Sending a horse away for training can be pretty stressful, especially if you don?t know what to send with him Fortunately, it does not need to be all that bad Sending a horse away for training can be pretty stressful, especially if you don?t know what to send with him. Fortunately, it does not need to be all that bad. With some planning ahead, and smart packing, your horse will soon be off to school, and you can relax and know that he?s all packed. Feed If your horse is on a special feed, you may want to keep him on it while away. Ask the trainer what they usually feed, and ask if you can send your own. Some trainers will give a discount on their board if you supply your own feed, so be sure to ask up front. Pack your feed in a large plastic garbage bin with a lid that seals. The ones with wheels work the best as they are easy to move around, even when full. You can use a permanent marker on the lid to write your horse?s name and how much feed he gets. Include a scoop so that the m