{"product_id":"borstiq-shaped-arenga-horse-grooming-brush","title":"Borstiq Shaped Arenga Horse Grooming Brush","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBorstiq Shaped Arenga Horse Brush - Dense Natural Bristles for Mud and Grease\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Borstiq Shaped Arenga Horse Brush is a natural-bristle grooming brush with densely packed Arenga fibres that lift mud, dirt and grease out of the coat. It is best for riders and grooms who need a hard-working everyday brush for field-kept horses, muddy legs and post-ride cleanup, and it suits all coat types and textures.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe shaped body is designed to sit comfortably in the hand, and the head is slightly larger than the Borstiq Banana range - so you clear more coat per stroke without losing the control you need around contoured areas. Browse more grooming kit in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-grooming\"\u003ehorse grooming collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Arenga fibre bristles\u003c\/strong\u003e - dense and responsive, working into the coat rather than skating over it\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifts mud, dirt and grease\u003c\/strong\u003e - cleaner, smoother results with every pass, without harsh scrubbing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaped grip\u003c\/strong\u003e - contoured design for a secure hold during longer grooming sessions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlightly larger head\u003c\/strong\u003e - more coverage per stroke than the Borstiq Banana range, with precise control retained\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep-reaching bristle arrangement\u003c\/strong\u003e - lifts debris from base layers and preps the coat for finishing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll coat types\u003c\/strong\u003e - fine summer coats through to thick winter growth\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple care\u003c\/strong\u003e - rinse, dry thoroughly and store dry to protect the bristles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBorstiq\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaped horse grooming brush\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBristle Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Arenga fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBristle Density\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDensely packed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHead Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlightly larger than the Borstiq Banana range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll coat types and textures - horse, pony, cob, warmblood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDaily grooming, mud and grease removal, post-ride cleanup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinse after use, dry thoroughly, store in a dry place\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRomania\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eTie your horse safely and check the coat for dried mud, sweat marks and sensitive areas.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHold the shaped body in your palm so the bristles sit flat against the coat.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork in short, firm strokes in the direction of the hair, starting at the neck and moving back over the body.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse lighter pressure over bony areas such as the legs, hips and face region, and follow the horse's tolerance.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnock the brush out or flick it clear of debris every few strokes to keep the bristles working.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinish with a soft body brush to smooth the coat, then rinse the Arenga brush, shake it out and dry it bristles-down.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is an Arenga brush used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArenga is a stiff natural fibre, so this brush is used as a working brush to lift mud, dirt and grease from the coat before a softer finishing brush. It suits daily grooming and post-ride cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for sensitive horses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bristles are dense and firm rather than soft, so use lighter pressure on thin-skinned or clipped horses and over bony areas. For faces and very sensitive skin, a soft brush is more appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it compare to the Borstiq Banana brushes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe head on the Shaped Arenga brush is slightly larger than the Borstiq Banana range, so it covers more coat per stroke while the shaped body keeps handling precise.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work on thick winter coats?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is suitable for all coat types and textures, and the dense bristle arrangement reaches into the base layers of a thick coat to lift debris.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the brush be washed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse it after use, allow it to dry thoroughly and store it in a dry place. Avoid leaving natural fibres soaking, as this shortens bristle life.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it on ponies and cobs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The brush is suitable for horses, ponies, cobs and larger types, and hairy cobs in particular benefit from the dense Arenga fibres.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Borstiq\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eBorstiq produces grooming brushes that combine natural fibres with hand-shaped bodies, aimed at riders and grooms who groom daily. 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