Transport

Horses safely from A to B: papers, breaks, costs, transporters.

Latest articles

Long-Distance Horse Transport: Watering, Travel Duration, and Rest Periods under EU Law
Transport · 6 October 2026
Eight hours is the basic limit. Longer journeys are subject to specific conditions. Find out about the watering intervals and rest periods for unregistered domestic equids, and the special rules for foals, rail, and sea transport.
Selling a Horse Outside the EU: Tests, Quarantine, and Where to Get Binding Information
Transport · 4 October 2026
Within the EU, a passport, health certificate, and TRACES are sufficient. However, once your horse leaves the Union, the destination country dictates the rules, and these can change. We'll cover which examinations are frequently required, how quarantine works, and where to obtain truly binding information.
Cross-Border Horse Transport: Paperwork, Haulers, and Liability in Case of Damage
Transport · 4 October 2026
Transporting a horse across an internal EU border requires an equine passport, an animal health certificate, and a TRACES entry. Equally important is your choice of hauler, as legal liability only covers a fraction of a valuable horse's worth.
Loading Your Horse: Avoiding Stress and Training Safely
Transport · 30 September 2026
Loading training works best in short, calm steps. Preparation, the right equipment, and knowing your horse's limits are key.