Soap Nuts ~ Pet Care
Cleansing Rinse (Shampoo) for Pets and Horses
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Pre-rinse horse with warm water.
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Add 200 ml of Soap Nut Liquid to wash bucket 1/2 full of warm water.
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Use a sponge or bathing mitt and wash horses as usual.
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Rinse.
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Will not strip haircoat of natural oils, maintaining shine. No need for conditioner
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Will not irritate skin or cause breakouts caused by harsh chemicals or synthetic shampoos
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For white legs, manes and tails, use concentrated.
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Make sure to keep away from the eyes
Horse and Pet Laundry
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Clothing - wash blankets in triple concentration of Soap Nut Liquid
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Other Laundry (saddle pads, leg wraps, bandages, etc.) - wash in double concentration of Soap Nut Liquid in hot water for white items
How to make Soap Nut Liquid (normal strength recipe)
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Boil 10-12 soap nuts in 6 cups of water for 30 minutes until it is boiled down to 4 cups.
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Put 1/4 cup liquid into the laundry.
Tip: its best to make smaller batches as it can spoil without preservatives.