What is a Horse Groom
or Horse Specialist?

The front line person in horse care on a day-to-day basis is the horse groom. The key prerequisites for a person in this position is the love of horses and an ability to relate to animals. Horses, much like children, need regular attention and this caretaker of sorts is the one to see to the needs of the horse.

Among the responsibilities of someone in this capacity are feeding, grooming, mucking stalls, and exercising the horse. They monitor the horse for signs of stress or changes in behavior of demeanor. They also follow up on medical recommendations and maintains contact with the veterinarian regarding health concerns.

These horse specialists know their horses well and recognize any problems that arise. They maintain communication with a variety of people, including the owner, stable staff, veterinarians, farriers, and other owners.

Horse specialists are employed in a variety of settings including stables, ranches, individual owners, horse farms, riding schools, humane societies, or race courses. The horse groom is a source of stability and a calming presence for the animal during horse transportation.


What is the Purpose of a Flying Horse Specialist?

Traveling or flying horse specialists accompany horses on international moves. Horse safety is of paramount importance during flight and the specialist attends to the needs of the horse during flight, ensuring the security and well-being of the horse. These attendants are also very observant of changes in the mood or temperament of the horse. They calm the excited, stressed, or anxious horse and provides basic medical attention as needed.


Why do I Need Someone to Fly With my Horse?

Horse safety is the number one concern during horse transportation. Long distance flights are stressful and traveling horses are no exception. Someone to accompany the horse sees to their every need in transit and provides the necessary attention. This person is available to calm the horse should the horse become unruly or agitated. Utilizing the flying groom ensures that your horse arrives safely and healthy and is ready for show or competition upon arrival.


How do I Find a Qualified Horse Groom?

World Pet Travel provides licensed and experienced grooms to accompany the animals during horse transportation. The horse specialists provided by World Pet Travel are well equipped to handle any problems that may arise and are skilled professionals in horse care, horse transportation, horse safety, and international moves.




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