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8 Tips For Clipping Your Horse

October 11, 2023
Clipping season is here! Those that compete during the fall and winter or ride performance horses will be getting their clippers ready. It’s a lot easier to cool down a horse that doesn’t have a thick winter coat. Clipping for the first time is a big task for any groom! Hopefully, these tips and tricks...

Should You Trim Your Horse's Whiskers?

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February 20, 2023
The great debate of whether it’s safe and necessary to trim your horse’s whiskers… Some riders choose to for competitions and a tidy look, while others proclaim the whiskers act as sensory hairs. Let’s get the facts! Your Horse’s Whiskers These long, stiff hairs are found all over your horse’s muzzle. Each one has its...

Creative Horse Body Clipping

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January 18, 2022
Be prepared to be amazed! These talented professionals took equine body clipping to the next level. They turned their horses into a canvas! Unique shapes and designs were shaved into the horse’s winter hair. The end result is breathtaking. Many equestrians body clip their horses when they’re in work during the winter. A short coat...

Five Reasons To Blanket Your Horse

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December 10, 2020
Horse blanketing is a hot topic in the winter. It’s widely debated with some insisting it’s unnatural and others refusing to go without them. Much like people, horses are individuals. It’s important you look at their unique needs before you jump on one side or the other. If you aren’t sure whether your horse is...

The 'Horse Barber' Creates Breathtaking Equine Art

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March 14, 2019
Melody Hames, known as the Horse Barber, clips artwork into the hair of horses. This isn’t your average clip job though. Her creative designs can be seen as a work of art. She first began clipping on her pony as a nine year old girl. Nowadays, she encourages others in the industry with educational seminars...

Equine Body Art That'll Leave You Stunned

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October 23, 2018
These clip jobs are a work of art! These artists had a fun time letting their creativity show. Are you up for the challenge? Here’s some inspiration! I guess you could say this horse is a star! The sparkles are a nice touch. A Superman logo for a super horse! This design isn’t too big,...

5 Different Types Of Horse Clips

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September 11, 2017
Is your horse ridden regularly in the fall and winter? If so, it may be a good idea to go ahead and begin considering different horse clips for when cold weather strikes. Thick winter coats are slow to dry and can lead to chills. Sweat drenched hair is no good at keeping him warm. Luckily,...

5 Different Types Of Horse Clips

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November 24, 2016
Is your horse ridden regularly in the winter? If so, it may be a good idea to consider different horse clips. Thick winter coats are slow to dry and can lead to chills. Sweat drenched hair is no good at keeping him warm. Luckily there is a handful of options if you don’t want to...
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