Whether you love it or dislike it, washing your animal is something that all livestock exhibitors have to do — regardless of the species! During this “Tips from Stock Show University®” article, Tess Mittag, Stock Show University® Manager, shares valuable tips and tricks to remember when you head to the wash rack with your show goat!
- Try to use warm water when washing your goat. This helps cut through dirt debris and oils more effectively than cold water.
- On wash days, use a Sullivan’s Mini Soap Foamer to apply shampoo and condition on your animal. The Sullivan’s Mini Soap Foamer makes washing faster, more efficient, and easier, plus can help you reach those hard-to-reach areas on your animal.
- Even though goats are considered to be one of the cleanest animals, they can get dirty. Use Sullivan’s Natural White shampoo on the goat’s body and legs to enhance their white color. To fight tricky stains, use Sullivan’s Knockout. If your goat just needs to be washed without any special reason, use Sullivan’s Rejuvenate Shampoo followed by Sullivan’s Hydrator Conditioner.
- When washing, don’t forget to wash the head! But be careful, avoid getting water in their ears.
- After applying the soap of your choice, comb the shampoo/conditioner in to train hair and to thoroughly clean and condition the hide and hair of the goat. You can do this with a Sullivan’s SMART Comb or SMART Scrub. Wash out thoroughly afterward.
- After washing, be sure you return your goat to a clean environment. To ensure their hide stays clean after washing, blanket your goat with a clean Sullivan’s Cool Tech or Tough Tech blanket.
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