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Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Trailer & Equine Transportation

Family owned Blue Ridge Trailers educates the customer

RUCKERSVILLE, Va.--Blue Ridge Trailers is a family-owned business, and Donna and Rob Martin found their way into the trailer business largely due to Donna’s lifelong relationship with horses.

Blue Ridge 1Our Sales philosophy – We make sales by Educating the Customer

SOME THINGS OTHER DEALERS MAY NOT TELL YOU?

• The problem with newer, taller trucks and older gooseneck trailers.

• How Composite flooring has revolutionized livestock comfort and ease of use for the trailer owner, quieter cooler and less road vibratiion for the animals.

• Misunderstanding about towing capacity of many SUVs and most smaller trucks.

Blue Ridge 2How to make sure you have as much venation in your horse/livestock trailer for the comport of the horses, and why it is important.

• Difference between and slant and straight load trailer, and how to choose the right fit for your horses/ponies.

• How side unload ramp trailer reduces the inherent anxiety experienced by horses when asked to back off a trailer ramp or step up.

• Why the height and width of the trailer make a different to larger horses?

• How to compare the construction of different Manufacturer’s trailers.

Blue Ridge3What are the annual maintenance items you should have them check on your trailer that is not included in a state inspection.

For more information about any of the subject or any other questions you may have, please call the office and talk to one of our educated sales or service staff.

9932 SEMINOLE TRAIL, RUCKERSVILLE VA 22968/

For more information call 1 434 985 4151,or go to www.blueridgetrailer.com.

Shetron Trailer Sales & Service is revolutionizing the industry (2)

SHIPPENSBURG, Pa.--Shetron Manufacturing, DBA Shetron Trailer Sales & Service is revolutionizing the industry by providing top-quality services for trailers at prices customers can afford.

Shetron bigWe also modify and repair any brand name trailer, from minor repairs to add on ramps, hay pods and hay racks, Ac units, etc.

Shetron Trailer Sales and Service also sells a full line of custom state-of-the-art gooseneck and bumper pull aluminum trailers for horses, livestock and cargo, as well as specialty application fabricated by Shetron Manufacturing here in Shippensburg, Pa..

Plus.....Shetron takes pride in producing these high-quality units at/or below other competing aluminum trailers in the marketplace.

Shetron 2See our 2-horse "Sport" model w/Dressing Room, our "Elite 2-horse model with 4 foot dressing room, and our "Econo Sport" model.

Ask about custom-built living quarters trailers and visit our website to see many more options for sale at www.shetronmanufacturing.com or Phone: 717-422-3446.

Shetron 3Shetron Auction and Equipment holds a farm and equipment auction the last Wednesday of every month.

For more information about our auctions, please go to www.shetronequipment.com.

Paul Congelosi, in business 30 years, can help you buy the right trailer to take to the shows

MONTGOMERY, N.Y.--Driving onto the lot here at Paul Congelosi Trailer Sales can be quite an experience.

ConelosiAs you walk in, you can see our 18,000 sq. ft. facility and 300+ trailer inventory.

We believe that buying a trailer, especially a horse trailer, is a long term investment.

There are many different trailer manufacturers and many different dealers across the US, but we believe that our commitment to long term service sets us apart.

There are a few questions to answer as you consider your needs for a new or pre-owned horse trailer.

How many horses do you want to haul? Do you prefer a straight load or a slant load? Might a stock trailer do the trick for you?

Paul Congelosi Trailer Sales has been in business for over 30 years, and over this time we have gained the knowledge to help lead you in the right direction.

Congelosi 2However, before you decide on a trailer, you have to learn what works for you and your horses!

When you’re ready for your next purchase, come see us!

Congelosi 2You won’t encounter a pushy sales experience; you’ll meet with an experienced and knowledgeable staff that will have you and your horses best interests in mind!

Give Paul Congelosi Trailer Sales a call at (888)310-2246 or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Happy trailering!

Fly First Class with Horseflight

“Horseflight was founded on the idea that we could provide a personalized experience for every client, differentiating us from the competition.

flight 1Our clients are an extension of our team, and we treat their horses as if they are our own,” stated Emil Spadone (owner) when he was asked why someone would choose to transport their horse with Horseflight.

Emil, along with co-owner Seth Vallhonrat, have over 50 years of combined experience importing and exporting horses.

They established Horseflight with a solid understanding of the transport industry and knew exactly where they wanted to improve the process for their clients.

Flight 2From left to right - Devon Kaminsky, Seth Vallhonrat, Natasha Williams, Emil Spadone, Nicole Judd, Maria RodriguezA competent team is one of the key aspects necessary to maintain a smooth operation.

Each employee at Horseflight has years of equine experience.

Areas of expertise range from professional riders, grooms, barn managers, trainers, and ground shippers, so clients can rest easy, knowing that their horse is being handled by seasoned horsemen.

Flight 3In addition to professional experience, Horseflight employees have also earned degrees in business management, equine science, and equine business management, guaranteeing that the administrative side of the travel process runs efficiently.

It is Horseflight’s motto that when you fly with them, you Fly First Class.

Each and every aspect of the transportation process is fully customizable, aiming to create a safe, easy process for both horse and customer.

Horseflight 4So, when you are ready to transport your horse, just pick up the phone and call +1-844-832-5848.

Horseflight will handle the rest.

Frank DiBella deluxe horse vans have provided 40+ years of quality

POTTSTOWN, Pa.--For over 40 years Frank DiBella has supplied the horse community with deluxe horse vans and trailers.

DiBella 1Our large inventory consists of new and used 12 to15 horse trailers and vans.

We also build custom horse transportation solutions for personal and commercial applications.

We have sold vans and trailers around the world and know what it takes to provide excellence to our customers.

Frank Dibella started selling race horses and hunter-jumpers in his early 20's.

DiBella 2He made frequent shipping trips across the country in a 1960's International six horse van and transported many horses back to eastern Pennsylvania to sell.

With transporting so many horses over so many thousands of miles, Frank gained hands on knowledge of the horse transportation industry.

His focus now has evolved from selling horses to selling horse vans.

Di Bella 3Their facility is located in Pottstown in Chester County, Pa., and is one of the largest horse trailer service centers, which allows them to keep all of their work in house for guaranteed quality control.

Their managers cover all parts of the job and make sure that no shortcut is taken.

When you buy a DiBella, you are buying quality and peace of mind.

Please feel free to stop by our facility at 39 Sheridan Lane, Pottstown, PA 19464, call 610-495-2270 or visit our website at www.frandibella.com

The Horse of Delaware Valley-The Team

Editor: Sara Cavanagh
Target Market Publications
newshorse@aol.com
610-793-1964

Advertising Director: Ginny Jenkins 
ginny.jenkins@hotmail.com
For information please call:
610-873-4042

Assistant Advertising/Sales Manager: Emilie Brady
bradye13@gmail.com

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