Grooming Farm Animals

How to Clean Your Horse’s Hooves

By Julia Fuller

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It is very important to clean your horse’s hooves out on a regular basis. Some people do it everyday, some once a week. Horses can pick up stones that become stuck in the crevices. If you do not remove the stones, they can cause your horse to ... more »

How to Shed Your Shetland Pony Using the Furminator

By Julia Fuller

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If you own a Shetland pony then you already know what the winter coat looks like. Nothing compares with the amount of hair that comes off one of these ponies in the springtime. In the past, we have always used the trustworthy shedding blade to ... more »

How to Become a Horse Groom

By eHow Pets Editor

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If you a horse lover looking for an interesting career opportunity, you might want to consider becoming a horse groom. A horse groom takes care of horses, not just grooming, but feeding and general maintenance as well. Sometimes called stable ... more »

How to Groom a Horse

By eHow Pets Editor

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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 a Miniature Horse

By eHow Pets Editor

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A miniature horse is just like its regular-sized relatives. Like a regularly-sized horse, the miniature horse requires regular grooming and care. Many of the grooming principles of normal horses can be applied to grooming a miniature horse. Read ... more »

How to Outfit a Livestock Grooming Box

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Start a basic grooming box to take with you to shows. Add items as needed... more »

How to Trim a Pig's Hooves

By eHow Pets Editor

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When a pig's hooves become overgrown they can cripple him over time. A pig should have his hooves trimmed from an early age so he gets used to it and it isn't a battle. The foot of a pig consists of two primary toe and two dew claws. The toes are ... more »

How to Wash a Horse

By eHow Pets Editor

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

How to Brand Cattle

By eHow Pets Editor

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Branding cattle is a practical and cost effective way to identify your cattle. A recognizable, registered brand keeps cattle thieves at bay and is instrumental in proving ownership. Here are suggestions to follow when branding your cattle for ... more »

How to Buy a Horse Grooming Kit

By eHow Pets Editor

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

How to Clean Your Saddle

By eHow Pets Editor

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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 French Braid Horse Hair

By Juliet Johnson 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 French Braid Horse Hair

By Juliet Johnson 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 Prepare a 4-H Pig for Show

By eHow Pets Editor

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Work with your pig a few weeks before the show to save your animal from excess stress during the event... more »

How to Shear Sheep

By eHow Pets Editor

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Shearing a sheep is like getting a hair cut. Some sheep farmers shear their own sheep, while others hire professional shearers to do it for them. Sheep are sheared once a year, and experienced sheep shearers are quick and efficient. A good sheep ... more »

How to Show 4-H Chickens

By eHow Pets Editor

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Preparing to show your chickens begins from the first day you receive your chicks (see Related eHows: "How to Purchase Chicks," "Raise Baby Chicks" and "Care for Chickens")... more »

How to Braid Your Horse's Tail

By Juliet Johnson Johnson

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Braiding is a relaxing way to spend time with your horse out of the saddle. As you fool with his tail, watch your horse slowly doze and fall asleep.You two can bond over the activity. Who doesn't like a little preening? Whether you're getting ... more »

How to Care for a Horse in a Stable

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Choosing and maintaining your horse's stall are important parts of providing your horse with proper care. Most important, you have to make sure the horse gets adequate food, water and exercise. Read on to fully understand the needs of a stabled ... more »

How to Groom Your Lamb for the Show Ring

By naggingdilemma

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You have spent the entire summer working with your market lamb. You’ve monitored its feeding program. You’ve carefully worked on a fitness program for optimal muscle development. In a few days, at the lamb’s final weigh in, it will not only be ... more »

How to start a rabbitry

By CodysRabbitCave

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Here I will talk about what you will need to know regarding starting your own rabbitry. I am in hopes that this will help those that do not live close to us. Please practice responsible breeding... more »

How to Trim Goat Hooves

By eHow Pets Editor

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Keeping your goat's hooves trimmed and clean will prevent disease and crippling. To trim hooves, you will need shears, a pocketknife, a rasp and a hoof pick... more »

How to Braid Your Horse's Mane

By Juliet Johnson Johnson

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Whether you're preparing to be in a parade, heading to the show ring or just fooling around on a rainy day in the barn, there are several ways to braid your horse's mane. You could try one nice long French Braid, or use many little individual ... more »

How to Shave Your Goat for Show

By eHow Pets Editor

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All cleaning and shaving of your goat can be done at home before the show. It is best to shave your goat a few days before the show to allow that "just cut" look to grow out... more »

How to Bathe a Market Chicken

By naggingdilemma

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Poultry is a popular choice when parents are trying to decide on a 4-H project for their children. It doesn’t take a great deal of space to raise a market chicken. A market chicken can be raised in a much shorter space of time then other 4-H ... more »

How to Groom Alpacas

By eHow Pets Editor

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Alpacas are an easy animal to groom. Strictly speaking, alpacas don't even require much grooming at all. Unlike horses, you shouldn't wash or brush their fleece because it will damage the fiber, but there are other things you can do regularly to ... more »

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