How often you brush your horse's coat depends on what the horse's day of activities looks like. If you're riding your horse, you should brush its coat before and after every ride. Doing so before your ride helps eliminate any dirt between your tack and the horse that might irritate your horse's skin. Brushing after the ride is soothing to your horse's sweaty and itchy skin, and it can remove the dirt and mud that may have accumulated during the ride. As a bonus, many horses enjoy being groomed. Brushing your horse may help boost and maintain your relationship with it, making rides more enjoyable. If you're not riding your horse, you should aim for three grooming sessions a week.