Horses in Transit Sign

The Horses In Transit Sign is designed to clearly inform other road users that horses are being transported within a vehicle or trailer. Displaying a highly visible message helps make following drivers and other road users aware that live animals are on board and encourages them to allow additional space and exercise greater care around the transport vehicle.

Suitable for horseboxes, horse trailers, equestrian transport vehicles and other vehicles used for transporting horses, this sign is ideal for private horse owners, equestrian centres, riding schools, livery yards, competition riders, breeders and professional horse transport operators.

Horses can be sensitive to sudden movement, excessive noise and abrupt changes in vehicle speed. Drivers transporting horses may therefore need to accelerate, brake and negotiate corners more gradually than other vehicles. Clearly displaying a Horses In Transit Sign can help other motorists understand why the vehicle may be travelling cautiously or leaving additional stopping distance.

The sign can also encourage following vehicles to maintain a suitable distance and avoid unnecessary aggressive driving or sudden manoeuvres around the horsebox or trailer. Giving the transport vehicle additional space can contribute to a smoother journey and help reduce unnecessary stress for the animals being carried.

A Horses In Transit Sign is particularly useful when travelling to equestrian competitions, shows, veterinary appointments, training facilities, riding events or when moving horses between yards and grazing locations. It provides a simple and easily understood way of informing other road users that the vehicle is carrying live animals.

The sign may also provide useful information when a horsebox or trailer is temporarily stationary at an event, equestrian facility or other location, helping staff and visitors recognise that horses may be present within or around the vehicle and that additional care may be required.

Horses In Transit signage should complement appropriate animal transport practices and should not obstruct vehicle lights, registration plates, windows or other legally required markings. Drivers remain responsible for ensuring horses are transported safely and that the vehicle or trailer is suitable for the journey and animals being carried.

Manufactured from durable, high quality materials with excellent print clarity and visibility, the Horses In Transit Sign provides a professional and practical solution for horseboxes, trailers and equestrian transport vehicles. It helps improve awareness among other road users, encourages considerate driving and clearly identifies vehicles carrying horses.

Materials available for this product

Self Adhesive Vinyl Sticker

Description:

A self adhesive vinyl plus other stuff in here too

Thickness:

95 micron

Fixing Options:

Self Adhesive

1mm Rigid

Description:

1mm Rigid PVC plastic full descritption

Thickness:

900 micron

Fixing Options:

Can be screwed or glued

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