Getting your horse ready for summer!

 

For most folks, summer means beach vacations, no school, and longer days. For horse folks, it means bugs, horse shows, and longer days. Now is the time to start preparing your horse for the summer, so that everyone is comfortable and your show weekends can go smoothly!

 

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Here’s a list of things I like to do to get the horses ready for summer:

 

 

  • Clip! I don’t mean body clip, but it’s a good idea to get into the habit of clipping ears, bridle paths, legs, etc. This makes getting ready for a show easy, and if you keep your horse clipped up, the better he will tolerate the clippers. Or skip the clipping if you like.

 

  • Now is also a great time to shorten that mane, bang that tail, and start to practice your braiding!

 

pulling-mane
Mane pulling is optional.

 

  • Check your fly sheet and fly mask fit. I also use fly boots to reduce the amount of stomping that goes on. I have two sets, just in case of an accidental tear or when one set is in the laundry. Fly sheet fit is critical to be safe and stay protected from the bugs.

 

  • What’s your bug control plan for the summer? Now is the time to start fighting flies and critters.

 

  • What are you doing for sunscreen for your horse? A fly mask with nose is a good idea, so is some zinc oxide cream on his nose. The baby versions of sunscreen seem to have tons more zinc oxide and I find they last longer.

 

  • Are you taking steps to prevent your horse from getting sun bleached? Sun bleaching can be helped with diet and some horse management ideas and even specialized shampoos.

 

  • You may want to do a diet analysis with the help of a Veterinarian or Equine Nutritionist. Pasture conditions change, metabolic changes can flare during seasonal changes, and you want to make sure he has the proper nutrition to get you through the show season!

 

horse-in-fly-mask

Fly season is upon us!

 

  • Adjust slowly to the heat and humidity. Exercise your horse early if the day is going to be unseasonably hot and/or humid, so he can slowly acclimate to the summertime temperature extremes.

 

 

 

What else is on your summer-ready list?

 

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Big Hoss - Outlaw Nutrition

Omega 3's plus gut health support in a delicious cold milled flax formula. It's delicious and it will turn your horse's coat into a mirror.

Whinny Wellies from Sox For Horses

Tough, weather-resistant covering for wraps and bandaging.

EquiFit Silver Individual Pack Horse, Black
$42.00

These SilverSox are great for protecting the legs from rubs, help with scratches and mud fever, and provide some compression, too.


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Gold Bond Friction Defense Stick, Unscented 1.75 oz Pack of 2
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I can't stress this enough - this magic stick has prevented so many rubs from worsening, and is great for breaking in a new pair of riding boots or shoes.

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Amazon Basics Sunburn Relief Gel with Aloe Vera, 8 oz
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Super aloe vera gel at a fantastic price.

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Kensington Protective Fly Boots (Pair)
$39.85

Banish the stomping!

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Fly Whisk
$39.95

For *mostly* bug free riding

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Farnam Equi-Spot, Horse Fly and Tick Control, 12-Week Supply for One Horse
$27.49 $25.40

This spot-on product kills and repels ticks and helps with mosquito control.

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HORZE Supreme Silent Crochet Ear Bonnet
$25.99

If your horse can't hear it, it won't eat them.

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Ecovet Horse Fly Spray Repellent/Insecticide 18 oz
$36.85

Fair warning - this spray has an odd aroma - but it works for some types of flies!

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WeatherBeeta ComFiTec Sweet Itch Shield Combo Neck
$99.95

Sweet itch is best battled by not letting those annoying midges bite your horse.

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Schneiders Adjusta-Fit Mosquito Mesh Hybrid
$254.99

For horses with sweet itch and other insect allergies, more coverage is better.

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LeMieux Classic Ear Bonnet Hunter Green
$47.95

LeMieux has more colors than the paint section of a hardware store. I promise they have one you like!

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Rub Protector Lycra Fly Mask GG Equine

These fly masks are fantastic for protecting ears and eyes, and do great under halters and grazing muzzles to stop rubs and hairless patches.


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Shapley's Easy-Out No Rinse Shampoo 32 fl.oz
$13.46

Spot removing, deodorizing, dust busting, shine adding spray.

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Shapley's Hi Shine Shampoo, 1-Gallon
$35.04

Other sizes, too! Adds shine with the most gentle formula.

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SHAPLEY'S Medi-Care Med Shampoo W/Tea Tree & Lemon Grass, 32 oz
$22.99

The best shampoo for shine and soothing.

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Shapley's No.1 Light Oil
$19.09

This is my favorite horse care product for shine, conditioning, detangling, and stain protection.

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Shapley s 32 oz. Color Enhancing Shampoo - Whitening Formula
$26.23

For all colors - to add shine and help lift stains.

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Shapley's Equitone 32 oz. Color Enhancing Shampoo, GOLD
$26.39

Brighten duns, palominos, and golden colors.

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SHAPLEY'S 32 oz. Color Enhancing Shampoo, RED
$23.13

For chestnuts and some bays

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Shapley's 32 oz. Color Enhancing Shampoo, BLACK
$25.00

For dark bays, black points, and black horses

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Weaver Leather Deluxe Sweat Scraper
$5.09

This style of sweat scraper is gentle over your horse's bony and lumpy places.

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HANDSON Pet Grooming Gloves - Grooming, Bathing, Shedding
$16.99

These are HandsOn Gloves with special pricing! Only in the color gray.

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HandsOn Finishing Gloves - Double Sided
$19.99

The jute side buffs to add shine, the other side is fuzzy for lifting dust and applying fly sprays and grooming products.

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Handson Ergonomic Hoof Pick
$19.99

This is the strongest hoof pick available!

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Farnam Slick 'N Easy Horse Grooming Block
$9.75

Good for grooming, shedding, and bot egg removal

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BRUSH FACE WHITE GOAT HAIR
$9.58

For faces, ears, and any place your horse needs a softer brush.

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USG H.A.A.S Haas Diamond Gloss
$25.47

Sort of a mix between a finishing brush and a body brush. Soft for sensitive horses.

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Jeffers Horse Face Brush
$18.04

This brush is luxury and will help your horse shine!

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Huntley Equestrian Deluxe Grooming Bag
$59.99

Keep all of your poops in a group with this handy tote.

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H.A.S HAAS Mould Horse Brush Large Silver, Medium
$18.80

Boost shine and create a smooth coat with this medium brush from the best of the best - HAAS. Go forth and shine!

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Wet Brush Shower Hair Brush Detangler
$13.79 $6.19

Gentle and effective detangling for your horse's mane and tail.

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Electric Cleaner Co Rapid Groom Horse Vacuum
$635.00

It's always satisfying to vacuum your horse!

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HANDSON Pet Grooming Gloves - Grooming, Bathing, Shedding
$16.99

These are HandsOn Gloves with special pricing! Only in the color gray.

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Big Hoss - Outlaw Nutrition

Omega 3's plus gut health support in a delicious cold milled flax formula. It's delicious and it will turn your horse's coat into a mirror.

You Can Train Your Horse to Do Anything BOOK
$24.52

This book is a wonderful, step-by-step guide to helping you "clicker train" your horse with positive reinforcement.

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Teaching Horses with Positive Reinforcement BOOK
$20.99

A Guide to Achieving Success with Clicker Training. A great book about horse behavior and how to successfully train your horse with kindness.

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The Power of Positive Horse Training: Saying Yes to Your Horse
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Why would you do it any other way?

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Horse Behaviour Exposed BOOK
$24.99

Learn the language of horses

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Clicker Training Portable Pet Silicone Pouch
$9.99

Keep your rewards handy while clicker training!

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4 Pack Training Clicker with Wrist Strap
$8.99

Click your way to a better relationship with your horse.

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Shapley's Equitone 32 oz. Color Enhancing Shampoo, GOLD
$26.39

Brighten duns, palominos, and golden colors.

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$23.13

For chestnuts and some bays

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Shapley's 32 oz. Color Enhancing Shampoo, BLACK
$25.00

For dark bays, black points, and black horses

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Dura-Tech Breathable and Waterproof Tail Bag
$24.99

This waterproof tail bag is especially great for white and gray tails.

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Wet Brush Shower Hair Brush Detangler
$13.79 $6.19

Gentle and effective detangling for your horse's mane and tail.

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Shapley's Show Touch Up Color Enhancer, Medium Brown
$16.99

Cover scars and enhance your horse's color with this medium brown shade.

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Dritz 638 Deluxe Seam Ripper, Blue
$5.23

For taking out braids

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Bent Latch Hook 6.25", Wood Handle
$6.17

For braiding most styles

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Spray Bottles, 500 ml/17 oz
$9.58

Why have a boring ol' spray bottle when you can have these gems!

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Wet Brush Shower Hair Brush Detangler
$13.79 $6.19

Gentle and effective detangling for your horse's mane and tail.

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WAHL Professional Animal Bravura Cordless Trimmers
$199.99

This cordless trimmer is powerful and comes with the 5-in-2 blade system for versatility.

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Wahl Professional Animal KMC+ 2-Speed Cordless Clipper Kit
$299.99 $269.99

This is my favorite clipper - It's great for body clipping, trace clipping, and trimming. Cordless for the win!

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J.T. INTERNATIONAL Cleaning Hook
$28.98

Clean anything and store anything with this versatile hook. Easy to bring to horse shows, too!

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HORZE Supreme Silent Crochet Ear Bonnet
$25.99

If your horse can't hear it, it won't eat them.

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Dover Saddlery Fleece & Nylon Training Surcingle
$49.95

If you love options, this surcingle has a kabillion rings to pick from.

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Artificial Grass Turf Broom - Curved Bristle Broom
$28.99

This is the best broom for getting every last bit of shavings out of the barn aisle.

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Huntley Equestrian Deluxe Grooming Bag
$59.99

Keep all of your poops in a group with this handy tote.

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Tack Shack of Ocala Custom Vinyl Stall Guard
$124.95

Classy and practical stall guard, custom made for you!

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Dura-Tech Schneiders Deluxe Dura-Mesh Stall Guard
$94.99 $79.99

Let your horse have the best view with this spiffy stall guard!

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Tech Equestrian Rain Sheet with Neck Cover | 1200Denier

Keep your horse dry during bad weather, this rain sheet is also great for windy days.

Hefty Shrink-Pak - 4 Large Vacuum Storage Bags
$17.84


This is SO SATISFYING to shrink up your seasonal horse blankets and gear.

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Sterilite 3 Drawer Mini Desktop Unit, Clear w/White Frame
$19.77 $17.99

Be sure to check the size. Don't want doll house size or marshmallow man size, either.

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Keter Storage Cabinet with Doors and Shelves
$179.99

Vertical storage is the best! No more digging through trunks.

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Apple AirTag 4 Pack
$99.00 $94.00
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Toolwiz Magnetic Sweeper with Wheels, 50 Lbs Capacity
$72.97

You will be amazed at what the ground will throw at ya.

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16 Pack Vacuum Storage Bags with Travel Hand Pump
$39.99

Plus you can keep dust and rodents out of your horse's blankets while saving space.

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