Keeping our horses looking – and feeling – their best is important to every horse owner, and using one of the best horse shampoos is a great place to start. Whether your horse is grey or bay, unusually attracted to mud or has sensitive skin, there is a shampoo out there for him. You’ll find brightening and whitening shampoos, specific stain-removing options, gentle shampoos, shampoos with all-natural ingredients and medicated shampoos – there is a lot to choose from.
Waterless shampoos and stain removers are another option – and are particularly handy for spot stains or when it’s too cold to bath and you don’t have access to one of the best portable hot shower for horses.
Shampoo Hose Gun at amazon.co.uk
Put your shampoo in the soap bottle where it is automatically mixed with the water and then use the eight spray modes to wash your horse with ease.
Best horse shampoos
Absorbine ShowSheen 2-in-1 Shampoo And Conditioner
Sizes: 591ml | Washes per bottle: 12–15 | RRP: £11.49 |
This gentle formula deep cleans and conditions hair in one easy step. It contains pro vitamins to help nourish the skin and strengthen hair without the use of harsh chemicals. It has a targeted application cap and safety lid to prevent any spillages.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, viovet.co.uk or gsequestrian.co.uk
In the US? View now at chewy.com
Carr & Day & Martin Gallop Conditioning Shampoo
Sizes: 500ml, 1l, 5l | Washes per bottle: 5–10 | RRP: £7.10 for 500ml |
This shampoo removes dirt, grease and dust from your horse’s coat while adding condition. It’s suitable for regular use and has a low-foaming formula so it is quick and easy to rinse.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, viovet.co.uk, gsequestrian.co.uk, sportsdirect.com or gooutdoors.co.uk
In the US? View now at amazon.com or us.sportsdirect.com
NAF Teatree and Mint Shampoo
Sizes: 500ml | Washes per bottle: 25 | RRP: £9.99 |
This shampoo has been formulated with teatree for its antibacterial properties, so it can soothe the skin as it cleans.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, viovet.co.uk, gsequestrian.co.uk, naylors.com or sportsdirect.com
In the US? View now at us.sportsdirect.com
Hy Equestrian Magic Sparkle 2-in-1 Shampoo And Conditioner
Sizes: 500ml, 5l | Washes per bottle: 25 | RRP: £9.50 for 500ml |
This two-in-one shampoo and conditioner includes vitamin B5 to help internally strengthen the hair and repair damage, and wheat germ extracts for a smooth finish.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, viovet.co.uk or gsequestrian.co.uk
Science Supplements Moisturising Shampoo
Sizes: 500ml | Washes per bottle: 20 | RRP: £11.99 |
This shampoo hydrates and strengthens sensitive skin and dry, damaged hair. It is rich in keratin, wheat protein and D-panthenol, which keep the coat, mane and tail glossy and smooth. It can be used as a warm water wash, hot towel wash for a deep clean, cold water wash providing a refreshing cleanse or a concentrated wash for areas requiring specific attention.
In the UK? View now at viovet.co.uk or gsequestrian.co.uk
Straight Arrow The Original Mane ’N Tail shampoo
Sizes: 32oz, 1gal | Washes per bottle: Not available | RRP: £12.58 for 32oz |
A great option for sharing – this Straight Arrow shampoo is popular for human hair, too, as it helps to achieve and maintain fuller, stronger, longer and healthier-looking hair.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, viovet.co.uk or gsequestrian.co.uk
In the US? View now at amazon.com or chewy.com
Supreme Products Conditioning Shampoo
Sizes: 500ml | Washes per bottle: Not available | RRP: £10.10 for 500ml |
This shampoo can be used on all colours and types of coat, leaving it shiny and in good condition.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk or viovet.co.uk
Wahl Dirty Beastie Shampoo
Sizes: 500ml, 5l | Washes per bottle: Not available | RRP: £7.99 for 500ml |
This concentrated, easy-rinse, vegan shampoo from Wahl is designed for use on dirty, thick or matted coats, leaving them clean, conditioned and manageable.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, viovet.co.uk, gsequestrian.co.uk or naylors.com
WildWash Equine Ultra Shine Shampoo
Sizes: 300ml, 1l, 5l | Washes per bottle: 10 | RRP: £14.95 for 300ml |
This shampoo uses the combined natural powers of star flower, myrrh and rosemary to soothe and condition the skin and coat, intensify the natural coat colour and leave a shine. It’s ideal for chestnut, bay and black coats.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk or viovet.co.uk
See Change Original Horse Shampoo
Sizes: 230g | Washes per bar: Not available | RRP: £16.99 |
This super-mild solid shampoo from See Change is enriched with argan oil and scented with pure lemon grass and tea tree oils. It comes in bar form, is 100% biodegradable and vegan.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk or viovet.co.uk
Cowboy Magic Shine In Yellowout
Sizes: 16oz, 32oz | Washes per bottle: Not available | RRP: £12 for 16oz |
This stain-removing shampoo neutralises yellow stains and brightens hair of all colours. It doesn’t contain any bleaches or peroxides but instead uses optical brighteners.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, viovet.co.uk, gsequestrian.co.uk or naylors.com
In the US? View now at amazon.com or chewy.com
Equine America Natural Shampoo
Sizes: 5l | Washes per bottle: 166 | RRP: £23.99 |
This gentle blend of cruelty free, paraben-free and sulphate-free ingredients is described as great at removing tough stains.
In the UK? View now at equine-america.co.uk
Fouganza Stain Remover Shampoo
Sizes: 500ml | Washes per bottle: 5–10 | RRP: £9.49 |
This pH neutral shampoo is rapidly dissolves dirt, lightens stains from urine, manure, and mud.
In the UK? View now at decathlon.co.uk
Leovet Silkcare Shampoo
Sizes: 500ml | Washes per bottle: 12–14 | RRP: £11.79 |
This shampoo contains silk proteins that bind with the skin and hair to support the natural structure and repel dirt and dust, while herbal substances and vitamins leave the coat looking shiny.
In the UK? View now at viovet.co.uk or gsequestrian.co.uk
Smart Grooming Lavender Shampoo
Sizes: 500ml, 5l | Washes per bottle: 50 from 500ml | RRP: £11.95 for 500ml |
This deep-cleansing shampoo contains added lavender oil, which help to gently soothe, moisturise and condition all skin types, while removing dirt and grease, leaving the coat looking healthy and shiny.
In the UK? View now at smartgrooming.com
Shires Ezi-Groom Neem Shampoo
Sizes: 450ml | Washes per bottle: Not available | RRP: £6.99 |
This shampoo from Shires contains neem oil and added coconut oil.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, viovet.co.uk, gsequestrian.co.uk or naylors.com
Nettex Everyday Conditioning Shampoo
Sizes: 1l | Washes per bottle: Not available | RRP: £12.49 | H&H Rating: 7/10 |
This low-foam, easy-rinse conditioning shampoo from Nettex leaves a shine without stripping the coat of its natural oils. It’s gentle and mild for daily use.
This Nettex shampoo scored 7/10 as part of our independent testing scheme – read the full review.
In the UK? View now at amazon.co.uk, viovet.co.uk or gsequestrian.co.uk
Cavalor Equiwash
Sizes: 500ml, 2l | Washes per bottle: 15–20 from 500ml | RRP: £15.99 for 500ml |
This highly concentrated, mild, pH-neutral shampoo is infused with vitamin B5 and glycerine to revitalise and hydrate.
In the UK? View now at viovet.co.uk
In the US? View now at chewy.com
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