Bathing Your Horse - Step by Step

• In windy weather cover your horse with a blanket or cooler - be sure it is clean!

14.If you are using a shine product, apply when the horse is dry.

• Apply to face with your hands or a soft cloth. Don't spray it's face. Avoid the eyes.
• Be careful about applying these products to the saddle area as they can cause the saddle to slip. If you are only riding in the show avoid these areas.
• Apply a hoof conditioner or polish.

15. Don't let your horse loose, or it will roll and you will have to start over

16.Braid the tail and put it in a tail bag. Use a mane tamer to keep the mane in place or braid it if appropriate.

Be thoughtful toward your horse when bathing. Think how you would feel in the same circumstances. Your actions now will affect your horse's reactions to this important grooming routine. Horses don't forget bad experiences.

If your horse refuses to be sprayed, try removing the nozzle and just using the hose end. If that doesn't work, try a bucket of clear water and one of soapy water. Use a plastic cup to pour the water over your horse. This is time consuming, but it works. Be sure to rinse thoroughly. Have fun!