Brush and comb your horse’s coat, then use the hoofpick to clean its feet. The game connects this care to avoidable problems such as saddle sores and hoof abscesses, so it pays to check your horse before you tack up.
Check the Horse Before You Ride
Start with the horse you plan to train. Look over the coat and hooves so you know which care tools you need before you leave the stable.
Use the Right Grooming Tool
The brush and comb handle coat grooming. Switch to the hoofpick for feet instead of stopping as soon as the coat looks clean.
Make Care Part of Competition Prep
Check for dirt before entering a competition. The developer has described losing Prestige when you compete on a dirty horse, so this is a useful check even when the horse meets the event’s training requirements.
See the official Horses of Hoofprint Bay Steam page for game information.
FAQ
Does grooming replace hoof cleaning?
No. Use the hoofpick for the hooves after checking the coat.
Why clean up before a competition?
Horse cleanliness can affect the stable’s Prestige when competing.
Does this prevent every injury?
No. Treat any injury that appears through the game’s own care interactions.