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3 Handy Accessories for Your Horse Trailer

Nov. 24 2022 Buying Guide By Connecticut Trailers & Powersports

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Even the most expensive horse trailer can benefit from some customizations to keep animals safer and more comfortable during transit. That’s why many trailer owners prefer installing aftermarket accessories for their horse trailers before they start traveling more frequently. Here are a few to get you started.

1. A Water Tank

We often recommend that our customers invest in a good quality water tank for their horse trailer. Ideally, get a size that can hold enough water for the animals inside your rig and help them stay hydrated and comfortable when traveling to your destination. Once your trip is over, you can use the water to clean up your vehicle and refill fresh water before your next excursion.

2. A Trailer Tie

Many horse trailer owners install elevated trailer ties, especially those who frequently go on camping trips or to animal shows. We suggest you get a few for your trailer and enjoy peace of mind traveling with your animals.

You can use trailer ties to keep your horses attached to your rig when taking mid-journey breaks or arriving at your destination. Your animals can graze freely, while you can rest easy knowing they won’t wander off.

3. Hydraulic or Jiffy Jack

Finally, you want a hydraulic or jiffy jack in your horse trailer to help handle any emergencies. Flat tires aren’t uncommon, but they can be annoying. Avoid the hassle and stress of getting stranded on the road and causing your livestock to become panicked by having this essential tool onboard your rig.

A jack can help raise and stabilize your trailer while you can quickly replace your tire. Hydraulic jacks can handle heavier payloads but need you to get your animals out of the vehicle before using it. Conversely, a jiffy jack lets you lift your trailer with your horses inside with no issue.

Although you can install various other accessories, you can start with these. If you need more ideas or want to upgrade your horse trailer to the latest model, visit Connecticut Trailers. We proudly serve Bolton & Hartford County, CT, and Springfield, MA, so stop by today.