Grooming

How to Train a Horse's Mane

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May 21, 2020

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For most disciplines, the horse’s mane should fall on the right side of the neck. However, a mane might have a mind of its own and prefer to be on the left side, or maybe on both sides. I have always found that the best way to train a mane to lie flat on one side is to braid it and leave those braids in for a few days, or up to a week if possible.

7 Ways to Beat Equine Beauty Bummers

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August 7, 2015

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“My grey horse is so covered with manure stains he looks like a pinto... My horse’s tail rubbing habit has left him with almost no tail and a big bald patch at the base of the tail... My horse’s mane is getting too long but he won’t let me pull it.” These are just a few examples of the most popular grooming complaints grumbled about by horse owners with increasing frequency and frustration as show season looms closer and closer.

Developing the Sport Horse: The Importance of Hydration

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August 20, 2014

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As we move through the height of our summer competition season, it is not uncommon to have multiple days of severe heat and humidity - the days when you sweat while standing still.

Tools of the Trade: What's in Your Horse Grooming Kit?

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August 28, 2013

There are several tools that are commonly used when grooming a horse. Proper use and technique helps to ensure the horse remains comfortable during the grooming process, and allows for greater ease in cleaning the animal.

Braid and Band Your Horse's Mane Like a Professional

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March 21, 2013

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Braiding and banding can be done in a way that has both a professional quality as well as appearance. Following are some ideas that have helped me in my struggle over the years to braid and band with some success.

How to Make Your Horse's Coat Shine

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December 27, 2012

By Jessica R. Morgan - A beautiful coat starts with what is on the inside of your horse. No amount of grooming will make your horse look beautiful if he isn't getting the proper nutrition.

What You Need for a Perfect Mane

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December 20, 2012

By Marcus Koll - Keeping your horse's mane looking its best isn't something to leave until the day before a show. Clipping and trimming a little each week will result in a better finish, a healthier mane, and a happier horse.

9 Grooming Tips for Health and Beauty

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November 20, 2012

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For horse people, nothing is more beautiful than a horse with a gleaming, dappled coat and a freely flowing mane and tail. Creating such a look is not impossible, but does require some effort. Following are nine tips for making your horse both eye-catching and the picture of health, all year round.

How to Feed for Brilliant Coat Shine

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November 7, 2012

By Dr. Nerida Richards, PhD - There is nothing more pleasing to a horse owner's eye than a brilliant, shiny coat. And aside from looking great, a shiny coat also indicates the horse is healthy inside and out. The question is: how do you make your horse shine? It is really quite easy if you follow these simple steps.