How Often Should I Bathe My Horse?

Updated September 7, 2023

In this video episode of Ask the Vet, Dr. Gray and SmartPaker Sarah answer a viewer question about how often horses should be bathed and whether or not more frequent baths are good or bad for their health. Dr. Gray and Sarah also recommend some alternatives to bathing in cold weather.


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