Does the curry comb has to be used in circles?

A curry comb with metal teeth effective at removing long winter hair, but it has to be used very gently, in circles, flicking the wrist, rather than with the hard massaging that can be done with the Zoom Groom. ... A curry comb can be used on wet or dry horses.

1. Where do you put a curry comb?
2. What is a metal curry comb used for horses?
3. What does curry comb do?
4. Why is a curry comb called a curry comb?
5. What motions do you make with a rubber curry comb?
6. Can you use a curry comb on a dog?
7. What is a rubber curry brush?
8. What is a pin brush?
9. Why is it wrong to use a curry comb on the lower part of a horse's legs?
10. What is Hoof Oil?
11. What brushes to use on horses?

Where do you put a curry comb?

To use a curry comb correctly, you'll want to make small circular motions starting at your horse's neck and then gradually work your way down across his body and legs. Try to keep even, consistent pressure on his coat as you move across his body, massaging and working to loosen the caked mud, dirt, and loose hair.

What is a metal curry comb used for horses?

Plastic and rubber curry combs are used to remove mud, sweat, loose hair and grease from a horses body. Metal curry combs are used to clean body brushes and are not typically used on the horse itself.

What does curry comb do?

A rubber curry comb is a useful tool in removing dirt, old hair, and debris from your horse. It can be used nearly all over a horse's body and should be used in a circular motion.

Why is a curry comb called a curry comb?

From the late 13th century Anglo-French word curreier comes the English word curry, meaning, to rub down a horse. The Oxford English Dictionary quotes a phrase from 1398 as “coryed wyth an horse combe.” So, logically, a comb used to curry a horse might come to be called a curry-comb.

What motions do you make with a rubber curry comb?

With a rubber curry comb, use a circular motion to loosen mud, dirt, sweat, hair and scurf (the grayish guck made of skin oil, dandruff and dust that gathers on the brush). This helps prepare the coat for the upcoming brushes.

Can you use a curry comb on a dog?

The FURminator(R) Curry Comb is gentle enough to use even on sensitive skin dogs. Use the tool for a few minutes each session to remove excess hair and debris, break up mats, tangles and help keep your pet looking his best.

What is a rubber curry brush?

Color:Comfort Grip. The Safari dog rubber curry brushes add sheen to the coat and massage the dog's skin. These dog brushes also help to remove any loose hair or dirt found in the dog's coat.

What is a pin brush?

Pin brushes are the most commonly used dog brush. They are used to remove mats and tangles, buff away loose hair, and remove dirt and debris from your dog's coat. This type of brush is best suited for dogs with medium to long or curly hair like Yorkshire Terriers, Pomeranians, Schnauzers, and Collies.

Why is it wrong to use a curry comb on the lower part of a horse's legs?

Avoid using the curry comb on the head and mane, lower legs, or other especially sensitive areas for now. Check to see that the curry comb is bringing up dirt and dead skin to the surface of the coat.

What is Hoof Oil?

Hoof Oil is an anti-infective topical formula that protects the hoof. It can be applied liberally to the hoof wall, sole, frog, bulbs and coronet bands.

What brushes to use on horses?

body brush and curry comb - the body brush is the main brush used on a stabled horse. It's used to remove dirt, dust, and scurf from the skin. The curry comb is used to keep it clean.