Step-by-step lesson
Mane & Tail Care
Detangle mane and tail gently without pulling or standing in an unsafe spot.
GroomingSafety10 min5 steps
Before you start
Complete these lessons first
What you need
Equipment
Step by step
Stand to the side, not directly behind the horse.
Check: I’m out of kicking range.
Hold a small section of hair so you don’t pull the skin.
Check: Hair stays supported.
Start at the bottom and work upward slowly.
Check: Tangles get smaller.
Use gentle comb strokes (ask before using sprays).
Check: No yanking.
Pause if the horse moves; reset your safe position.
Check: I stayed calm and safe.
Common mistakes
- Standing directly behind
- Pulling hard to ‘fix’ knots
Coach cues
- Bottom to top.
- Small sections.
Stop and get help if
- Horse swishes tail fast
- You’re unsure where to stand
Key terms
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