Click on any area of the horse above to view appropriate grooming tips. As a child I would often walk past a neighboring horse farm and was quite amazed at how frequently I would see horses being brushed, combed and fussed over. Though I didn't realize it at the time, these horse owners were performing a very important task for their keep. If you want your horse to have a clean healthy coat, grooming is a daily necessity. Use a rubber currycomb to remove deeply embedded dirt and dust, followed by a soft brush to whisk it away.
Sturdy combs are available for manes and tails.
You'll discover that frequent combing keeps manes and tails manageable, and encourages them to grow strong and full. Each winter your horse grows an extra thick coat that sheds in the spring. Extra grooming is needed at this time of year. Proper hoof care is critical to your horse's health. Use a metal hoof pick to remove stones and debris from the bottom of each hoof before each ride.