3 Ways to Shorten Shedding Season

March 12, 2014 2 min read

3 Ways to Shorten Shedding Season By Emily Konkel Our horses’ shedding season is upon us. This can be a somewhat stressful time for many horse owners – there is hair everywhere! This month long (sometimes longer) process can seem to last forever. Here are a few tips to help speed up your shedding process: 1. Elbow grease – The best way to shed your horse out is to brush, brush, brush! This can be annoying at times because it seems to have no end. However, this is the best thing to can do to shed your horse out. Curry comb your horse daily. You can also use a shedding blade (they work wonders!). If you have lengthy shedding session with your curry comb and shedding blade, you can shorten the entire process by a week or more. 2. Full body clip – Another way to take care of that long, shaggy hair is to body clip your horse. Your horse will still shed but the hairs will be much shorter and more manageable. Keep in mind that your horse may need to be blanketed if the weather cools down. 3. Baby oil – Baby oil can really help your horse shed out. Pour an entire bottle of baby oil over your horse’s body (don’t forget the legs and belly). Leave the oil on overnight to soak then wash it off the next day with warm water and shampoo. The oil will encourage dead hair to slide from the follicles. We hope that these few tips can help to make your dreadful shedding season a little shorter. Be patient and happy shedding! For more information, visit: http://www.equisearch.com/horses_care/how-to- speed-up-your-horses-shedding/


Also in Blog

Edema in Horses: Causes + Treatment
Edema in Horses: Causes + Treatment

March 31, 2023 3 min read

Edema in horses is the accumulation of fluid somewhere in their bodies, most commonly in their legs (commonly known as “stocking up”) or in their lower abdomen. Edema is different than inflammation and, in rare cases, can become malignant and even fatal. Read on to learn about common forms of edema in horses and what you can do to help.
Natural Wound Care for Dogs with Essential Oils
Natural Wound Care for Dogs with Essential Oils

March 23, 2023 2 min read

Essential oils are an excellent natural home remedy for wounds or your dog’s irritated skin. However, not all essential oils are safe to use around or on dogs. Make sure you know what is helpful and harmful before using any essential oils on your dog.
What is a Normal Heart Rate for a Horse?
What is a Normal Heart Rate for a Horse?

March 16, 2023 2 min read

Hearts are an amazing thing in all animals. A constantly working muscle, the heart, pumps blood throughout the body to sustain life. The horse’s heart is a well-oiled machine—the heart’s efficiency results in a super athlete.