Facts about grooming a horse

Horses are one of the most fragile and sensitive animals on the planet, so the owners of these animals have to pay close attention to their maintenance. Horses should be brushed regularly to keep their skin and coat clean and healthy. If you haven’t had a chance to brush a horse before, the following tips may help.

You must accustom your horse to the practice of grooming from an early age; Otherwise, it will be very difficult for you to take care of it as the horse may become frightened or even violent. There is no need to rush your horse to get used to brushing; take one step at a time and show him that you are his friend by petting him and giving him treats. After a while, you’ll be able to brush your horse’s entire body without startling it.

The materials you use must be of very good quality, so you must buy them in specialized stores. If you use poor quality materials, you will not get the same results and your horse’s mane, tail and skin could be injured. The utensils you will need are: a sponge, a mitten, a comb, a brush and a helmet catcher.

You start by applying the special shampoo to your horse’s back with the help of the sponge. Then, you gently massage it with the grooming mitt to remove dead hair and let new one grow.

Pay special attention to the mane and tail because the hair is longer in these areas of the body and they get dirty. Once you have soaked the mane and tail with water, you should untangle the braids with the help of a wide tooth comb. Don’t be afraid to use scissors and cut hair that is too tangled. After the mane and tail are perfectly clean and combed, you can braid them to make them neat.

With the help of the hoof cleaner you will clean the horse’s legs of the dust or small stones that usually accumulate there. To finish your job, use the brush to groom the hair on the horse’s back, then cover it with a blanket to keep it warm and safe.

If you care about your horse’s health, you’ll do your best to groom it once a week and keep it covered in horse blankets most of the time. The great love that these animals give in return is worth every effort you make to care for them.