About livestock transport
For the convenience of moving cattle to the trailer is used a special ramp or lifting part of the rear side.
Livestock semitrailer is not a usual vehicle, so it must be equipped with all the necessary technologies for comfortable transportation of animals
Livestock semitrailers must be equipped with lighting, heating and air conditioning system, as well as automatic drinking bowls, windows and walls in a special finish, which eliminates the risk of injury to animals, as well as special equipment that allows you to record the condition of animals during their transportation.
Usually, a cattle truck has two to three floors (in some cases four or more floors), the movement of which is ensured by the hydraulic system.
Livestock transportation conditions
The conditions for transporting live animals depend on many factors, such as the type of animal, age, state of health, etc. Veterinary service controls transportation of animals . To determine animal’s health status, identify the presence of diseases, carry out allergy tests, vaccinate and prevent the threat of epizootics transported livestock has to undergo veterinary and sanitary treatment and preparation.
Vehicles for transporting animals must comply with the necessary rules. Animals need to be fed and watered during transportation, and periodic stops should be organized in specially equipped standing places so that the animals rest. Different types of animals have their own characteristics during transportation. Joint transport of cattle and other animals is not allowed. The transport of live pigs requires special temperature conditions because the animals are very sensitive to high temperatures. for this, it is necessary to maintain a moderate temperature in the vehicle, regularly carry out ventilation. When transporting sheep, hot or cold weather should be avoided.
Our company has many years of experience in livestock transportation, so all of the rules and conditions are followed during all the transportations.