You and your horse have worked hard all winter. He’s fit, you’re confident, and you’re ready to go to a horse show. But there are a few things to take care of before you go through the ingate.
Don’t let all your hard training get hidden behind an improper turnout. Good show grooming puts the polish on your performance and helps you stand out (in a good way!) from the competition. In these videos, experts show you how to make yourself and your horse look like a blue-ribbon team every time.
English Show Grooming
Western Show Grooming
How to Do Your Hair for a Horse Show
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