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07 October 2016

Leanne O'Sullivan on 07 Oct 2016

HORSE SENSE: A guide to rugs inside and out

Before you go to purchase a rug for your horse there are three things you need to know: your horses measurements, the type of rug you are looking for, and the weight of rug your horse requires

Leanne O'Sullivan

7 October 2016

A Berney lightweight stable rug suitable for wear throughout the summer months or as an under layer during the winter. It is 200grams in weight and has shoulder gussets for more freedom of movement for the horse

If you are looking at waterproof turnout rugs you should consider the denier rating - this is the durability of the fabric

This broodmare's tail had to be amputated as a result of injury after becoming entangled in the back strap of an all weather rug. During the summer months a false tail was attached (plaited) to the stump of the tail to help the mare swat flies

Important measurements for fitting a rug

THE horse rug market is so extensive, with rug technologies and fashion constantly evolving, making it difficult for us as horse owners to choose what type of rug will be sufficient in meeting our horse’s needs. If you are in the market for a horse rug I would advise that you go to your local tack shop or online shop of choice armed with three important details, these are:

1. Your horse’s measurements

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