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November 20, 2006
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Dry Skin
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October 21, 2006
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If your horse's skin is dry, try rinsing him with a bucket of warm water that has a splash of Kerri Bath Oil added to it. -SE
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White Tails
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October 16, 2006
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Whisk laundry soap can work wonders on a stained tail. Just use it like your regular shampoo on the stained hair. Be sure to rinse well. -SE
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Easy Ice Boot
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October 5, 2006
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A bag of frozen peas can be a quick and inexpensive way to ice a leg. Just place the bag against the leg and bandage over it to hold into place. -SE
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Staying in Shape after Riding Season
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October 1, 2006
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A good way to stay in horseback riding shape all winter long is to hit the gym. Pilate's is one of the winter riders exercise options, but any kind will improve your seat and leg for show season. (or just stop your trainer from screaming at you about your flapping leg!) -Sophia Medairy
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Moving Stall Mats
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September 26, 2006
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Next time you need to move stall mats, buy C clamps from your hardware store. The clamps give you a secure grip and are easy to get on and off. -SE
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Waveless Mane
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September 20, 2006
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If you wet your horse's braides down before you take them out it won't give them a perm. -Ariel Wyatt
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Reinless Riding
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September 11, 2006
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Practice riding without reins to improve leg and seat cues. To keep the dropped reins in place, tie a piece of mane into the rein knot. -Andy
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Mane Comb Option
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September 4, 2006
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If you can't find your mane comb, try using a hard bristled brush. Take one small section of the mane at a time and brush downward, from root to tip. This removes dandruff from the mane and makes it lay flatter. -S. Medairy
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Spray on liniment
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August 26, 2006
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Instead of the messy bucket and sponge way of using liniment, try putting it in a spray bottle. It's more convenient, and prevents the stable cat or dog from drinking it! -S. Medairy
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Summertime Grooming
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August 22, 2006
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With the coming of summer, be sure to check your horses mane and tail for ticks everytime you groom. -SE
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Prevent Girth Sores
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August 18, 2006
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Before you get on your horse you can pull their front legs forward, stretching one at a time. This way it will smooth out the wrinkled skin and prevent sores under the girth. -Ariel Wyatt
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Don't Feed the Flies
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August 14, 2006
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Keep your feed buckets and the wall areas around them clean to help keep flies out of your stalls. -A. Wyatt
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Mud Fever Prevention
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August 12, 2006
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When you bring your horse in try rubbing mud off his legs with hay or straw - in the direction of hair growth. Do this instead of hosing which drives the mud fever germ into the skin and produces a moist environment for it's growth.
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Hold the Feathers
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August 10, 2006
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If you need to do some hoof work and not have your horses feathers get in the way, use a tubular athletic bandage to hold the hair out of the way. The kind used for ankles, knees or elbows.
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Bath Time
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August 7, 2006
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Adding some white vinegar to your final rinse after you bath your horse will remove any residual soap. Some people claim vinegar is also a natural bug repellent. -SE
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Spotless Bits
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August 1, 2006
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Next time you want to get your bits super clean and shiny, try washing them on the top rack of your dishwasher. It also works for stirrup irons, just remove your stirrup pads for best results. -SE
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Tangled Mane Solution
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July 27, 2006
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Make a detangling solution by diluting a tail and mane conditioner with water and work it into the mane. Find a spot that isn't tangled and work down from there.
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Dressage Musical Freestyle
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July 25, 2006
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Know your freestyle music inside and out, both you and your horse. Remember-the judges only mark if you are with the music-not with the letters. I know from experience that the better you know your music, the better your score. -Andy Wyatt
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