A grooming kit works best when each brush has a clear job. Start with what the horse needs and what is already in the kit, then choose a body brush, a softer option or a finishing brush to fill the gap.Choose by the grooming jobGrooming jobWhat to look forHaas choicesLoosening dry dirt and loose hairA curry comb used with pressure the horse finds comfortableAdult Plastic Curry CombBrushing dirt out of the body coatA body brush for the main part of the groomCavaliere or ParcourA softer grooming stepSoft bristles and a size that is easy to controlFellglanz or Noir SmallFinishing a clean coatA soft finishing surface for the last passDiva ExklusivMane and tail groomingA separate brush for working through small sections of hairBlack Mane and Tail BrushHow Cavaliere, Parcour and Diva differCavaliere has a longer outer border and a shorter centre. The bristles work together to lift dirt through the coat and brush it away. Parcour is a classic body brush with a grey and black bristle mix. Either can provide the main body-brushing step, with pressure adjusted to the individual horse.Diva Exklusiv has a soft Mattes lambskin centre and is intended for finishing once the main dirt is removed. The body brush and finishing brush therefore do different parts of the same routine. See the manufacturers Cavaliere specification and Diva Exklusiv specification.What about white and grey horses?Haas also makes the Schimmel brush with firm plant-fibre bristles for dirt and stable stains on lighter coats. Use pressure the horse accepts and choose a softer brush for delicate or bony areas. You can check the products availability on our Haas Schimmel page.Buying a grooming giftAsk which brush the owner reaches for every day. If they already have a body brush they like, a finishing brush can be a useful addition. If they are building a kit, a body brush and curry comb cover the first stages. Check that the brush size and hand strap suit the person using it.For a simple finishing gift, see Diva Exklusiv. For an everyday body-brushing option, see Cavaliere.Use and careBrush in the direction of the coat and watch the horses response. Keep firmer tools on suitable fleshy areas and use softer brushes for sensitive areas. Clean hair and dust from the brushes regularly, follow the care instructions for their materials and let them dry thoroughly before putting them away.For a full routine, read our seasonal horse grooming guide or browse horse grooming equipment.