Beyond the Brushes
Regular grooming not only makes a horse shine, it promotes equine health and wellbeing. Consider adding these innovative products to your routine.
delivers a healthy shine and detangling that keeps your horse looking his best and helps make grooming easy. It is also recommended for use before clipping and before turnout to help your grooming efforts last longer. ShowSheen¨ contains provitamins to nourish hair; silk proteins to promote stronger, longer hair; and light scents of calming jasmine and soothing sandalwood. www.showsheen.com
Farnam¨ Grand Champion™ Fly Repellent
A two-in-one product, Farnam¨ Grand Champion™ Fly Repellent kills and repels flies, mosquitoes and gnats while adding a lustrous, show-ring shine. Whether you’re in the show arena, training at home or enjoying time on the trail, you don’t need biting and irritating insects distracting your horse and ruining your ride. Farnam Grand Champion accomplishes two tasks at once. Think of it as a high-end coat conditioner that sends flies, mosquitoes and gnats packing. The unique, continuous-spray applicator comes in a practical 15 oz. size and provides even, controlled spraying at any angle. Farnam.com
Shoofly Leggins
Shoofly Leggins™ can prevent painful fly bites and reduce stressful stomping, which can lead to hoof cracks and leg fatigue. The breathable plastic mesh cannot be penetrated by deer, horse or horn flies and prevents the laying of botfly eggs. Shoofly Leggins™ fit loosely, so as not to restrict blood flow or range of motion. They also have sewn-in stays that eliminate sagging, heavy-duty Velcro closures and felt edging to prevent the embedding of burrs or foxtails. Shoofly Leggins™ are available in three colors (gray, blue and orange) and five sizes (mini, yearling, small, medium and large). www.stonemfg.net
CitraFoam™ Sulfate-Free + Foaming Horse Shampoo
What is better than a luxurious, sulfate-free shampoo that is also tearless? EquiFUSE’s CitraFoam™ Sulfate Free + Foaming Shampoo instantly foams, massaging the horse’s skin and producing a root-deep clean. This concentrated formula is infused with d-limonene, an ecofriendly component of oil extracted from oranges that neutralizes unpleasant odors while soothing the senses. It removes manure and dirt stains with ease. Once dry, the horse’s coat is incredibly soft and asserts a superior natural shine. Ideal for dry, sensitive skin, manes and tails. Available in 16 oz and 64 oz sizes. equifuse.com; (408) 212-9513
Farnam¨ Vetrolin¨ with Equiveil™ 360¡ Technology
Vetrolin¨ products keep your horse feeling great and looking good. Whether you’re soothing tired muscles or preparing for a show, you can trust them to deliver results. Now the aromatic Liniment Spray and Shine Spray come with EquiVeil™ 360¡ technology for efficient application at any angle. Vetrolin¨ Liniment Spray works to revitalize joints and relieve inflammation. Vetrolin¨ Shine Spray contains vitamin-rich conditioners and a high-luster coat polish. Both are available in a new 20-oz., ergonomic continuous-spray bottle that releases a silent mist for complete coverage. No hand fatigue, and it even sprays upside down. Farnam.com