BHS Stage 1 Exam Revision Grooming Hoof Pick for cleaning out the underside of the horses hoof.

horses hoof. Body Brush removes dried sweat and dust from a clipped, stabled horse. Dandy Brush removes dried sweat and mud from a field-kept, unclipped horse. Plastic Curry Comb removes dried sweat and mud from the unclipped, field-kept horse. It can also be used to clean the body brush. Rubber Curry Comb excellent at removing winter coat during the spring, mud, sweat and scurf. Used in circular motions. Metal Curry Comb only ever used to clean brushes. Sweat Scraper removes excess water on the horses body when the horse has been washed down. Only used on large muscle areas. Sponges one for eyes and nose, one for dock and sheath/udders. Massage Pad improves circulation. Only used on large muscle areas. Stable Rubber gives a finishing polish by removing residual dust. Hoof Oil light oil to give shine and condition to hooves.

Reasons for grooming Health remove dust, sweat, dead skin, loose hair. Condition muscle tone. Prevention of disease helps to prevent skin diseases and parasites. Appearance neat, tidy and attractive. Checking for new heat/swelling quick and efficient treatment of new injuries. Cleanliness hygiene prevents sores.

Grooming process Brushing off the horse Tie up the horse Pick out the feet Brush the body Sponge eyes, nose and dock

Quartering Tie up the horse Pick out the feet Undo and secure the rug fastenings Fold the front of the rug back Brush the front of the body and mane Fold the rear of the rug forward Brush the back of the horse Secure the rug Clean the tail Sponge eyes, nose and dock

Tail Bandages Start the bandage with the end flap out Fold flap over Roll bandage over flap Wrap evenly all the way down to the base of the tail bone Return back up the tail Tie tapes on the side Fold the last wrap over the bow

Clothing Rugs New Zealand A waterproof turn-out rug used during inclement weather. Varying weights. Stable A duvet-filled rug used for the stabled horse. Varying weights. Cooler/Sweat Rug