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Routine Grooming for Your Horse
by Janette Oglesby

Introduction

Horses in the wild, as well as domesticated horses in pasture situations participate in mutual grooming sessions among close herd members. This is thought to be a form of communication and bonding among the herd members. Giving your horse a good grooming offers you the opportunity to spend quality bonding time with your horse. It also allows you to assess the condition of the horse's body and discover any lumps, bumps, cuts or other problems while they are minor. In return for bonding and discovery you can help create that healthy hair coat you have long desired: clean, slick, and shiny. This article discusses both general and specific how-to information for getting great looking hair coats.

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Routine Grooming for Your Horse by Janette Oglesby