We provide both local, and long-distance transportation, all along the entire East Coast of the United States.
Our primary runs are from the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states into and out of Kentucky. We have frequent runs from the Lexington/Louisville area into, and out, of the Carolinas. We can also transport your horses to or from Florida to any of these locations. In addition to our long-haul tractor trailers we also have 6 horse vans, as well as pickup trucks with gooseneck trailers for local vanning around the tri-state area. Our well maintained, air ride trailers will keep your horses comfortable and happy throughout their trip.
The majority of our trips utilize two drivers. These drivers are screened for drug or alcohol use prior to employment and randomly tested thereafter by an outside source. They are required to meet rigorous standards put forth both by our company, the USDOT, as well as our insurance company. Every driver is required to have at least three years’ experience driving a tractor trailer and most of our drivers have 20+ years behind the wheel. They are required to keep logbooks and not allowed to drive more than 14 hours in one day or more than 70 hours in an eight-day period.
We can accommodate your horse in a box stall or a stall and a half (cross tied in a stall – usually standing next to another horse) These stalls are half the width of the trailer and approximately 7 ft long. A box stall is generally 8 ft x 8 ft and encompasses the full width of the trailer.
Long distance trips now have cameras installed in the trailers to keep drivers aware of any potential issues. The trucks generally stop every four to five hours to provide water to the horses and check on their well-being. This stop also gives the horses an opportunity to rest without vibration of the vehicle on their legs and body. Water buckets can also be hung in box stalls if preferred. Hay nets are hung for your horse or can be ground fed if the horse is in a box stall. Hay will be provided, or you are welcome to supply your own. Stalls are bedded with clean wheat straw, or shavings can be placed if preferred. Every trailer is steam cleaned and disinfected after each trip to maintain the health and safety of all occupants.
We proudly participate in a Cargo Insurance program offered by the National Horse Carriers Association.
Kentucky Agent: Thom Peavy (859) 983-2473 mobile
Virginia Agent: Summers Thomas (703) 338-1431 mobile