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Secure your horse to make sure it doesn’t move, and then start grooming from the top of its neck and work toward the back. Then move to the other side of the horse and repeat the steps. Do it the same way every time so the horse knows what to expect.Â

Avoiding the horse’s face and legs, use the rubber curry brush to loosen dirt from beneath the hair. Work in a circular motion, and be especially gentle across the back and shoulders where the horse is more sensitive. The curry brush can also be used to comb out the mane, which works best if you first apply a little a mane softening product. This especially helps when there are tangles. Use short, energetic, snapping strokes with the brush to clean the coat. It is critical to penetrate the hair down to the skin. You will need to select a brush appropriate for the coat’s thickness, one that is softer or stiffer. It needs to do the job without hurting the horse.Â