Lions and Tigers and Tails...Oh My!

Have you ever seen those horses with those wicked (for those of you who don't under stand Maine State terms Wicked= very, really) long tails? Ever want to know how to grow one for yourself? Well here's my guide to growing a tail.

Step 1: Wash the tail well. Any dirt, debry, or soap residue will ruin the whole process.

Step 2: Put a SMALL amount of detangler/shine serum like Vetrolin Concentrate (sold at most tack shops) make sure you work it through the whole tail.

Step 3: Dry the tail. Both Blow drying, toweling, and air drying work. Note: If air drying make sure tail cant touch the ground and get dirty. Also, make sure the tail is DRY! an moisture in the tail when it's up can cause the tail to rot off, in less than a week.

Step 3: Braid the Tail. This is where things get tricky so it's important to do this exactly as I say. First seperate the top tail from the bottom, measure two thirds of the way down the tail bone and leave that part out so the horse can swish flies. Start your braid 2-3" from the bottom of the tail bone to allow for air flow. Now fold the tail up, pull the end through the gap below the tail bone leavin 6" from the top of the braid to where it folds, continue until the tail is all up. Now wrap the tail in cloth, cheesecloth works best and if using colored cloth saok it in warm water to get the dye out. Make sure the tail braid is covered and secure with electrical tape.

Never ever under any circumstances brush a growing tail. Pick with fingers only. Brushing= thin tail.

Good luck and happy growing!