Horse Groom

As a horse groom, the worker will be responsible for and assist with the daily care of horses and preparation of horses for training as well as participation in horse shows. The workers will travel to competitions in order to help prepare horses for show rings. They have the responsibility to feed and water horses, clean, tack, bathe, brush, and clip horses, apply horse boots and prepare horses to be saddled for shows. They will clean horse's feet, apply/remove leg wraps/boots and saddle for training. Bathe/cool down horse after training/showing. Assist veterinarian while performing physical examinations by keeping the horse calm and under control. Assist the farriers as they inspect, remove, apply, adjust, and work with horse's hooves and shoes, by keeping the horse calm and under control. Clean/re-bed stalls. Hose down horse with cold/warm water. Wrap horse in brace or poultice bandages as necessary.