Description. A 50% blend of Horse and Hog Hair, it has been washed and sterilized, which gives it a curly shape. It is an excellent padding for all your upholstering projects, from heirloom antiques to your everyday wing chair. Horse Hair is 100% natural and will last through several generations Read more…
The horsehair braid that’s on the market today doesn’t have a single strand of a horse’s mane or tail woven into it. Instead, it is made from polyester, nylon, or plastic. They come in different widths, but, generally, I most often see them available in . 5″ – 1″ widths. Read more…
Horsehair plaster, also known as lath and plaster, is typically found in older homes and homes of significant historical value. This practice is not commonly used today. In fact, drywall began replacing the process in the 1950s. However, you can still find a lot of homes with horsehair plaster. Can Read more…
Horses have sensory vibrissae on their muzzles — around their nostrils, mouth and chin — as well as around their eyes on both their upper and lower eyelids. A horse’s whiskers help him navigate his world. Why do horses have whiskers on their chin? Horses have special tactile sensory hairs, Read more…
Addressing underlying metabolic issues, increasing exercise and feeding a lower-calorie diet will support weight loss and help you get rid of your horse’s cresty neck. Once your horse has reached a moderate body condition score of 4-5, excess fat along the neck should be eliminated or significantly reduced. Why is Read more…
The Horse’s Tail Bone Many of us think that horse tails are just tufts of long hair, much like the hair that grow on our scalp. This, however, is not true. Horses do not have their tail hair growing directly off their rear ends. Is a horses tail only hair? Read more…
Both hair and fur are made of keratin and grows through follicles in the skin. When referring to the coat of the horse, equestrians use the term hair, although many horse lovers simply refer to their horse’s hair as a coat. Does horses have fur or hair? Q: Why do Read more…
Ergots are a bit more pointy and feel like the end of an eraser on a wooden pencil. You don’t really have to trim them. But if you’re so inclined, you can trim them without causing the horse any pain. Don’t try to remove them entirely, and don’t trim any Read more…
How to Groom a Horse Quartering. This process is a quick brush with a dandy brush and curry comb to remove stable stains and make him presentable and clean enough to ride. Full Groom. Strapping. Bush-Over or Set-Fair. Method of Full Grooming. Washing the Feet. Washing a Horse. What is Read more…
While hair and fur are terms that are used interchangeably for some animals, you will never hear an equestrian refer to their horse’s coat as fur. A horse’s coat is known as hair, however, it is often referred to as simply their coat. In this post, we will dive deeper Read more…