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Daily Currying and Horse Shampoo: Coat Care Routine Notes
Daily currying horse shampoo coat care brushing bathing and skin awareness
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April 8, 2023
Jon Conklin

Daily Currying and Horse Shampoo: Coat Care Routine Notes

A practical guide to daily currying and shampoo use, including coat checks, brushing habits, bathing...
Should Horses Share Brushes? Better Grooming Hygiene for Skin and Coat Care
Should Horses Share Brushes? Better Grooming Hygiene for Skin and Coat Care
April 8, 2023
Jon Conklin

Should Horses Share Brushes? Better Grooming Hygiene for Skin and Coat Care

A cleaner guide to horse brush hygiene, shared grooming tools, and the barn habits that...
Horse Whitening Shampoo: What Riders Should Know Before Show Day
Horse whitening shampoo guide for light gray coats and show grooming
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March 27, 2023
Danielle Gilsdorf

Horse Whitening Shampoo: What Riders Should Know Before Show Day

A practical guide to whitening shampoo for light and gray horse coats, including bathing frequency,...
ShowBarn Secret® Grooming Products: What the Brand Covers
ShowBarn Secret grooming products coat care mane tail and show presentation
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March 20, 2023
Jon Conklin

ShowBarn Secret® Grooming Products: What the Brand Covers

A clean overview of ShowBarn Secret® as a grooming-focused brand for coat care, mane and...
Vitamin B5 for Horses: Better Skin and Coat Care Without the Noise
Vitamin B5 for Horses: Better Skin and Coat Care Without the Noise
March 19, 2023
Jon Conklin

Vitamin B5 for Horses: Better Skin and Coat Care Without the Noise

A cleaner guide to Vitamin B5 in horse grooming and how better shampoo choices support...
Should You Trust Draw It Out®? How We Build Horse Care Products
Should you trust Draw It Out horse care products real world use and formulation
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March 16, 2023
Jon Conklin

Should You Trust Draw It Out®? How We Build Horse Care Products

A practical look at how Draw It Out® builds horse care products through real-world use,...
How to Keep a Horse Cool: Smart Hosing, Heat Relief, and Better Recovery Habits
How to Keep a Horse Cool: Smart Hosing, Heat Relief, and Better Recovery Habits
March 9, 2023
Jon Conklin

How to Keep a Horse Cool: Smart Hosing, Heat Relief, and Better Recovery Habits

A cleaner guide to cooling horses after work, smarter hosing habits, and how IceBath™ fits...
Coconut-Based Surfactants in Horse Shampoo: Ingredient Context
Coconut based surfactants in horse shampoo ingredient context cleansing and label reading
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March 5, 2023
Jon Conklin

Coconut-Based Surfactants in Horse Shampoo: Ingredient Context

A plain-language guide to coconut-based surfactants in horse shampoo, including cleansing context, coat checks, bathing...
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Jon Conklin, Founder of Draw It Out® Horse Health Care Solutions

Founder Jon Conklin answers real riders’ questions about recovery, show prep, and natural performance care. If you’ve got one for him, send it in — it might show up right here next month.

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What makes Draw It Out® different from other liniments?

We’re show-safe, sensation-free, and naturally-derived. No menthol, alcohol, or burn — just deep relief built to perform. I made it because I was tired of seeing good horses react to harsh ingredients. Every batch has to pass one test: would I use it on my own horse?

Can I use Draw It Out® right before a show or event?

Absolutely. That’s what it’s made for. There’s no tingle, scent, or banned substance risk — so you can apply it before, during, or after competition without worrying about irritation or compliance issues.

How often should I apply the gel for best results?

Use it daily for maintenance and after heavy work or hauling for recovery. Massage a thin layer directly into legs or sore areas — no need to rinse. The gel absorbs fast and leaves zero residue under wraps or boots.

Is it safe for sensitive-skinned horses?

Yes — that’s one of our core values. Draw It Out® is free from menthol, witch hazel, dyes, and alcohol, so even the most sensitive horses get the relief they need without reaction or drying.

What’s next for Draw It Out®?

We’re always developing better ways to care for horses — from advanced recovery tools to new naturally-derived topicals. But we’ll never sacrifice our roots: show-safe, sensation-free relief for real riders.

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