I'm a hands-on horse owner who pays the bills on our show horses, and I'm also a consumer. N.J. Dutta shipped the stallion, along with rider Michelle Gibson and Peron's groom, gratis, to assist this rider in her bid to qualify for the U.S. Equestrian Team. Because Peron was shipped as a competition horse, not a breeding stallion, he was able to go through quarantine in 40 hours. She walked him, she took care of his leg wraps, and she made sure he was in good health. Veterinary Care Equine practitioners maintain the horse's well-being before departure, during transit, and after arrival.
Veterinarians process a great deal of paperwork associated with the horse's transport.
This professional has to warrant that the horse is fit to travel. During the quarantine period, he or she inspects the horse. Prior to releasing the horse from quar-antine and loading it for transport, the veterinarian signs forms that certify the extent of the horse's veterinary care and stable management. At the airport's holding area, USDA veterinarians receive the horse. These endorsing federal veterinarians review paperwork and supervise the horse until it is loaded onto the aircraft.