In the past, many horse owners and trainers did not bathe horses because they were afraid of stripping the bacteria and natural oils from the horse's coat. As more horses are being used in competition, they must look and be clean so horses are being bathed on a more regular basis, especially during the summer months. There's nothing better than a clean horse, so you want to be sure that you are bathing them correctly to preserve the natural oils and bacteria on the horse's skin. Read more at:Pets: Horses Articles from EzineArticles.com