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Tail

A brown horse itches his tail and hind end on an old looking fence.
Horse First-Aid

Tail Injuries 101

Once you see how many vertebrates and muscles make up a horse's tail you'll understand how tail injuries can happen so easily—and how dangerous they can be.

Mane 'N Tail shampoo and conditioner.
AskAnnie Podcast

#AskAnnie - Episode 16: Mane 'n Tail's Ultimate Gloss Shampoo and Ultimate Gloss Conditioner

We review Mane 'n Tail's Ultimate Gloss Shampoo and Ultimate Gloss Conditioner by Straight Arrow in Episode 16.

Credit: Photo by Jennifer Paulson Brush a tail sparingly, starting at the bottom and working up, using your other hand to keep hairs from pulling loose.
Horse Health Care

9 Tips for a Long, Lovely Tail

Follow these strategies, and you’ll help your horse grow the longest, most beautiful tail his genes will allow.

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Western Horse How-To

For Girls Only: Tail Care for Mares

Mares have some specific tail-cleaning needs. Get pro-level advice here.

Adding Arthritis to Injury

Adding Arthritis to Injury