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How To Wash Your Horse's Tail

June 1, 2023
Washing your horse’s tail doesn’t have to be a long process. With just a bucket of water and some shampoo, you can remove dirt and grime from their tail. This quick method is perfect for those with limited time or when warm water isn’t available. It’s important that you regularly groom their tail and check...

Get Crafty: Leave-In Conditioner For Your Horse

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December 7, 2022
Winter can get the best of us! It zaps your hair leaving it dry and brittle. Your horse’s mane is no different. Most can benefit from a leave-in conditioner! Ideally, you’ll choose something with natural ingredients that won’t compromise the structure of the hair. If you’re crafty, you can make your own product with some...

Feather Accessories For Your Horse

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September 2, 2022
Dress up your horse with a striking feather accessory! These clip and tie beauties are perfect for shows, trail rides with friends, and photoshoots. They give your horse a dazzling and magical look. They come in all sorts of designs and colors. Pick the one that represents you most! Feather Accessories This gorgeous teal, purple,...

Get A Luxurious Mane With Coconut Oil

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April 28, 2021
Coconut oil is the solution to your horse’s thin and dull mane. With regular use, it’ll make their hair lush, shiny, and long. Your horse can finally have the mane and tail of your dreams. This oil conditions and moisturizers for healthy hair. It can also be used as a wound ointment and weight supplement!...

These Tail Bags Are Rockin'

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January 9, 2021
As a horse person, I have to say that there are few things more heartbreaking than something happening to your horse’s long, luscious tail. A tail that you’ve spent what seems like an infinite amount of time maintaining. Plus, your horse always looks its best with a well-managed tail! Tail bags are a great way...

This Cowgirl Founded Her Own Company For Horse Hairpieces

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November 24, 2020
Chanel Rhodes is a first-generation rider from California. She founded her own company called Mane Tresses, which offers hairpieces for horses. One year for Black History Month, she let her creativity shine and crocheted braiding hair into her horse’s mane. With an overwhelming response, her company took off! The mane extensions are actually crafted from...

Why Should You Use A Tail Bag?

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October 20, 2020
Both casual and competitive riders choose to use tail bags for a number of reasons. They keep the horse’s tail protected! In muddy fall and winter months, your horse’s tail may drag or get rolled in dirt and muck. It’s best to shield it. Furthermore, when you take off the lycra or cotton bag, you’ll...

The Perfect Keepsake: Horse Hair Jewelry

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August 26, 2020
You can hold onto the memories of your equine friend with a beautiful piece of horse hair jewelry. These eye-catching accessories are also a stylish way to show off your love for riding. Talk about a great gift for any equestrian! You can get a custom piece with your horse’s hair or purchase an already...

5 Reasons Your Horse Is Rubbing Their Tail

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January 3, 2020
One of your worse nightmares might be to discover that your horse has rubbed their tail raw. Most horse owners work hard to keep their horse’s hair lush and long. It’s the envy of all riders. However, it happens to the best of horses… an itchy tail. Find out what may be causing it! Top...
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