By Jon Conklin • Updated • 7–9 min read
Long coats look cozy—until work cranks up. Here’s a clear plan for when to clip, the style that fits your program, and a no-drama routine so skin stays calm and presentation stays sharp.
Clip only on clean, dry hair. Work with the lay for bulk removal; crosshatch lightly for a polished finish.
Give brief breaks so skin doesn’t heat and the horse doesn’t sour. Cool blades often.
Mark key lines with chalk. Keep wrist loose; blend transitions with a longer guard or lighter pressure.
Elbows, flanks, sheath/udder, and girth areas—go slow, keep skin taut, and never clip over damp sweat.
Label note: Avoid any topical near eyes or mucous membranes. Confirm current association rules before show-day use.
Light, non-greasy comfort for rub-prone creases post-clip (elbows, girth, flank). Tidy finish, show-friendly.
Explore Rapid Relief →Stay-put barrier support for cannons/pasterns—great when freshly clipped legs meet mud or wash racks.
Learn about SilverHoof →Sensation-free, water-based support for post-work legs on newly clipped coats—no heat, no sticky shine.
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Most riders choose a medium finish for body (e.g., #10–#7 equivalents). Go longer on faces/legs if you need more blend room.
Every 4–8 weeks in heavy work seasons. Match frequency to hair growth and show schedule.
Discipline- and footing-dependent. If you clip legs, prioritize barrier support on clean, dry skin in muddy seasons.
Desensitize in short sessions: introduce sound away from skin, then shoulder/neck, lots of breaks, reward often. Bank willingness; don’t force it.
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