What to Do if Your Horse Hates Mane Pulling
Why Not Just Give Your Horse a Haircut With Scissors?
When we pull our horse's mane, we want it to look tidy and natural. If you use scissors to cut your horse's mane, the result does not look natural at all (I'd say compare it to a little kid whose mom cut her bangs the night before school pictures). You know the look I'm talking about, and it's not a cute one. It definitely doesn't look natural!
The Traditional Method of Mane Pulling
The traditional method of mane pulling using a comb is a skill that takes time to perfect. Just like everything else with horses, the more you practice it, the better.
There are other facts that determine how hard it is to pull your horse's mane. For example, the type of hair they have.
- If it is thick and coarse, it can take longer and be harder to pull than a thin, fine mane would be.
- A thin and fine mane can be just as hard to pull just because it is hard for the comb to grip. Not to mention, if you have the technique down, it is really easy to pull a thin, fine mane too short and thin just because the hair comes out so easily!
Tips for New Mane Pullers
If you have never pulled a mane before, know that it is going to take some time to get the technique down. That being said, I would recommend not planning on pulling the whole mane at one time. Your fingers will get sore, and you will get frustrated. Plan on just practicing a little bit at a time.
