Horse Care Checklist
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Mane and Tail
Apply shampoo and conditioner to your horse's mane and tail.
Use a comb, rather than a brush, to prevent hair breakage.
Braid his tail and put it in a tube sock to keep it clean.
Apply a spray-on coat conditioner for extra shine and brush his tail vigorously.
Face and Ears
Clip your horse's nose, eyes, ears, chin and bridle path.
Check and trim any stray hairs.
Thoroughly bathe your horse.
Wipe baby oil over his ear, nose and eye areas to add shine.
Run a clean rag over his face to remove any dirt or sweat.
Hair Coat
Provide xcellent nutrition.
Regularly deworm.
After every workout, bathe your horse.
Feet and Legs
Clip your horse legs.
Use a sanding block on each hoof to create an even surface.
After the polish dries, apply hoof polish enhancer.
Wash your horse's white legs.
Wait until he's completely dry and apply baby powder on his legs to enhance whiteness.
Apply polo wraps from his knees to his coronet bands.
Healthy Horse
Has a glossy and shiny coat.
Eyes appear bright and clear and fully open.
Has healthy wall tissues in the hooves.
The hooves should be smooth and clean with no cracks.
Is alert, attentive and inquisitive.
Stays in a group when they are in a lot, paddock or a pasture.
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Who it's for
This Horse Care Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Horse Care essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Horse Care structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
How to use it
How to use this Horse Care Checklist
- Save Horse Care Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Horse Care (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.