Horse Grooming

How to Clean a Horse's Hoof

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Cleaning the horse's hooves should be a regular grooming habit for all riders. You should clean a horse's hooves before and after riding. While cleaning, look for lodged rocks, packed dirt and any health concerns... more »

How to Clean a Horse's Hooves

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Even if you don't have time to fully groom your horse every day, you should always make time to pick out or clean his hooves daily. Something as simple as a small rock, or as dangerous as a piece of glass, can find its way into your horse's hoof. ... more »

How to French Braid Horse Hair

By Juliet Myfanwy Johnson

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Once you learn how to French braid a horse's tail, you'll be able to French braid on a person's head, a horse's mane, and any other head of hair you come across that needs French braiding. It's a matter of practice, and getting used to holding ... more »

How to get your horse ready for winter

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The cold season is starting and you are planning to keep your horse outdoors? Confused about whether to blanket him or how to keep him best conditioned for the cold weather? Hands off... and relax. Preparing your horse for winter is easier ... more »

How to Groom a Horse

By BridgettB

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This is how to groom a horse where they are the cleanest... more »

How to Read a Horse's Face and Body Language

By LaurieBee81

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Just like your human friends, your equine companion has moods and bad days. Unlike your human friends, your horse weighs upwards of 1000 lbs. and could easily and unintentionally hurt you in his irritated or frenzied moments. Here's a checklist ... more »

How to treat a Horse's Chestnuts

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Chestnuts are horny growths on the insides of your horse's front and hind legs. They serve no real purpose, but if left untreated can look unsightly... more »

How to Wash a Horse

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Washing a horse helps keep its coat clean... more »

How to Care for a Horse in a Pasture

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Keeping a horse out in pasture is the best and most natural way to keep a horse, but there are several natural and man-made conditions that you must be aware of and protect your horse from... more »

How to Clean Your Saddle

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Cleaning your tack properly every couple of months will keep it looking good and in good working condition for years... more »

How to Clip a Horse for a Show

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Getting your horse prepared for a show takes a lot of time. From riding, training and exercising to grooming, feeding and cleaning, it often takes days or weeks to fully prepare for a show. To get your horse looking his best, clip him to define ... more »

How to French Braid Horse Hair

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In this article, you'll learn how to create beautiful, show-worthy braids for you horses' mane and tail... more »

How to Groom a Horse

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Grooming a horse not only helps to keep him clean, but is a good time to bond as well as to do a quick check-up on your animal... more »

How to Groom Your Horse for an English Show

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Putting a spit-shine on your horse will not only make the judge take notice, but perfect turnout can give you the confidence necessary to put in a stellar riding performance... more »

How to Massage a Horse

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When you give your horse a massage, you're helping to relax its body and its brain. You are also helping to increase the horse's blood circulation, releasing tension and toning its muscles. Each time you brush and curry your horse, you are using ... more »

How to Properly Wrap a Horse's Leg

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Wrapping a horse's leg can reduce simple swelling, which is called "stocking up." It can also hold a wound dressing in place, reduce bleeding and provide support for injured structures. But used incorrectly, wrapping can damage fragile tendons... more »

How to Remove Stains from Your Gray Horse's Coat

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If you own a gray horse, you know how frustrating stains can be - especially when they occur just before a show. You can reduce or even eliminate those stains, however, with these simple tips... more »

How to Structure a Group Horseback Riding Lesson

By LaurieBee81

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Group riding lessons are often the most practical and cost-efficient for students and instructors alike. They also provide valuable experience in observing arena etiquette and anticipating the behavior of other riders and horses nearby. And of ... more »

How to Take Care of Your Horse's Hooves

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It's best to have your horse trimmed and shod every six to eight weeks, in addition to picking your horse's hoofs daily to remove dirt and debris. Here are some more things to consider when caring for your horse's hoofs... more »

How to Braid a Horse's Tail

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Braiding or plaiting your horse's tail gives a clean, professional look, prevents tangling and is often preferred or even required in the show ring. Allow yourself at least 30 minutes to braid your horse's tail. It may take a little longer until ... more »

How to Buy a Horse Grooming Kit

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A well-stocked horse-grooming kit is essential for every rider... more »

How to Clean Your Horse's Ears

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Horses' ears do not normally need to be washed. But when mud or flies get in the ears, follow a few basics to ensure the well-being of the horse... more »

How to Fit Your Horse's Bit

By LaurieBee81

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How awful might you feel if you learned that a horse you assumed to be disobedient and willful under-saddle was actually crying out for relief from the pain of his bit? An ill-fitting bit can cause a horse suffering in the very sensitive mouth ... more »

How to get your horse in show shape

By ellenmwoods

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Are you going to be hitting the local show circut? Maybe you are just going to a schooling show at your barn. Here are some tips to get your horse in "show shape"... more »

How to Saddle a Horse

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Saddling your horse takes just a few minutes but is a very important part of the pre-ride preparation... more »

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