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Security.
With theft on the increase there are several ways to keep both your horse and equipment safe:
• Get your horse or pony freeze marked with a unique number branded on the neck or back; or get your farrier to brand your postcode on your horse's hooves, although this will of course grow out in time.
• Microchip your horse - your vet will advise you on this. The advantages of microchipping are that it leaves no external marks, is permanent and chips can be read at sales.
• Photograph your horse from different angles, with particular attention to distinctive marks.
• Chain and padlock both the latch and the hinge end of your gates.
• Do not leave head collars on your horse or pony.
• Mark your tack and equipment with your postcode. Some tack shops will be able to mark your tack for you with security marking tools.
• Secure your horse trailer or horsebox with wheel clamps.
• Insure your horse, tack and trailers for theft.
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