In Moselle, a veterinary assistant goes to work on horseback to cope with the soaring price of gasoline

It was necessary to circulate differently. Since the arrival of the beautiful days of spring in Moselle, Justine Florentin, veterinary assistant, has been going from her home in Kerprich-aux-Bois to her work with her mare. After the meteoric rise in fuel prices since the start of the war in Ukraine, the idea of ​​changing the means of transport came naturally to the young woman.

“When we saw the increase in diesel, I first thought of taking an electric bike. But looking at the route that leads to my work, I said to myself why not take my horse” explains the rider. Over 8 kilometers of distance, the veterinary assistant enjoys a 45-minute ride, compared to 8 minutes by car, through fields and forests. A situation that still delights Justineas well as his faithful steed Tempette, and the passers-by or drivers of Sarrebourgsurprised to see a horse in the middle of town.

The carbon footprint of the veterinary auxiliary has thus remained very low since the beginning of spring. Daily expenses are limited to buying food for your horse, its maintenance and possible care in the event of injury or illness.

But of course, the virtues of this horseback ride go far beyond the ecological aspect. “I’m basically happy on horseback… I love my job and I love going to work with my mare, what more could you ask for?”