Step 4. Make contact. Slowly and gently rub your mare's shoulder with the clippers. If she gets upset at the first touch of the clippers, stop, and let her relax. Then start over again. Repeat this step until she stays calm as you rub her shoulder.
Step 5. Move to the neck. Gradually move the clippers up to your mare's neck, and rub her neck gently. If she stays relaxed, gently work your way toward her head area. This may take several tries, so be patient. Don't force her to accept the clippers at any point of this exercise.
Step 6. Move to the head. Slowly and gently rub your mare's muzzle, bridle path, and general head area with the clippers. After you make contact with each new area, stop, allow her to relax, and tell her she's a good girl.
Step 7. Turn on the clippers. Ask your mare to accept the clippers while they're running. To do this, repeat Steps 1 through 6 with the clippers on. Then, clip your mare!
