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Horse Grooming Tips

Posted by Lourette Pretorius on Sunday, November 27, 2011 In : Guide to Grooming 
1. When brushing, use the curry comb to clean dirt and hair from the brush in between strokes.
2. Get into a routine, covering every inch of the horse, to prevent areas being missed.
3. For hygiene purposes, each horse should have a separate grooming kit.

Every time you groom your horse, you have the perfect opportunity to assess his health, check him over for injuries and use your grooming techniques to help ensure that he stays healthy.

I always start with the feet because once, many years ago,...

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A Simple Step-by-Step Guide to Grooming a Horse

Posted by Lourette Pretorius on Sunday, November 27, 2011 In : Guide to Grooming 
Grooming your horse regularly will enable to you to keep his coat and hooves in good condition, as well as monitor his health.

It’s easy, and should only take about 30 minutes.

Here’s how:
  • Gather your grooming kit — containing hoof pick, curry comb, stiff- and soft-bristled brushes, comb and towel — and prepare a safe grooming area.
  • Put a halter on the horse and secure him in cross ties or tether him in your grooming area using a quick-release knot.
  • Pick up each hoof in turn and, using a h...

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Avoid Jack Frost’s Hair Wrecking Wrath

Posted by Lourette Pretorius on Sunday, November 27, 2011 In : Hair Products 
Try rubbing a balloon on your head, rubbing a plastic ruler with paper, or dragging your sneakers on the carpet. What do you get? Static electricity.

This also happens when you take off your wool hat in the wintertime. Static electricity is more noticeable in the winter when the air is very dry. Unfortunately, it’s not only the air that becomes very dry, so does your hair! Long hair especially takes a battering from blustery winds.

Here are Mane ‘n Tail’s top winter hair care tips:

Conditi...
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No Foot, No Horse

Posted by Lourette Pretorius on Sunday, November 27, 2011 In : Hoofmaker 
This proverbial saying is recorded from the mid 18th century; in North America, and literally means, no hoof, no horse. Looking after the hooves of your horse is critical. Neglected hooves can be dangerous and can lead to discomfort, pain, disfigurement and even lameness.

Get Picky!
The single most important thing you can do for his hooves is to pick out your horse’s feet. Cleaning your horse’s hooves regularly will give you a chance to monitor the health of the foot, check the shoes and re...

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F.A.Q!

Posted by Lourette Pretorius on Sunday, November 27, 2011 In : F.A.Q 
Q.Does Mane ‘n Tail® Shampoo and/or Conditioner make hair grow or grow faster?
For many years, consumers have been reporting on the remarkable results they get from using our products.
Mane ‘n Tail products were originally developed for horses. Horse owners reported seeing significant improvement in the health and appearance of their horses’ manes and tails. Similar results were seen when horse owners and groomers used the products on themselves. This was the beginning of the Mane ‘n T...

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