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Company Owner/Driver/Handler
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Marshall Watchinski
I
am a retired veteran over the road truck driver with over 18 years
accident free experience. I gave up the big trucks and
opened Pure Pleasure Horse Transport in March of 2002. I
travel some 125 thousand miles a year now transporting horses from
all corners of the US and Alaska. My experience with horses
goes back to 1968 when I was 18 years old, and when I had my first
Appaloosa. And 37 years later we are still involved with
horses. I think it has always been my calling.
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Marshall's Rig:
I drive a 2004 Dodge 1 ton Diesel truck.
My Trailer is a 2004 Travalong.-24 ft Gooseneck all
aluminum stock with three individual box stalls.. The stalls
measure 8' x 7' with a ceiling height of 7'. Divider
doors between the stalls go floor to ceiling, ensuring optimum
safety.
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Marshall's Feedback
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I recently purchased my first horse and the breeder
highly recommended Marshall with Pure Pleasure Horse Farm as the
best and safest transport of my colt from Missouri to San Diego . I
was 100% satisfied with the safe trip and the daily phone contact of
his destinations and often 2 times a day, I was called. And, I am
still in contact with Marshal as I seek my second horse and
horse-related questions. Marshall is a highly experienced horseman
and I want to sincerely thank him and his company for the exemplary
service he provides and I would use his company for any animal
transport without hesitation. A baby horse needs special handling
when being transported and it was provided. Thank you again,
Marshall .
Regards,
Ron K,
San Diego
On Arrival
Getting to know everyone
and LOVE at first sight!
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 Dear
Marshall,
I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the superior
service you gave to me and my Welsh Cob mare, Annie in hauling her
from Arkansas to California! I moved from Arkansas to California in
June 2007 and left my horse in the care of my best friend.
To make a long story short, Annie developed acute laminitis as a
result of constant delays and no communication from the first
transporter I hired. I had to put off transport for 12 wks. and did
not know what I was going to do or who I could trust to get her to
California. After extensive research on the internet, I came accross
Pure Pleasure Horse Transport. I can say that you have the best,
most informative site online. You cover all of your bases, which
made me confident that you were professional and experienced.
I appreciated your patience with me and my many questions. At no
time did I feel like I was just another customer, you made me feel
like my horse was as important as any of the horses you have on your
ranch. You always returned my emails and phone calls in a very
timely manner.
Tragically, my dear friend who was keeping Annie suddenly passed
away 5 days before the pick up. You were so kind and even offered to
bring my little mare up to your ranch if neccessary. Thank you for
taking control of the situation, loading my horse and contacting me
on a very regular basis during the trip. I was completely at ease
and did not have a moment of worry with Annie in your hands.
Annie arrived in California in a beautiful trailer in her own box
stall with shavings, water and plenty of hay. The trailer and all
the equipment was super clean and in perfect condition. Annie hopped
off the trailer looking like she had been on for about 30 minutes,
not through 6 states! In fact, you said when she got off that you
thought she would jump right back in... and she did!!! For a horse
that had only been trailered a very few times in her life and had
prior loading problems, she was perfectly at ease! Thank you for
giving my girl a fantastic ride. She was in perfect condition with
no signs of lameness or sourness.
Annie is happy, relaxed and soaking up the sun here in California!
She had no side effects of trailering across half of the U.S. and
had plenty of energy to get in the arena the next day to run and
buck.
Thank you again and if I ever need another horse hauled over a long
distance, I will be calling you!
God Bless you and your family,
Susan B.
Ride To Walk, Lincoln, CA
February 2008
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This is "Heartbreaker"
( Picture courtesy of
Wendover Farm )
The first Danish bred
Connemara Stallion ever to enter the US.
From Wendover Farm:
Thank you Marshall and Jeff for bringing my Connemara colt from New
Burgh , NY to New Haven, Mo. Jeff was very careful and concerned
about his long journey and I can't tell you how much I appreciate
his professional handling of Heartbreaker... As always its a
PLEASURE to do business with your company and I will continue to
recommend you to my friends.
Sincerely,
Wendy Arbuszewski
www.wendoverfarm.com
From
Marshall: He was purchased by Wendover Farms in Missouri and
was flown in from Germany.. He then continued his trip from New York
to Missouri. He was an awesome passenger, extremely well
behaved and level headed. Congratulations Wendy.
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December 2007: Here are some pics of a German Riding Pony I
picked up in New York and delivered to Wendover Farms in New Haven
MO.
Her sire is in Germany and she is one of only two fillies by this
stallion in all of the US and Canada
What a gorgeous girl!
You want me to step up there? ..... Okay!?!
Oh, this is neat, lots of room.
Oh, it comes with food, too!!!!!
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Hi Marshall!
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for the outstanding
service you provided when bringing my Warmblood mare from CA to WI.
She arrived safe, happy and very well adjusted from her long trip. I
appreciate the attention to detail you gave her, from giving meds to
making sure she had a blanket if need be. I also sincerely
appreciate your OUTSTANDING communication with me for the duration
of the trip, prior to, during and afterward.
This is my second time using Pure Pleasure transport, and it was
indeed a pleasure both times.
Many thanks, and I look forward to using your company for any future
shipping needs I may have
Tracy
Six Pound Farm
Burlington, WI
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November 14, 2007
Marshall,
My Dad and I would like to Thank you both for the great job you two
did on transporting Misty.
My Dad and his wife were very frustrated with the transporter that
they thought they had, they kept them
hanging for over a month every week they kept telling them it would
be this week and it never happened.
Then I felt their frustration and I started to search the web and
found that I could contact all transporters by filling out a form,
So I did that and within 15 minutes Kim call me and gave a pick up
date and a delivery date and a price. She was very nice and
professional. I told her to let me call my Dad and I would get right
back to her. I called my dad right away and we decided to book you.
My Dad called Kim and made all the arrangements and we were both
relieved.
Marshall picked Misty up as planned He kept me informed on his time
of arrival and how Misty was doing. Marshall also gave me his cell
number so I could call anytime during transporting our mare. I was a
little concerned about Misty, She is a 22 year old mare. But my Dad
and I were very confident with Marshall.
When Marshall picked up Misty at my Dad’s , we thought he would have
a hard time loading her, She is not an easy horse to get on the
trailer. My Dad told me Marshall had a gentle touch and patience
with Misty, She went on after four try’s. Marshall did not use any
hard forceful ways. His experience with horses showed as he handled
her.
After Marshall had her loaded he called me with time of arrival and
let me know that I could call anytime if I wanted. He was very nice
and easy to talk to. The trip from Hudson Florida to Rolla Missouri
is quite a distance and I was nervous again about Misty’s age.
Marshall drove straight through with a few short naps.
He checked on Misty every three to four hours and you could tell
when they arrived in Missouri they were buddies Marshall handed me a
pack of sugar cookies and he said here She likes these we ate them
together at one of the stops. I laughed and right then I felt he
spent time with her. When he open the trailer door I was amazed the
trailer was clean Misty was standing in clean shavings and She was
very calm. The trip was long and quick for both of them.
Marshall , you and Kim deserve recognition and if I can help in
anyway, please feel free to contact me and use this letter for
reference.
Thank you both for a job well done,
Cedar 3 Ranch
Levi and Beverly L.
Rolla, Missouri
Martin and Mickey R.
Hudson, Florida
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Dear Marshall:
We want to thank you very much for your time and
patience with Luca getting her loaded and make her trip as
comfortable as possible. We can really see the difference.
She has been doing great and enjoying her new
surroundings. She really was not stressed out.
Thanks again for bring her to us, we will surely
recommend your services.
Vicki and Denver P from Spring City, TN |
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Hey
Marshall,
I just want
to thank you so much for the wonderful job you did hauling my new
mare from Montana to Utah. Through ice and snow, you kept me posted
and brought her safely through to me. This was my first time using a
Hauling Company and I am using you again for another mare coming
from the same place. I feel so confident in your "horse savvy" and
driving expertise. You let me call you as often as I wanted
while you were in route and never made me feel like I was a major
worry wart. Tawnee arrived in perfect condition, calm as a cucumber.
You have taken the anxiety out of having horses transported! Thanks
again for the wonderful service. See you soon with my 2nd little gal
from Montana.
Teri, Utah
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Marshall,
Just wanted
to tell you how nicely all worked out dealing with your van service.
I received a call when my mare was dropped off yesterday from your
driver, who is a terrific guy, and all very helpful and
professional.
I will
certainly be seeking you out in future any time I need horses moved
about, and as well recommend you to my friends.
Thanks, Jill ( in Illinois )
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With a name like "Outlaw" you would expect to deliver him a a rough
looking cowboy. NOT the case here. Outlaw traveled
with us from North Carolina to Arkansas and was a surprise for Emma.
As you can see, she was just a little Happy !
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 Marshall,
We have the utmost confidence in Pure Pleasure Transport and you..
As a repeat customer, we are totally satisfied. And as for you,
well, your the greatest. You treated our horses as if they were your
own; this speaks volumes about your character. Our horses have
traveled many miles with you to get to the West Coast and have
always arrived in excellent condition. Thank-you for a stellar job.
Take care...The Cox Family
From
Marshall at Pure Pleasure:
We also
deliver Birthday Gifts and can keep secrets !
Sonny , an absolutely gorgeous spotted saddle horse was a surprise
birthday present from his wife Tina ... delivered from Kentucky to
California
Happy Birthday Larry...
We hope you and Sonny have a great time together .
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Marshall,
I wanted to give you a heartfelt thank you for the wonderful care
your company gave my babies! They are safe and sound at their
destination, and I couldn't be happier! The man you had on the haul
( Jerry ) was so friendly, and seemed to genuinely care for the
babies, and he could be depended on to call me morning and night to
let me know how things were going. I really appreciate all your
efforts, and your willing to work with me even when I was changing
things and going through so much on this end. If I ever need
transport again, or know anyone who does, you will be the first to
know. Angie
( This customer had 10 pmu babies transported from ND to NM )
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  Hi
Marshall,
I just wanted to Thank-You again for bring our Lacey home. After a
year and a half wait, we wanted nothing but the best for our mule as
she made the trip from IL to FL. You can't imagine the excitement
both my husband and I felt as she walked off the trailer in perfect
condition and with a calm disposition. Your expert and gentle care,
along with the incredible communication made the trip very easy for
both Lacey and us. Definitely, when we move from FL to CA, you will
be the transport we will use. THANK-YOU!! Julie in Fl
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Hi
I just wanted to say thank you for the last horse that you
transported for me. That was very nice of you to ship him down so
quickly before Christmas. I appreciate your tact in dealing with the
possibility of a second horse.
The sellers also sent me a note mentioning that they were very
impressed with your service. Clean, professional and good with the
horses were mentioned in their note.
Thank you again. I know my husband hopes it will be a while, but
I'll be sure to call you guys for the next horse I need shipped.
Jennifer
www.draftymanor.com
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My name is Darla Nassif the
Gaittrainer. I live and love to work in Three Forks Montana at
Mountain Magic Ranch where we raise and train the most beautiful
well-trained Mountain horses in the world!
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met Marshall Watchinski two years ago when he delivered a Stallion
from Georgia to Montana for us. I was so impressed with the
condition of my horse and Marshall’s nature so we started using his
transport services for all of our horse business and we have a lot!
Marshall is very detail
oriented, kind, willing, service minded and experienced with
horses. His drivers all meet his very stringent requirements and I
highly recommend Pure Pleasure Transport to all of my clients and
anyone needing horse transport services.
Please feel free to call or
email me if you have any questions at all:
gaittrainer@aol.com. Darla Nassif
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Dear Marshall We finally got internet and e-mail and being
a gal of my word just wanted to drop y'all a line. I have to say
Marshal transported my 3 horses, ages 13, 8 and 4 from New
Bloomfield, MO to D'Hanis, TX and there wasn't a hair out of place
on any of my horses when they were delivered. He did an absolute
fantastic job with my prized possions. The horses arrived in
excellent shape, hydrated without any problems what so ever. Marshal
was just an all around professional hauling my guys and didn't mind
all the phone calls while in route. He even off loaded my hay!!
Marshal's fee was worth every cent and his rig is top notch!! When
he says he treats your horses like they were his own he means every
single word of it. Without hesitation I would use Pure Pleasure
Horse Transports again and would with out a doubt recommend him to
my "horsey" friends. Marshal and Kim have a way above average
business ethics and truly love horses.
Thanks again for such a wonderful job and making the move of almost
1000 miles less stressful.
Happy Trails
Shell and Chris
D'Hanis, Texas
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Thank YOU for delivering our baby in such good condition, and not
traumatized. She was worth all the effort; she is really something
special.
Mary in AZ
A guest of Pure Pleasure Horse Transport in 2004 - traveled by
Ohio to Arizona. Marshall is introducing the filly to her new
family on arrival in AZ. This filly is a registered Morgan.
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Dear Pure Pleasure Horse Transport
I just wanted to drop you a line and tell you how appreciative I was
for your services hauling my POA mare from Kingman KS to Lancaster
CA. I had never engaged the services of horse transporters before
and really didnt know what to expect. I had just gotten burned by
another transport company who had stollen my deposit and quickly
closed up shop, so I was more then a little "leary". I realize many
folks write compliments, but I have to tell you I was very impressed
with your professional attitude and "can do" spirit. Marshall
dispite the phone problems was very understanding. My mare arrived
in fantastic shape and although it was a long trip, arrived
refreshed and ready to meet the rest of her new family. I dont know
that I will ever need to make a long haul like this again, but it is
so comforting to know you are out there willing to go that "extra
mile" for both horse
and owner.
Thanks alot to Marshall and your wonderful
company!! Elaine C.
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We have used
more haulers than I can count over the past few years as we were in
the buying and selling business for awhile. I have never had a
hauler give my horse half of a trailer and not tie her in like
Gerald did. It made it so much nicer for Foxie. I actually had other
haulers asking if she would be ok in cross-ties for the entire trip!
NOT! How miserable would that be! You provided the very best service
possible and thought of Foxie's comfort the entire time and I, as
well as the prior owner, appreciate that more than you know. The
people at the barn where Gerald picked up Foxie were very impressed
with your service and were very relieved we had decided to go with
your company!
Take care and may you have many more success stories!
Very Sincerely,
Kathy R.
UPDATE/FOLLOW UP: Hi! You guys are
awesome! Foxie is going great and is well rested and hydrated. We'll
use you again if I need a hauler! Gerald is such a nice man and
called me twice a day to keep me posted on status.
Take care and thanks again so very much! You
are a lifesaver!
Sincerely, Kathy R.
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Just a note to
thank you for taking such good care of "Jack" - he is
adjusting very well - he will be a companion to a blind
horse. I very much appreciate the care that you gave
him and I will certainly recommend your transport service to
others.
Connie H.
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again you did a great job bringing my sweet little Inshallah to
me. Especially since she is still recovering from the leg
surgery. She arrived in excellent condition and has had no
trip or stress related problems. Thanks, Melissa
PS
Here are some updated pics of Inshallah and Sue
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We would like to thank you
for considering our company
and look forward to serving your equine transport needs in the
future!
Pure
Pleasure Horse Transport
a division
of Pure Pleasure Horse Farm, LLC.
Marshall Watchinski
Owensville, Missouri.
office 573-437-3113
mobile 573-259-3547
fax 573-437-4213
email
pphtransport@yahoo.com
Website designed & maintained by Missy
Pugh
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