How do you get rid of the little 'prickles' left over from clipping?

Question

I clipped my horse the other day, but after I was done there were still little 'prickles', about an eighth to a quarter inch long left on her muzzle and chin. Is there any way to get rid of these? The clipper won't cut them any closer

Answer 1

if your horse is calm, then you can try scissors with rounded ends (not pointed).

Answer 2

Determine first how important it is to make the prickles go away.  Are you doing this for a show or just to make them look nice for every day?

If you absolutely need a clean crisp clipping:

First, use the smallest blade possible (I use a 45 when clipping muzzels.  Next, try putting after shave lotion on after clipping - try to find one with out alchohol or  it's going to sting a bit so be prepared for them to balk.  The sting only lasts a moment and if you remain calm and speaking in a soothing, encouraging manner they should be fine.  I always offer lots of love both during and after (ok, just plain always).

Answer 3

there are these little purple razors they make for horse muzzles and theyre just like disposable razors and they work so well. i dont even like to use the electric ones unless im doing the ears