General Care of Your Pony Herd

So you want to take the best care of your pony?

Here are some tips to keep your ponies looking their best!

Common Pitfalls (ie. don't do this to your pony!):

1) Never store your ponies where it gets hot. They will get more age spots and other nasty things!

2) Never leave saddles and bridles on your ponies while they are stored. That will give them saddle sores which look like pink highlighter stains.

3) Never leave your pony in the tub, or otherwise wet for a long period of time. They will mildew on the inside, as well as getting rust all over their tail from the metal washer inside. If you would like to prevent tail rust forever, please see the Serious Hair Help page.

General Pony Washing Instructions:

1) Rinse your pony in hot water.

2) Shampoo with Baby Shampoo or something else mild and not too fragrant.

3) Rinse with hot water.

4) Apply generous conditioner, something thick and cheap, like Tres Semme. Let sit for a couple minutes.

5) Comb out any nasty tangles at this point!

6) Rinse this time with COLD water and towel dry your pony. Turn it nose up so the tail is the lowest point and squeeze the pony while using a hand towel to snag any escaping water.

7) Style your pony's hair and set it aside to dry in a warm and dry place. Outside in mid-summer with the humidity is not ideal, nor is the basement. Instead opt for drying your pony on a windowsill or on the bathroom counter. For styling tips see the Serious Hair Help page.