Horse ownership involves many different tasks—some fun and others a little tedious. Some jobs are easy, while others involve back-breaking labor. And then there are those important duties that we just would rather not speak of, particularly in mixed company. Sheath cleaning is probably No. 1 on that list.

**For the full article, pick up the March 2007 issue of HORSE ILLUSTRATED.**

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