Surprisingly Simple and Effective Solutions for Horses to Look, Feel, and Perform Their Best
Good grooming is about much more than appearance. Healthy skin, manageable manes and tails, and comfortable horses make daily work easier and support both wellbeing and performance. On Tuesday, January 13, HorseGrooms welcomes Ruthann Smith, founder of Lucky Braids Hair & Skin Care, for a MeetUp focused on smarter, more effective grooming routines.
This session is designed for grooms and equestrians who want reliable results without overcomplicating their day. Ruthann’s approach is grounded in experience, observation, and proven practices that prioritize the horse’s comfort while saving time and effort in the barn.
What This MeetUp Will Cover
Ruthann will share practical, game-changing tips that help prevent common grooming frustrations and improve daily horse care.
Skin Care and Protection
Learn how to treat and protect skin to reduce issues such as scratches, bumps, rainrot, mud fever, itching, rubs from boots or blankets, hair loss, and sensitivity to bugs. The focus is on prevention, not constant fixing.
Caring for Grey Horses
Grey horses do not have to be a daily battle. Ruthann will explain how to keep greys cleaner for longer, with routines that make stains easier to remove and reduce time spent scrubbing.
Healthy, Manageable Tails
Discover how to support full, healthy tails that stay manageable. Think fewer tangles, more volume, and shavings that shake out instead of sticking for days.
Clipping Without Irritation
Learn how to clip without creating bumps or irritation, while also extending the life of clipper blades. Small changes can make a big difference for both horse comfort and equipment longevity.
Bathing Alternatives
When the weather is cold, wet, or time is short, bathing is not always an option. Ruthann will share effective alternatives that keep horses clean and comfortable without over-washing.
Why This Session Matters
Ruthann’s philosophy is simple. When horses are comfortable in their skin, everything else becomes easier. Grooming routines become more efficient, horses feel better, and small issues are less likely to turn into ongoing problems.
This MeetUp is not about quick fixes or trends. It is about understanding what works, why it works, and how to apply it consistently in real barn life.
Event Details
HorseGrooms MeetUp with Ruthann Smith of Lucky Braids
Date: Tuesday, January 13
Time: 6 to 7:30 PM
Location: Corro Store, 13501 Pierson Rd, Wellington, FL
Sponsor: Lucky Braids Hair & Skin Care
Cost: Free and open to everyone. Non-grooms who are able to support HorseGrooms’ mission are welcome to make a voluntary donation.
RSVP is required.
Please RSVP through the HorseGrooms Community, where all updates will be shared.
Those who prefer not to join the community can RSVP on this Google Form.
This MeetUp is ideal for anyone who wants simpler routines, healthier horses, and grooming practices that truly support how horses look, feel, and perform.
HorseGrooms is a platform of resources, education, and support for grooms by grooms. This is an online community, hub of resources, and spotlight of industry highlights born out of love for the horse and love for the sport. But our mission goes beyond simply providing resources and creating content.
Our goal is to create a space to keep horsemanship alive; for grooms to support and educate each other; and to help advance the craft of grooming. HorseGrooms is dedicated to ambitious grooms everywhere.
