{"product_id":"equi-sential-two-tone-dandy-brush-for-horses","title":"Equi-Sential Two Tone Dandy Brush for Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEqui-Sential Two Tone Dandy Brush\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Equi-Sential Two Tone Dandy Brush is a firm nylon bristle grooming brush made for lifting dried mud, dust and loose hair from a horse's coat. It is best for the first stage of daily grooming on field-kept and stabled horses and ponies, before you finish with a softer body brush.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIts two tone finish makes it easy to identify in a shared grooming kit, and the simple shape suits riders of all ages, including younger riders building their own kit. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/grooming\"\u003egrooming brushes and kit\u003c\/a\u003e to complete the set.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirm nylon bristles\u003c\/strong\u003e that shift dried mud, dust and loose hair from the coat\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo tone colourway\u003c\/strong\u003e so the brush is easy to spot in a communal tack room\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-stage grooming brush\u003c\/strong\u003e to use before a soft body brush\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical everyday shape\u003c\/strong\u003e that sits comfortably in the hand\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoubles up for equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e - useful on dried rugs, boots and numnahs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to rinse\u003c\/strong\u003e and air dry between grooming sessions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEqui-Sential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDandy brush\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBristle Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirm nylon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo tone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemoving loose hair, dust and dried mud\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorses, ponies and cobs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eTie your horse up safely and check the coat for any dried mud, sweat marks or loose hair.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStart at the neck and work down the body using short, flicking strokes in the direction of the coat.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork lightly over bony areas such as the hips and shoulders, and avoid the face and other sensitive areas.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnock the brush against your boot or a wall every few strokes to clear trapped hair and dirt.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFollow with a soft body brush to lift remaining dust and bring up the coat's shine.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRinse the bristles when clogged and stand the brush bristle-down to dry fully.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a dandy brush used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA dandy brush has firm bristles and is used at the start of grooming to remove dried mud, dust and loose hair from the horse's coat, usually before a softer body brush.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this brush too firm for a sensitive horse?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nylon bristles are firm by design. On thin-skinned or sensitive horses, use lighter pressure and keep to the hardier areas of the body, or switch to a soft body brush for the more delicate areas.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it on the face or legs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvoid the face. It can be used carefully on the legs to remove dried mud, using gentle pressure over bony areas.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for ponies as well as horses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The brush is suitable for horses, ponies and cobs, and the handle size suits both adult and younger riders.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean the brush?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShake or knock out trapped hair after use, rinse the bristles in clean water when they become clogged and stand the brush bristle-down to air dry. 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