Cleaning brushes and other grooming tools is not a chore most horse owners think about often. It's all too easy to use them and toss them back in the grooming tote without giving them another thought. But dirty brushes...
Photos by Lesley WardA good collection of grooming tools and a lot of elbow grease will serve most of your horse-grooming needs, but when preparing for competition, photo shoots or other special occasions, soap and water are essential. Here...
Proper preparation is one of the keys to creating the perfect image. The camera captures everything in minute detail, so you need to be sure that those details are just right.
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With winter drawing near, your horse has probably begun to sprout a thick, fluffy coat in preparation for the cooler days ahead. But if you live in a warm climate or plan to keep your horse in full training...
Video: How to Tie a Safety Release Knot
Master this essential skill to keep your horse tied safely.
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Grooming essentials you need to know, from everyday maintenance to horse show preparation.
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Grooming is a multi-faceted aspect of horse ownership that keeps your equine friend happy, healthy and looking good. You groom as a part of your horse’s daily and seasonal care, to primp for a show, or to strengthen the...
Whether you’re 9 or 49, you probably still enjoy playing My Pretty Pony with your horse. You can have fun grooming your horse by using some of the creative grooming products available.
For example, if your horse’s mane needs help...
As modern day horse owners, we have to budget our income so we can afford a horse, and then we have to budget our time so we can squeeze in as many minutes as possible at the barn. Unfortunately,...
Q: I have a 23-year-old Morgan gelding. He gets agitated and skittish at the sight or sound of a hose, especially if it’s on. I would love to give him a bath, but I fear for his safety and...
