{"product_id":"mackey-hoof-pick-brush-with-metal-pick-16-5cm","title":"Mackey Hoof Pick Brush with Metal Pick 16.5cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMackey Hoof Pick Brush with Metal Pick - Two Tools in One\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Mackey Hoofpick Brush is a 16.5cm hand-held grooming tool that pairs a metal hoof pick with a stiff, inflexible bristle brush. It is made for horse owners, grooms and riders who pick out hooves every day and want to clear the sole and sweep it clean without swapping tools.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBest for daily yard use: picking out before and after riding, on bringing in from turnout, during mucking out and ahead of a farrier visit. Suitable for horses, ponies and cobs, whether shod or barefoot.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal pick\u003c\/strong\u003e for lifting compacted mud, grit, bedding and stones from the sole, frog and shoe\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInflexible bristles\u003c\/strong\u003e that sweep the hoof clear so you can inspect it properly\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombined design\u003c\/strong\u003e means one tool instead of two in the grooming kit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16.5cm length\u003c\/strong\u003e that fits a grooming box, pocket, tack locker or travel kit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple to rinse and dry\u003c\/strong\u003e between uses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more grooming kit in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-grooming\"\u003ehorse grooming collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMackey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHoof pick with brush\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePick material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBristle type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInflexible (stiff)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorses, ponies, cobs - shod or barefoot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eStand beside the horse facing the tail and run your hand down the leg to ask for the hoof.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport the hoof and use the metal pick from heel to toe, working away from yourself.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear the grooves either side of the frog and around the shoe, taking care not to dig into the frog itself.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTurn the tool over and brush the sole clean with the stiff bristles.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck the hoof and shoe for stones, cracks, heat or odour, then lower the hoof gently and repeat on each leg.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRinse the tool, shake out the bristles and leave it to dry before storing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the Mackey Hoofpick Brush?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt measures 16.5cm in length, which makes it compact enough for a grooming box, pocket or lorry kit while still giving a secure grip.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the pick metal or plastic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pick is metal, which helps it lift compacted mud, clay and stones that a plastic pick can struggle with.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the bristles soft or stiff?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bristles are inflexible, meaning stiff. They are intended for sweeping dirt off the sole of the hoof rather than for brushing the coat.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used on barefoot horses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It suits shod and barefoot horses and ponies. 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