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Categories: Young Rider

First Horse Checklist

Leather halter
Lead rope



Grooming kit
Hoofpick
Rubber curry comb
Metal curry comb
Dandy brush
Body brush
Sponges
Sweat scraper
Shampoo
Fly repellent



Concentrated feed
Hay bales
Treats

Bucket for feed
Bucket for bathing

Saddle
Saddle pad
Girth
Bridle
Bit
Leather soap and conditioner

Shipping boots or padding and bandages

Turnout blanket (if you live in a chilly area)

First aid kit

Helmet
Breeches or well-fitting jeans
Riding boots
Gloves

Current health certificate
Current Coggins test
Dewormer

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