Equine · 5 min read
The horse grooming kit that actually gets used
Six tools cover daily grooming for most horses. What each one does and the order to use them.
By WORKING ACRE Field Desk · Updated
Key takeaways
- Curry, hard brush, soft brush, hoof pick, mane comb, sponge.
- Work from coarse to fine.
- Pick hooves before and after every ride.
/ The grooming order
- 01Curry combCircular strokes lift dirt and loose hair.
- 02Hard brushFlick the dirt away with the hair.
- 03Soft brushFace, legs and a final polish.
- 04Hoof pickHeel to toe, check for stones.
- 05Mane and tailDetangle from the bottom up.
/ Horse care routine
| Frequency | Tasks |
|---|---|
| Daily | Pick feet, check water and hay, look for swelling or heat on legs |
| Weekly | Clean tack and buckets, check fly gear and blankets |
| Every 6-8 weeks | Farrier visit |
| Yearly | Dental check, vaccinations, fecal egg count as advised |
/ Frequently asked
How often should I groom?+
Daily for stabled or ridden horses; a few times a week for horses on pasture.