![]() ![]() Here are the most common different types of body clips: Hunter Clip Trace Clip Full body clip Blanketing Basics We have different types of body clips to fit the type of horse and their training schedule. We body clip our show horses and horses in consistent work in the winter because their thick coat is slow to dry, and it can’t keep a horse warm in this matted state, leaving the horse vulnerable to chills that lead can to illness. Voila! You now have yourself a beautifully groomed horse! Types of body clips Finish by wiping your horse’s eyes and nostrils with a clean rag.The best way to work with the tail is to untangle it by hand – never rip out tangles! Start at the bottom of the tail and works your way up, very gently Brush the mane flat – if the horse’s mane doesn’t stay on once side, it can be put into braids to tame.Clean the horse’s face with a face brush – Cat really enjoys the rubber grooming mitt on her face, too.Check for burrs, cuts and skin irritations Use a sub brush or a dandy brush for your horse’s legs – paying attention to their heels and behind the fetlocks.Then, go over your horse with a body brush – same as above.Use your dandy brush and brush the horse’s entire body in the direction the hair grows.Pick up a curry comb and curry your horse in large circles – thoroughly loosen dirt on each area before moving on.Crosstie your horse and start by picking their feet – feet should ALWAYS be picked out both before and after riding.Start with a dry horse and clean brushes (I wash mine out once a week with Ivory soap).Cat loves every second of it and what’s not to love than a happy horse? So, where do we begin? Right here: I don’t know about you guys, but grooming is honestly my favorite part about being Cat’s mom. ![]() But, a good, thorough grooming takes approximately 45 minutes and is recommended to be done after you ride as your horses pores are still open which allows the natural coat oils to be distributed. Quartering means that you give the horse a 15 minute grooming that includes picking his feet, the removal of surface dirt from the horse’s coat, spot removal and the neatening of the mane and tail. The British Horse Society teaches that the horse should be “quartered” before a ride. It is a time to check for and wounds, skin conditions, runs or loose shoes before and after riding.It gives you a chance to bond with your horse and develop a relationship.Grooming promotes good circulation which simulates a healthy coat.Grooming is a very important activity and should be a part of our everyday routine. Helen has a special connection when speaking with the girls, they absolutely admire her. Though, much of the history of the spot wasn’t in the study guide, it was a huge hit and so wonderful for everyone to hear how our sport has evolved. We covered the grooming & blanketing chapter and then had Helen Gould cover current events and history of the sport. Week five of the USHJA Horsemanship Quiz Challenge was a blast (but what’s new). Grooming, Blanketing and the History of the Sport – USHJA Horsemanship Quiz Challenge Week 5 ![]()
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