By Ruthann Smith View Printable PDF Does your horse look like a mouse or the great pumpkin? Is he wearing corduroy? No, that's not in this season, either. Good news: It is easier to clip horses so they come out glassy-looking. To optimize, simply take the principles outlined here into account. Principle: Dirt, dander, scurf and residue make blades heat up, wear out quickly and leave lines. Hot blades teach horses to disagree with trimming and clipping. Invariably this slows you down. A dirty coat and dull blades yield clip lines. This horse is half clipped. Can you tell? Healthy, well-maintained coats stay shiny. Preparation Curry Frequently Vigorous currying before and after riding: increases circulation, promotes...