Which statement about grooming the coat is true?

• A. Regular grooming can harm the coat.
• B. Grooming will not affect shine.
• C. Grooming removes dirt only.
• D. Regular grooming will make the coat shine.

Answer: (D)

Regular grooming improves the coat’s appearance because it distributes the horse’s natural oils along each hair and smooths the hair surface. When you curry to loosen dirt and dead hair, then brush, you remove debris and spread oils from the skin down the hair shaft. This oil distribution plus the smoother hair cuticle helps light reflect off the coat, making it look shiny. Regular grooming also removes sweat and dust that can dull the coat, and stimulates circulation to keep the skin healthy, supporting a glossy finish. If grooming is done correctly, it won’t harm the coat and it does more than just remove dirt.