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 Horse Turn Out Poly Web Halter 5 Sizes 4 Colors  US $9.95
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Turnout Rug Horse Protection Alternative
Every horse owner knows what a wonderful animal a horse is. Of course, tying it down and restricting its movements during rain and winter is not something that any horse owner likes. On the other hand, there is the aspect of protecting the animal too. A good solution to this predicament is the turnout rug. These protect the horse so that it can roam out in the open in all seasons.
When you go out looking for the perfect rug for your dearest horse, you will encounter multiple weight rugs, so which one would you choose. The idea is very simple. All the rugs are classified as heavy weight, medium weight and lightweight rugs. The weight is determined by the amount of filling in these rugs. Obviously, heavy ones have the most filling and provide the best protection in cold weather. The medium and light weights can be good for less severe weather and all are great for rains.
If the seasonal changes are quite drastic, then a single rug will not solve your problem. In that case, you can look at using layers to suit the weather. What you could do is purchase a good quality lightweight rug and some blankets or under rugs. If it starts to get too cold, just cover the horse with under rugs: more than one if necessary and finally to protect from the weather and wetness, cover it with the lightweight rug. That will solve the problem in extreme cold conditions. In summer rain, just use the lightweight rug and it will work just fine.
These turnout rugs tend to have pretty decent waterproofing features. So you really do not need to focus on that aspect. However, it is always better to go for a rug that has pretty durable water proofing so that you do not have to keep recoating it every season. The next important part is the comfort of the animal wearing these rugs.
Some rugs come in multiple pieces to cover different part of the horse body separately to ensure good movement. If you are purchasing such a rug, you must ensure that the piece of the rug that will cover the entire body is large enough to overlap individual smaller pieces too. This way there will be no exposed part on the horse to affect it adversely.
With the single unit rugs, you must ensure that they fit in properly on the horse. It should not restrain the horse or it would not enjoy the warmth the rug is supposed to provide. These must go well below the belly for real good protection in all weather.
Horses tend to graze near the fence and trees. The branches and spikes on the fences can shear the rug. So go for rugs that are rip resistant.
In conclusion, turnout rug is great accessories to have if you own horses. They are great for all weathers. They can protect your horse in rain as well as winters. A well select rug will give your horse the freedom to roam out in your farm all year round.
About the Author
Many horse owners choose to use a
turnout rug
when letting their animals out into the paddock during bad weather.
Horse rugs
help to protect your animal from rain and cold, without overheating.
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