Is it bad that I want to full clip my horse

[Celtic Jewel]

My horse has gotten very woolly as she gotten older she has grown very thick winter coat and it only September . I am already struggling to groom the dirt off her I know it’s going to get worse in October. I only normally do a high Irish clip but I am considering doing a full clip ( half a head and legs on) as she is very woolly and sweaty then normal . I also seen the benefit full clipping that people aren’t waiting for ages for their horses to dry from getting wet in the rain to throw a rug on or they don’t have deal with horses shedding for months.

 

[Timelyattraction]

Fine aslong as you rug appropriately for your horse?

 

[rhino]

My old Cushing’s lad did so much better clipped out, lack of thermoregulation ability meant I could keep him more comfortable with rugging to suit the weather.

 

[PinkvSantaboots]

I full clip mine all years round I just leave legs and half head and they basically live out and cope fine.

 

[asmp]

I clipped mine who has Cushings with a full clip a few weeks ago. You could always use Covercoat blades like I did.

 

[Equi]

The only reason I haven’t clipped mine yet is his rug is at the cleaners. I’m gathering my bits n bobs in preparation.

 

[AdorableAlice]

My horse has gotten very woolly as she gotten older she has grown very thick winter coat and it only September . I am already struggling to groom the dirt off her I know it’s going to get worse in October. I only normally do a high Irish clip but I am considering doing a full clip ( half a head and legs on) as she is very woolly and sweaty then normal . I also seen the benefit full clipping that people aren’t waiting for ages for their horses to dry from getting wet in the rain to throw a rug on or they don’t have deal with horses shedding for months.

Do whatever makes your horse more comfortable, she will be grateful. The climate is so odd we don't have normal temperatures anymore. I clip my 30 year old cushing horse all year round and simply rug as appropriate for his comfort. It is far easier to rug and keep comfy than it is to deal with skin sores, itching etc.

This afternoon I have clipped 2 heavyweight bog cobs, they are both on their 4th clip (full inc legs/head) since August. Both will need doing again (sigh !) in 2 weeks and every 2 weeks until January, when hopefully, we can go to every 4 weeks until Spring. They are clipped all summer too.

 

[Vodkagirly]

As long as you have the appropriate rugs, and spares in case of emergencies, go for it. Sounds like it will suit both you and the horse.

 

[Mrs B]

Yup - fully clipped my 20 yr old Cushings lad over a week ago.

He's much more comfortable and finding his work easier as a result.

 

[equinerebel]

I fully clip my mostly retired mare. It’s easier for us both! Go for it

 

[ponynutz]

I used to full clip mine because it made my life easier in spring and I preferred the way it looked. As long as you rug appropriately it's fine

 

[santas_spotty_pony]

No as long as they are rugged appropriately. I fully clipped my 25 year old last year except for half a head and legs as he was getting sweaty and has to be sedated to be clipped so it was just quicker and easier. He has plenty of rugs, etc.

 

[94lunagem]

Do whatever is best for your horse. I fully clipped my 28 year old heavy for the last few years of his life, once he started having trouble regulating his own coat. He was far more comfortable for it. Just rug accordingly.

 

[blitznbobs]

If in doubt clip it out… I find it easier to control their temperature and keep them warm and dry if I can rug them tbh… old fashioned maybe but it is so much easier to do if you ask me especially if stabled at night

 

[Boulty]

I am planning to take everything apart from legs & head off mine in the probably misguided hope that rehab shall continue & if it does I’m not spending half my life chiselling mud off.

If I do not take all the hair off he’ll be way too warm with a rug as I generally Irish clip & don’t rug.

If we come to the decision to retire him then clipping shall cease (I reckon it shall be a 4 weekly activity throughout winter otherwise)

I’m not looking forward to the actual shaving… it’s YEARS since I’ve had to do rear leg lines so god knows how that’s going to look. Debating trying to clip a silly shape on his arse but not sure what to do that I won’t screw up!

 

[PinkvSantaboots]

I am planning to take everything apart from legs & head off mine in the probably misguided hope that rehab shall continue & if it does I’m not spending half my life chiselling mud off.

If I do not take all the hair off he’ll be way too warm with a rug as I generally Irish clip & don’t rug.

If we come to the decision to retire him then clipping shall cease (I reckon it shall be a 4 weekly activity throughout winter otherwise)

I’m not looking forward to the actual shaving… it’s YEARS since I’ve had to do rear leg lines so god knows how that’s going to look. Debating trying to clip a silly shape on his arse but not sure what to do that I won’t screw up!

I find a heart the easiest ❤ or lightning zig zag draw it on with chalk first or you can buy stencils.

 

[MissTyc]

I think the reluctance to full clip horses that live out comes from the olden days when rugs were rubbish and the heavy ones tended to rub and be a deadweight on their backs. These days with modern materials, it's really not something i give a second thought. Many horses are more comfortable fully clipped, so why not. You can even get rugs with heavier backs and lighter chest, side & neck

 

[Carrottom]

If mine ate living out, I tend to clip under the jaw rather than half head, and leave a couple of inches behind the ears where the rug doesn't cover.

 

[Debsflo1]

Why would it be bad,?
Mine has a full clip every 3 weeks or so to keep her comfortable

 

[Celtic Jewel]

The reason why I am saying it my horse is technically isn’t in enough work to warrant a full clip. she ridden 5 days a week and mostly hacking but I found last year she getting very itchy . It takes an age to dry her and it’s getting difficult to groom her this year is the worst She has a massive coat already. Basically I want to clip her out to make my life easier and I think my horse would be happier but I now so old fashioned people will say you’re horse has to soaking wet and worked very hard to warrant full clipping .

Why would it be bad,?
Mine has a full clip every 3 weeks or so to keep her comfortable

 

[southerncomfort]

No, your doesn't have to be in very hard work to warrant clipping.

I clip my Fell pony, although just an Irish clip in winter, because he grows a very thick coat, and gets very hot and sticky even during a short hack.

 

[Hazkirbo]

The reason why I am saying it my horse is technically isn’t in enough work to warrant a full clip. she ridden 5 days a week and mostly hacking but I found last year she getting very itchy . It takes an age to dry her and it’s getting difficult to groom her this year is the worst She has a massive coat already. Basically I want to clip her out to make my life easier and I think my horse would be happier but I now so old fashioned people will say you’re horse has to soaking wet and worked very hard to warrant full clipping .

I full clip Harley all year round; regardless of his workload. He gets very hot and itchy. Easier to groom and nicer for your pony! As others have said, you can always rug up!

 

[CastlelackSportHorses]

My WBx Selle Francias is fully clipped all year round as she doesnt cope well with the heat, my TBxWb was fully clipped 3 weeks ago! I cant deal with hairy horses.