauler who has an excellent reputation. Don't worry...we will be loading the horses ourselves and following along behind the trailer the whole way :)
Here is an example of the REAL pony limo the herd will be traveling in-it's like a barn on wheels! Everyone will have a big roomy box stall and they will all be able to see their buddies :)
Kirsi Kesaniemi, our pony trainer, has done an incredible job bringing everyone along. Just 6 weeks ago nobody had been in a trailer in years-and most of them were very frightened when they arrived here 4 years ago. Trailering is a very very scary event for horses. Who knew?
Anyway-I have been practicing loading the ponies and desensitizing them to the trailer in between Kirsi's training sessions. She has done such a great job that it has made trailer loading look easy!
I probably won't update again until we are in CA...wish us luck!
9 comments:
Safe travels for all of you, the trailer looks superb, far better than some motor homes or caravans here.Good to know they will have good stalls, and you will be following. Hope your new home will be all you want, need and dream for . Closer to family,they will so benefit from that.Take care, you leave so many memories, but they will always be in your hearts.fond greetings from Jean
Sue...nobody does it better! I love you and Whit for all your patience and caring.
Can't wait to hear from you when you get there. Onward to your new slice of heaven. The people moving into your place must be thrilled too.
Big smooches from Skoog Farm.
Good luck!! Hope everyone travels good and arrives safely!! Can't wait to see the new place too!!
Safe journey, friend. You've done your homework - that's a huge help. Looking forward to an update after you are all settled.
Sorry we missed your May post, so belated Happy Birthday to Snappie. Hope Bear is staying seizure free and makes the trip in good health. Same for all the rest of you. Can't wait to see pics of everyone safely settled in CA! Have a safe trip.
Jed & Abby
Good luck and travel safe!
That is quite the coach those ponies are traveling in! That would make me feel so much less worried than a trailer. Looks like you've been working hard to make things run smoothly. I can't wait to see and hear about the new place.
Here are hopes that all will be OK with Bear, and for this to happen when you are all set to move, a huge blow.But staying is the best decision, with a vet that knows everyone, the best treatment , and for you both a little more time in your beautiful place. Cheers from Jean
Just wanted to say hello and let you know we're thinking of you.
Hope all is well and that the trip to CA was uneventful.
How is Bear?
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