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Horse grooming tools

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So, you finally have a horse and now you need to buy grooming tools. However, the feed and tack store is crammed with tools and equipment, which of these tools do you need to buy to keep your horse looking and feeling great?
The first thing any horse owner or even someone who wants to ride [...]

Grooming your horse

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While almost any animal should be groomed to keep it looking sleek and glossy, grooming a horse is even more important. Grooming a horse regularly can prevent serious medical problems, especially those that are hoof related.
Since a horse is so big and powerful, it is important to have complete control over your animal, even if [...]

Mice grooming, scratching, playing or fighting

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Mice groom themselves with their teeth and claws. The usual grooming routine may involve a mouse scratching itself with the hind feet, then perhaps washing its face or fur with its hands (spreading saliva on the hands, and rubbing them over the fur), and grooming with the teeth. This looks like the mouse is [...]

Groom shorthaired cat

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Many shorthaired cats are perfectly able to look after their coats by themselves, but not all cats seem to manage as well as others, especially when they are ill or if they are elderly.
If you plan to comb your shorthaired cat, a fine comb should be used to remove any knots, followed by a rubber [...]

Cats grooming themselves

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The primary aim is to keep the coat in good order. Cats have a grooming routine that enables them to get almost every part of their body with their tongue, which is equipped with comb-like spines to help in the process.
Grooming also perform two other important functions.
First, unlike mammals, the cat does not sweat from [...]

Cat grooming

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Cats do not like to be dirty. Most cats spend a good part of their day licking their paws and face to stay clean and tidy. However, despite this, few cat owners think about grooming their cats.
However, grooming a cat is very important. This process helps remove loose hair from your cat’s body. Without brushing, [...]