[header] How to transport a horse [title] Set up the trailer. [step] Make sure that your trailer is correctly fitted and secured to your towing vehicle is well suited to towing the weight. Run a total safety check, including brake lights, tire pressure and the amount of gas in your tank. 
Make sure that a cell phone, horse's legal and medical documents and a map or directions are in the towing vehicle. Always be prepared for problems that might occur.