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Definition of Brushing

By Katherine Blocksdorf, About.com

Definition: If you groom your horse you could also be said to be brushing it. However, when a horse strikes the inside of one leg with another that is also called brushing. Brushing can be caused by fatigue, poor conformation, lack of balance or overgrown hooves or shoes. Brush boots are made to protect horses who are prone to brushing.
Also Known As: Interfering
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