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Orlaith Cuddihy on 27 Sep 2017

HORSE SENSE: Applying a tail bandage

Step-by-step guide to applying a tail bandage

Orlaith Cuddihy

27 September 2017

Place the bandage under the tail, with a few inches of unrolled bandage to the left and the remainder of the rolled bandage in your right hand.

Bring the spare piece of bandage down and make another turn over it so that the bandage is secure at the top of the tail. Continue bandaging down the tail, making sure your pressure is even throughout but not too tight

When you reach the end of the dock wind the bandage back up the tail a little to be able to feel the base of the dock. Tie the excess tapes, ensuring they are no tighter than the bandage itself. Neatly tuck away the ends of the tapes. Always tie the tape to the side of the tail as opposed to the middle to prevent injury. The tape should lie flat as opposed to a knot on the side of the tail to prevent further injury

Gently bend the tail into its natural position using your arm to do so. Ensure you are standing to the side of your horse to prevent being kicked

Fold the last role of the bandage over to hide the tapes and give a neat, tidy finish

Why would you use a tail bandage?

The tail bandage's main purpose is to protect the horse’s tail when travelling.

To keep the tail out of the way when clipping the horses coat.

The tail bandage can be used to shape the tail after washing or grooming prior to competing.

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