Grooming & Bandaging

Question 1

Dandy brush?

Answer 1

Dandy brush?

.Removes dried mud & dirt

Question 2

Plastic curry comb?

Answer 2

Plastic curry comb?

.Removes dried mud & dirt

Question 3

Water brush?

Answer 3

Water brush?

.Used to wash off stable stains & ‘lay’ the mane

Question 4

Body brush?

Answer 4

Body brush?

.Remove grease & dust

.Has soft bristles & removes grease from the coat.

.This is NOT used on a grass kept horse as the grease in the coat acts as a waterproofer & helps to keep the horse warm.

Question 5

Metal curry comb?

Answer 5

Metal curry comb?

.Used to clean the body brush

Question 6

Sweat scraper?

Answer 6

Sweat scraper?

.Scrape water off after washing the horse

Question 7

Leather ‘banger’ or massage pad?

Answer 7

Leather ‘banger’ or massage pad?

.Used to tone horse’s muscles.

Question 8

Quartering?

Answer 8

Quartering?

.Is a short groom used to tidy up the horse or prepare them for a ride.

Question 9

Strapping?

Answer 9

Strapping?

.Thorough groom after riding

Question 10

Picking feet?

Answer 10

Picking feet?

.Pick the hooves at least once a day.

.When turning in & out

Question 11

Grooming on cold day?

Answer 11

Grooming on cold day?

.If rugged on a cold day when grooming pull back half the rug do that section then do the same so the horse does not get cold.

Question 12

Tail grooming?

Answer 12

Tail grooming?

.Small amount of baby oil brushed through the tail prevents tangles.

Question 13

Sensitive parts?

Answer 13

Sensitive parts?

.Around the flanks & belly are quite sensitive.

Question 14

Tail bandage?

Answer 14

Tail bandage?

.Never leave a tail bandage on for more than a few hours as it could interfere with the blood circulation within the dock bone.

Question 15

Coat?

Answer 15

Coat?

.Horses usually have a thick coat from around the beginning of October.

Question 16

Stable rug?

Answer 16

Stable rug?

.Is to be used at night to provide warmth.

Question 17

Turn out rugs?

Answer 17

Turn out rugs?

.Have two turn out rugs incase one is wet or damaged.

Question 18

Benefits of bandages?

Answer 18

Benefits of bandages?

.To provide warmth in the stable

.To provide protection when traveling

.To provide protection & support during exercise

.To hold a dressing or poultice in position

.To help dry wet legs

Question 19

Types of bandages?

Answer 19

Types of bandages?

.Stable/ traveling bandages

.Support/ exercise bandages

.Crepe bandages - for veterinary purposes

.Vetrap - self-adhesive stretch bandages

.Tail bandages - Used to protect the dock bone from rubbing when traveling in a lorry or trailer (No padding is needed)

.Gamgee padding - like cotton wool but thicker

.Fybatack/ fybagee padding - spongy leg pad & machine washable

Question 20

Look at grooming & bandaging file on laptop for more info

Answer 20

Look at grooming & bandaging file on laptop for more info