Washing equipment for horses: from sponges to scrapers
The majority of horses love being bathed, and though it’s a process that takes time and effort for the groomer, the results are worth it. A clean horse with a shiny, healthy coat is a happy one. According to bathing your horse once a week is more than enough.
With this frequency, it’s important that when you do wash your horse, the quality of the equipment will really count. Putting together a kit with portable horse washing equipment will make the job a whole lot easier too. Look for shampoos and conditioners that won’t strip away the natural oils of the coat or leave the hair porous and dry. A horse wash mitt, such as Roma’s Microfibre Wash Mitt, is a perfect for washing and also doubles as an applicator mitt for fly spray, medication or other grooming products. It fits snugly onto the hand like a glove too.
What to look for when choosing a horse sweat scraper
Once you’ve lathered up your horse, applying the soapy shampoo solution to the entire coat using the horse sponge brush, you can use the horse sweat scraper to remove the excess moisture, water and washing products from the coat. Never use the horse sweat scraper on your horse’s face.
Here at Horseland we have a wide range of horse sweat scrapers from some of the leading manufacturers of equine products. The range from Roma comes in bright colours that will stand out in a grooming kit, and some even come with sparkling crystal embellishments that bring a touch of glamour to the job of horse washing, or a leather handle that will age handsomely over time and also assists the groomer with a slip-proof grip.
Choosing your horse wash bay equipment is so easy when you’re online shopping at Horseland. We’ve been providing Australians with the best gear and grooming products since 1978, and we’re not stopping now. You’ll need:
- Rubber curry comb
- Horse sweat scraper
- Horse sponge brush
- A mane comb
- Hoses and buckets.
If you’re not quite sure what to use for washing your horse, or have a nervous horse that doesn’t enjoy the bathing process, you can always contact our friendly team for tips and tricks on the products that would be best for you, and your animal. Call 1800 021 980 between the hours of 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday, or send an email to onlinesales@horseland.com.au.
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