{"product_id":"hy-equestrian-progroom-vivid-dandy-brush-for-horses","title":"Hy Equestrian Progroom Vivid Dandy Brush for Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHy Equestrian Progroom Vivid Dandy Brush\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Hy Equestrian Progroom Vivid Dandy Brush is a stiff-bristled grooming brush that lifts mud, dried sweat and stubborn dust from a horse's coat. It is best for the first stage of grooming on horses and ponies, especially field-kept animals coming in caked in winter mud, and is used before a body brush and finishing cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMade with stiff PP bristles and finished in a bright, vivid colourway, it is easy to spot in a shared grooming kit on a busy yard.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStiff PP bristles\u003c\/strong\u003e that shift caked mud, dried sweat and ingrained dust\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-stage grooming tool\u003c\/strong\u003e to use ahead of body brushing and finishing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVivid colour finish\u003c\/strong\u003e so each rider's brush stays easy to identify\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday yard use\u003c\/strong\u003e for stabled and field-kept horses and ponies\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple to clean\u003c\/strong\u003e — knock out, rinse and air dry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHy Equestrian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRange\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgroom Vivid\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\u003eStiff PP (polypropylene)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimary Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemoving mud, dried sweat and dust\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorses and ponies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinse in clean water, air dry bristles down\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 pick out the feet before you start grooming.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStarting at the neck, work the dandy brush over the coat in short, flicking strokes in the direction of the hair.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMove down the shoulders, body and quarters, using a lighter touch over bony areas and sensitive skin.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAvoid the face, and take care around the mane, tail and any clipped or thin-coated areas.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFollow with a body brush and cloth to bring out the shine.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnock out loose dirt, rinse the bristles and stand the brush bristles down to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more grooming kit in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-grooming\"\u003ehorse grooming collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a dandy brush used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA dandy brush is the first brush used in a grooming routine. Its stiff bristles lift mud, dried sweat and dust out of the coat so a softer body brush can then smooth and shine the hair.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this brush too harsh for a sensitive horse?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe PP bristles are stiff by design, which makes them effective on mud but firm on the skin. On thin-skinned or clipped horses, use light pressure and keep to the muscular areas of the body, switching to a soft brush elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used on ponies and youngsters?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It suits horses and ponies of all types. With youngsters, introduce the brush gently and keep strokes light until they are settled with being groomed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean the dandy brush?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTap out the loose dirt and hair after each groom, rinse the bristles in clean water when they become clogged, then stand the brush bristles down to air dry. Avoid prolonged soaking and direct heat.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it on a muddy, wet coat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt works best on a dry or nearly dry coat, as dried mud brushes out far more easily than wet mud. Allow a wet, muddy horse to dry off first, then brush.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Hy Equestrian\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eHy Equestrian makes practical, everyday equestrian equipment for riders and yards across the UK, including grooming brushes, stable essentials and rider accessories built for regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e { \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [ { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is a dandy brush used for?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"A dandy brush is the first brush used in a grooming routine. 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