Get Grooming this Autumn!

With autumn in full swing and the winter weather on its way the way it is a great time to talk about equine grooming. This important equestrian management task not only ensures your four-legged partner is looking good but also that their skin and coat remains in optimum condition, especially important when the windy, rainy and snowy weather takes hold!

 

The importance of equine grooming is often by-passed as a simple or obvious concept by many equestrians but this can mean in some cases that this essential part of day-to-day equestrian management is neglected.  In our latest blog World Wide Tack takes a look at why grooming your four-legged friend is important.

 

World Wide Tack’s Guide to Grooming in Five Top Tips!

1.) Thorough grooming on a regular basis offers care and maintenance of the skin and hair coat and allows your equine partner to remain both clean and healthy preventing the build up of dirt and bacteria in the coat which in turn limits the risk of missing a skin infection or bacterial or yeast infections developing in the coat.

2.) Grooming is also a fantastic way to build your relationship with your horse or pony as the simple task offers a is a great bonding mechanism allowing you to build a stronger and more fulfilling relationship between you. Giving him this attention will be sure to go down a treat as grooming is in fact a horse’s natural way in which to bond and communicate with other horses and ponies.

3.) Removing the sweat and dirt from the coat also makes is vital as it makes it much less likely that your horse will suffer tack sores and rubs. These rubs can develop when the leather work of your tack comes into contact with dirt and debris and then rubs this grime against your horse’s skin causing it to break and become sore and damaged.

4.) Regular grooming sessions allow horse owners to learn their horse’s individual anatomy and keep on top of any lumps, bumps or blemishes. This can prove extremely beneficial for the horse and also often protect the horse owner’s bank balance if problems are spotted and dealt with immediately!

5.) Using ‘horse friendly’ products to protect a healthy skin pH is crucial when bathing your horse. World Wide Tack stocks a range of specific equine shampoos and conditioners from big name brands such as Absorbine and Cowboy Magic not to mention a selection of detangling and coat shine products to get that special sparkle this season!

Visit World Wide Tack’s website to see the full range of equine grooming products available today by visiting www.worldwidetack.com

 

 

Grooming your Horse

 

 

Grooming your horse is an important equine management task not just ensuring your four-legged partner looks good but also ensuring that their skin and coat remains in optimum condition, contributing to their  general well-being.

The importance of equine grooming is often by-passed as a simple or obvious concept but this can mean in some cases that this essential part of equine care is in some cases neglected.  In our latest blog as experts in equine grooming and top of the range grooming products World Wide Tack takes a look at why this equestrian task really is so important.

Five Top Reasons to Groom your Horse; A Guide from World Wide Tack 

1.)    Regular, thorough grooming offers good care and maintenance of the skin and coat and allows your horse or pony to remain clean and healthy. A good grooming session prevents a build up of dirt and bacteria in the coat limiting the risk of bacterial or yeast infection developing in the coat and offers the horse owner the opportunity to spot any skin irritant such as lice or mites.

2.)    Removing the sweat and dirt from the coat by grooming and bathing regularly with products such as the Cowboy Magic, Absorbine or Quic range from World Wide Tack reduces the risk of your horse suffering rubs or tack sores which can occur when the leather work of your saddle and bridle come into contact with dirt and debris resulting in this being rubbed against your horse’s skin sometimes causing it to break and become sore.

3.)    Grooming is also a great way to bond with your equine allowing you to build a stronger and more fulfilling relationship. Giving your horse attention he enjoys will be sure to go down a treat! In addition grooming is in fact horse’s natural mechanisms to bond and communicate with each other!

4.)    Regular grooming sessions allow horse owners to really know their horse’s anatomy and this helps them keep on top of any lumps, bumps, blemishes, rashes or skin complaints enabling horse owners to spot any problems pronto! This can prove extremely beneficial for the horse and also often protect the horse owner’s bank balance if an issue is highlighted and dealt with immediately.

5.)    Finally, complimenting your grooming routine remember it is important to consider the horse from the inside out. The skin and coat will not look it’s best if your equine is nutrient deficient so always ensure their diet is rich in the nutrients they need such as the vital macro nutrient; water, protein, carbohydrate, fats and vitamins and minerals for equines to look and feel good! Supplements such as Grand Vite from the Grand Meadows range from World Wide Tack supply over 40 essential nutrients and the supplement packed with vitamins and minerals can boost coat and skin condition promoting a lovely glossy shine!

To find out more about the range of grooming and bathing products from World Wide Tack visit the website today at www.worldwidetack.com 

 

 

Making Plaiting Easier

So, you are off to a horse show and it is the morning of your competition…

You have spent last night cleaning your tack, bathing your horse and learning your jumping course or dressage test but the morning brings a flurry of activity with packing the lorry, collecting all your equipment and the dreaded activity; plaiting!

Though some of us equestrians love plaiting, it is a learned skill which many of us horse owners find difficult but whether you love it or hate it no equine owner would say no to a product which makes plaiting our horse’s manes and tails quicker and easier.

Quic Braid does exactly what is says on the tin, the mane and tail control spray uniquely makes plaiting our equine’s up for hunting and competition in double “quic” time! The innovative spray aids grip, allows tight, quality plaits and braids and helps your bands stay put throughout the day,

Quic Braid is not slick like hair gel or sticky like hairspray but the clever product provides greater control and fewer stray hairs. The mane and tail taming spray dries to a soft, natural feel and combs out or evaporates easily leaving a soft, silky mane.

Quic Braid can also be used for mane training and can be used to help the mane lie on the correct side of the neck. Quic braid user and dressage rider said “It is the next best thing to paying someone to plait your horse!”

So why not make your competition or hunting days easier with Quic Braid available from World Wide Tack. Visit the website to purchase your Quic Braid and to see the wide range of grooming products World Wide Tack has to offer!