Tame That Mane

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How can I groom my horse's mane?

Tame That Mane

Horse grooming is essential for your horse's health. Keeping your horse groomed will keep the coat looking shiny and lustrous. Grooming can also bring to your attention potential diseases and ailments that your pet may be suffering from (infection, injuries, skin conditions).

Careful grooming removes loose hair and dirt and pulls natural oils to the surface of the animal's coat—this will make it appear shiny and healthy. But, the mane can be tricky business. Before grooming the mane, spray it with a detangler. Once the detangler has set into the hair, work through it with a plastic grooming comb—do not pull out any hair in the process. Then, using a a stiff body brush, work the mane from underneath. Finish off the job by running through the mane off with a soft brush.

   

Comments

5/17/2007 10:31:29 AM
Stefani said:

If you want to ensure that your horse's mane and tail will be full and healthy, never use a comb or brush on it unless you are planning to pull out hair. (As in mane pulling...). Simply use your fingers to detangle the mane and tail strand by strand. It takes a little longer but the results are just so much better.




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