Goodbye Winter Coat: From Long Hair to #SHINYCOAT
In spring, horses experience the change from winter to summer coat. This process, which starts from September to November, is energy-intensive for the animals and can lead to various problems. Metabolic issues, infections, and swollen legs are not uncommon during the coat change. A balanced diet can help your favorite speed up the coat change and provide that certain #SUPPORT.
Beware of Lymphatic Congestion: Swollen Legs – Now What?
The coat change puts the horses’ lymphatic system into overdrive. Limited movement due to bad weather can lead to lymphatic congestion, especially in the hind legs. If you notice swollen but not warm or tender legs, this could indicate lymphatic congestion. Regular exercise is essential for your horse’s health. You can support this with various supplements, such as the ‘Metabolism Herbal Juice’ from #STIEFEL or ‘Nettle’, but you should always see what’s right for your favorite.
Time for a #SPRINGCLEAN
At the start of the warm days, you always want everything to be perfectly cared for. Give your stable routine that special shine with great care products from A to Z.
Mane and Tail Care: The ‘Super Star Shine’ from #EFFOL is the #GAMECHANGER for your daily horse care. Knots, shavings, or other dirt dissolve in the long hair as if by magic, and your horse gets an incredible shine. Whether for mane and tail or for the coat, this product is a #MUSTHAVE. Of course, you’ll also find many alternatives from other brands in the shop that make your daily horse care easier.
Coat Care, Washing & Skin Care: Our #WHINNYXBAY spray shampoo 'Time to Wash' with the exotic scent of coconut is known for its especially easy application thanks to the spray head. Light application, rubbing in, rinsing off, and shine. A little #TIP for the grey horse owners among you: The ‘Grey Horse Shampoo’ from #LEOVET gives your favorite a radiant white coat.
Leather Care: Regular Leather Care is crucial for the longevity of your equipment. The Leather Care series from #CARRDAYMARTIN consists of a first and second step. The ‘Leather Cleaner’ ensures clean leather, and the ‘Leather Care’ keeps the leather supple. Depending on the type of leather, you should pay attention to the care recommendations, as not every leather tolerates cleaning with care products.
Hoof Care: Hoof Care is generally a very sensitive topic, and you should know what your horse’s hooves really need. You can always ask your farrier about this. In our blog post “Swing Your Hooves – The Right Hoof Care for Your Horse”, you’ll find lots of information on the topic. In our shop, you’ll find all kinds of products, whether hoof oil, hoof fat, or products for frog care.
Cleaning Grooming Kit, Blankets, and Saddle Pads: Finally, the Grooming Kit, blankets, Saddle Pads, and the locker should also be cleaned. Removing hair from accessories as much as possible and then putting washable items in the machine is a good start, as the annoying winter coat really sticks everywhere. You can soak the Grooming Kit in water and possibly clean it with regular horse shampoo and disinfect it afterward. This way, you can reduce the risk of diseases, and with clean Grooming Kit, your favorite can be cared for even better :-)
Let’s get the summer started
With a spring clean, you’ve set the perfect #FOUNDATION for the upcoming summer, so you can start right away as soon as it gets warm again. Also, your horse’s well-being, as well as your own, is greater when everything is neat and clean. So get started now and enjoy your time at the stable with your favorite.
