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Horse blankets are part of most owners' basic horse equipment. With several choices on the market these days, you want to make an informed decision on your horse blanket purchase. Below are some basic blanket descriptions to help you navigate your way through all the options available at your local tack store or internet site.

• BREATHABLE - Allows the blanket to wick moisture away from the horse's body.

• CLOSED FRONT - Blankets that do not open at the chest. These blankets will need to be slid on OVER the horse's head (like a turtleneck sweater). Some horses are uncomfortable with this procedure at first.

• DENIER (D) - Outer layer of the blanket. A blanket with higher denier will be STRONGER and WARMER. If your horse will be with other horses, consider a higher denier to withstand bites, rips and tears.

• FILL - The amount of insulation in the blanket. Sometimes insulation is listed in grams and sometimes in ounces. A blanket with higher fill amounts will be warmer. Equine seniors and newborns may need more fill to keep warm.

• HEAVY WEIGHT - Blankets designed for very cold climates where the temperature goes below 20 degrees. They are 1200D or more and have more than 8OZ or 200G of fill.

• HOOD/ NECK COVER - These are usually separate pieces that will attach to rings/fasteners on your blanket.

• LIGHT WEIGHT - Blankets designed for spring/fall or mild winter climates where the temperature doesn't get below 40 degrees. They usually are 600D or less and have little or no fill.

• LINER - This is the layer next to the horse's body. Some liner options available are fleece, felt and nylon. Most blankets have a liner built in, but you can also buy them separately.

• MEDIUM WEIGHT - Blankets designed for cold climates where the temperature doesn't get below 20 degrees. They are usually 600D-1200D and have 8OZ or 200G of fill or less.

• OPEN FRONT - Blankets that open at the chest and have buckles or fasteners to close.

• SIZE - Proper sizing is very important. A blanket that is too big won't stay in place. A blanket that is too small will rub. To get the correct size, hold a measuring tape at the center of the horse's chest and move backwards to the center of the horse's tail (making sure you go around the fullest part of the horse's shoulders, barrel and hips). This will give you the size. Example 76". Some blankets will only come in even sizes; so if your horse measures a 75" you may have to go up to a 76".

• STABLE - These blankets are not waterproof or water resistant. They are intended for indoor use. They usually have a "quilted" look to them. You can use them outdoors in good weather, but if they get wet they can hold the moisture in like a sponge.

• TURNOUT - These blankets are either water resistant or waterproof. They can be used indoor or outdoor. They usually do not have a back seem (stitching running down back/top line of the blanket/horse). They are usually breathable. They usually have gussets at the shoulders to allow for freedom of movement.

• WATER RESISTANT & WATERPROOF - Water resistant may allow moisture to seep through. Waterproof should not allow moisture to seep through. Moisture can run down your horse's neck and into the blanket. A neck cover will help stop this from happening.

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Pessoa Striped Fleece Lightweight Stable Blanket $92.95 Keep your horse clean and stylish with the Pessoa Striped Fleece Lightweight Stable Blanket. This flashy blanket is an excellent choice for keeping your horse clean while at shows, for warmth on cool nights, or for providing an additional layer with other blankets.

Pessoa Dog Blanket $32.95 Pessoa Dog Blankets. Waterproof and breathable these fun Dog Blankets from Pessoa not only look adorable they'll keep your furry pal extra warm and dry.

Pessoa Summit Lightweight Horse Turnout Sheet 2010 $151.95 The Pessoa Summit Lightweight Horse Turnout Sheet is the toughest Pessoa Sheet yet Guaranteed to withstand the harshest conditions, this top of the line waterproof and breathable turnout sheet from Pessoa features an 2100 denier Teflon(R) coated ballistic weave(TM) ripstop outer shell.

Pessoa Legacy Overlay Girth $171.95 The beautifully designed Pessoa Legacy Overlay Girth is the most comfortable girth your horse can ever wear.

Pessoa Tundra Heavyweight Horse Turnout Blanket 2010 $232.95 The Pessoa Tundra Heavyweight Horse Turnout Blanket lives up to its name in keeping your horse warm in even the coldest conditions This top of the line waterproof and breathable turnout blanket from Pessoa features an 2100 denier Teflon(R) coated ballistic weave(TM) ripstop outer shell.

Pessoa Alpine Mid Weight Turnout Horse Blanket $185.95 The Pessoa Alpine Turnout Horse Blanket is fabricated in 1200 denier waterproof and breathable Ballistic Weave outer shell with enhanced breathability and 180 gram insulation.