Horses For Life

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Essential Grooming Supplies

 

1. Tote - Grooming plus bathing

2. Rubber Curry -Loosens dirt before brushing

3. Stiff Bristled Body Brush - Removes dirt

4. Soft Bristled Body Brush - Finishing brush

5. Soft Bristled Face Brush - Face Only!!!

6. Towel-To remove sweat plus to wipe face if dirt gets on nostrils or near eyes

7. Sheepskin mitt-Finishing Shine

8. Mane and Tail Comb

9. Hoof Pick/Brush

10. Shampoo

11. Two Gallon Bucket - Used while bathing; To mix shampoo and water

12. Scrub Mitt-Scrub in shampoo during bath

13. Equine Mane and Tail Conditioner

14. Green Spot Remover- For light colered coats, removes dirt and manure stains

15. Mane Pull

16. Cooler- To stay warm and dry fast

17. Coat Polish-Do Not put where saddle goes

18. Portable Clippers

19. Fly Spray

20. Bot Fly Knife

21. Blankets

Saddle Fitting

 

1. English Seats are measured from the cantle of the saddle to the screw or rivet on the side of the pommel.

2. Yet Find a saddle that is comftorable, The best way is to test ride a saddle to fit your comfort and your horse.

3. The saddle should lay on his back with three fingers of clearence above his withers.

4. No part of the saddle should actually touch his back.

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