How Do You Remove Sweat Marks From A Horse?
It is important to groom your horse daily to keep his coat clean and healthy; however, it may be even more important to groom your horse after riding to remove the sweat which has collected underneath the halter and saddle. A few simple tips will teach you how to remove sweat marks from your horse’s coat after a good ride. Remove the halter and saddle and replace the halter with a soft nylon bridle. Begin at the head and face, removing any sweat marks where the bridle was resting. Only use soft brushes, soft-bristled curry combs or body brushes on the face, as stiff bristles can be uncomfortable for your horse or even injure the eyes and nose. Move the soft brush in the direction of the hair, working around the ears, on the cheeks, down the top of the nose and under the chin. Make sure that you brush out any areas where there may be sweat and lift up the bridle, working underneath the straps. Switch to a hard brush to groom and remove sweat from any meaty areas, particularly where the
