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Horse Grooming Made Easy

Horse Grooming Made Easy

When it comes to equestrian grooming, dry brushing and hoof maintenance should be done every day. One of the most important ways to make this routine easier is to make sure your horse feels comfortable and safe. Here are a few steps you can take to make more enjoyable for both you and your horse.

Often, this starts with first being aware of your mood. If you’re stressed, or if you treat routine grooming as a dreaded chore, your horse might pick up on that tension and perceive you as a threat. If you approach grooming and bathing as a time of bonding, your horse will be more relaxed and cooperative.

The most obvious way to keep your horse calm is avoiding sudden moves that might spook him. Gradually let him get used to your touch, especially when you approach sensitive areas. Pay careful attention to his body language. Be aware of subtle cues that your horse is stressed or is building up tension.

Dry groom your horse, brushing away most of the dirt and debris. Start with the easy parts like the back and sides, then work your way to the more sensitive areas.

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Here’s what you’ll need:

  • Curry Comb
  • Stiff bristle brush
  • Body brush
  • Hoof pick


Step One: Curry CombA curry comb is typically made of rubber. It can be used all over the body, but not on the face or other sensitive areas. Use it to gently exfoliate with a firm, gentle pressure in a circular motion, to loosen and bring any debris out to the surface.

Step Two: Stiff Bristle BrushNext, use a stiff bristle brush (“Dandy brush “) to brush away the dirt, hair, etc. that was loosened by the curry comb. Use a sweeping motion in the direction of the hair growth.

Step Three: Soft BrushUse a soft brush (“body brush”) for sensitive areas like the face, the underside your horse, and the legs. Use the same kind of sweeping motion in the direction of the hair.

Step Four: Hoof PickUse the hoof pick to remove any stones, mud and other debris that collected in the V-shaped “frog” area at the bottom of each foot. Make sure you don’t just grab a leg and start picking away at their hooves. Carefully run your hand down the horse’s leg and then lift the foot.

Step Five: Smooth and De-TangleFinally, brush the mane, tail, and forelock.

Bathing Your HorseDaily horse bathing isn’t necessary, but it should be done periodically.

Here's what you’ll need for your horse bathing kit:


Make sure the hose is long enough to reach all areas of your horse. Make sure the water is at a safe, comfortable temperature. Run it on your own hands until it feels right. Never immediately start hosing down a horse until you have tested the temperature.

As temperatures drop throughout the year, your horse might start developing a thick winter coat. Although this protective layer of hair helps insulate them from the chilly weather, horses are still sensitive to the drop in water temperatures. Gently let them get used to the water flow.

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One way to make your horse more comfortable during the grooming process is using warm water for bathing instead of blasting them with ice-cold water from the tap. While horses might not mind being groomed during the chilly weather, they don’t like cold water any more than we do.

Having a steady source of heated water is also better for groomers. This gives them a better grip on grooming supplies, and for rinsing mud and debris their hands.

Having access to warm water is especially important if you frequently travel with your horse or live in an area prone to natural disasters. A portable hot water system is an easily transportable, cost-effective way to make sure your horse is well-groomed and happy wherever you go.

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