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Post by jenny07 on Sept 1, 2007 19:52:09 GMT
just wandering could anybody tell me what they use to get there horses / ponies coats shiny on show days??? Ive try loads of products but they don't really seem to work any advice appreciated xx
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Post by equinim on Sept 1, 2007 20:01:44 GMT
the best shine is got by good feeding.including oil the shine then comes from inside. a coat that is constantly washed never gets that deep shine,whenwe wash we use loads of conditioner and we also use a lycra or cotton sheet under any rugs to keep the coat in good condition. hope this helps
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Post by jenny07 on Sept 1, 2007 20:32:41 GMT
thank you x
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Post by suneagle on Sept 3, 2007 9:31:33 GMT
also good grooming, the coat and skin must be kept healthy, so a good groom say twice aday works well as you are improveing blood cirulation and bringing it up to the foliculs (i think thats how they spell it) where the hair grows making it healthier with a shine, i use a tea towel once a day on freddie just twist it up and and wrap it round my hand, and putting abit of pressure on make small circles all over the body massarging it... works wonders
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bex
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Post by bex on Sept 3, 2007 18:17:00 GMT
I use this spray stuff ill have 2 find out what it is 4 u? ok? that is what i use and it makes them really shiny!
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Post by ikklecob on Sept 3, 2007 18:53:34 GMT
They need that inner glow. However a drop of baby oil in the final rinse helps.
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jacob
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Post by jacob on Sept 8, 2007 15:51:50 GMT
I agree with all of the above, supreme products are good tho.,
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Post by medwinatswpa on Sept 11, 2007 15:59:11 GMT
If I have to bath close to a show due to lack of time - I use Brylcream [stuff men used to slick their hair down with years ago!] rubbed into my hands and lightly brushed over the coat whilst it is still wet.
However I fully agree that a good shine comes from within, and Clare instead of the tea towel knotted up try hay twisted into a knot and used in the same way. The prickly bits stimulate the skin and it gives a terrific shine
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Post by masters on Sept 12, 2007 8:03:45 GMT
I agree that a good shine comes from within and grooming but we put on 'pig oil' just before they go in the ring and it keps quarter marks looking great, plus it's a lot cheaper than the products on the market.
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droppy
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Post by droppy on Sept 12, 2007 18:45:40 GMT
Good old fashioned hard work, correct feeding oils etc then lots of proper grooming, I agree with baby oil in last rinse BUT beware of hot days and sunshine.....
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Post by jenny07 on Sept 14, 2007 20:24:36 GMT
I agree that a good shine comes from within and grooming but we put on 'pig oil' just before they go in the ring and it keps quarter marks looking great, plus it's a lot cheaper than the products on the market. glad you have said that as we have just started using it (pig oil) thanks every one for their tips i will have to try them x
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Post by karen on Sept 15, 2007 8:04:35 GMT
i also use pig oil in last rinse . its fab for keeping manes in great condition as well
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Post by suneagle on Sept 15, 2007 9:19:58 GMT
Clare instead of the tea towel knotted up try hay twisted into a knot and used in the same way. The prickly bits stimulate the skin and it gives a terrific shine i did try that but because freddie is too sensitive he doesnt like it bless him so a tea towel works with him.
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Post by jenny07 on Sept 17, 2007 19:22:40 GMT
i also use pig oil in last rinse . its fab for keeping manes in great condition as well do you spray it on when they are wet ?? x
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Post by karen on Sept 18, 2007 7:38:48 GMT
if bathing yes spray on , but for manes and tails i dilute and just spray remembering to keep shaking bottle as it seperates
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