Thursday, January 16, 2014

Various Kinds Of Horse Rugs

By Marissa Velazquez


Horse rugs are essential garments put on horses to protect them in various situations. Some of them are made of heavy materials to keep the horses warm during winter while others are made from light materials to protect the horse against various things. These garments normally come in various types, that one can use.

Stable rug is among the most popular products used to keep the stallion warm in the winter. These blankets come in various sizes, shapes and designs. The materials used to make these products are usually not waterproof hence; people should use it alongside other rugs in order to ensure their animals can get enough warmth and protection.

If you want to secure your horses from insect irritations, flysheet can be the best option. This rug is designed to withstand the biting of various insects, and to keep your house safe from the irritation of such bites. People can also use this rug if they want to keep their animal clean and secure from sunburns.

Turnout is another form of garment that is designed in varied thicknesses and styles. These products are designed differently to be useful in different periods of the year. Some are light enough to be used in summer while others are thick to keep your animal warm during winter. Others are made of medium lightweight materials to be used in autumn and spring.

Exercise sheets are other popular types of stallion garments. These are worn from the lumber of the animal to its rear position. In most cases, they are designed to keep your animal dry and warm when being ridden. Most of them come in varied thicknesses and styles to meet the needs of each customer.

Anti-sweat rugs are mostly designed with cotton mesh. The main purpose of these mats is to secure your animal from irritations caused by flies and other biting insects. Some of these mats are supplied with surcingle to keep them firm on the animal when in use. Manufacturers supply these products in varied sizes and thicknesses for consumers to choose their favorite ones.

Another common type of rug is the fleece sheets. These are designed from versatile materials that enable them to be used in a variety of locations. They are usually breathable and warm which enables the stallion to have a wonderful time when putting it on. They are available in different colors that make the animal look more beautiful.

Prior to buying any of the above-given horse rugs, it would be important to measure the size of your stallion correctly. This is probably because; the wrong size of the blanket would cause discomfort and other problems to your animal such as restricting movement if it is small besides causing soreness on the animal. In addition, large materials would fall off as the animal moves and this would be a great bother to the person using such animals. You need also to consult with your seller to know the best model that can be more effective as per your locations.




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