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Awesome Points On How To Use Equestrian Rugs Correctly
If you love horses, then you know that you have to pay all your attention to their health and welfare. Horses feel the effect of weather just like we do and need to be protected from any ill effects when cooling down after vigorous exercise, whether relaxing in a stable or out in the pasture. There are many horse rugs available, designed for particular situations or circumstances and you should choose your products according to your demands on the horse and its living conditions.
Horse rugs are normally intended for use when the animal is at rest. There are different types of equestrian rugs - the turnout and the stable. The stable rug is used to keep the horse in comfortable conditions and when indoors and you can buy a variety of different versions according to your preference in thickness or weight. Choose your options wisely. For example, you might want to get one stable rug in an appropriate configuration, or if you happen to reside in a variable climate, you could get a variety of equestrian rugs chosen according to their various thicknesses, to be used in wintry conditions.
When you are fitting your rugs, make sure that they cover the animal substantially and can be secured using surcingles and fillet strings. Comfort is everything and please don't encroach on any of the animal’s most sensitive parts when you are setting it up.'s
When the horse is resting in the field, you should choose turnout rugs. Now you need to pay even more attention to the conditions, to ensure that the animal is protected and warm, with the right product. Turnout rugs are also designed to keep the beast dry and clean. The modern-day rug is composed of materials that are not only lightweight, but waterproof and good at maintaining internal temperature. Pay particular attention to fitment with good crossover underbelly connections and straps to the chest or rear legs.
If you live in an area prone to particularly inclement weather, you should consider a heavier duty equestrian rug, such as the New Zealand rug, which has been designed to guard against wintry conditions. Remember that you can also layer lighter weight rugs beneath to reach the desired level of comfort.
Try and avoid leaving any particularly wet rugs on a horse where at all possible and make sure that you groom the horse to get rid of any lasting dampness, especially in cooler weather conditions. It's difficult for the horse to maintain its internal body temperature if its coat is damp and matted and it will need a lot more energy just to be comfortable.
When a horse rug is not being used, it should be placed over a rug holder to dry out. These holders can be elevated or moved into an "open" position to allow for quick drying, before being folded back out of the way, storing your bulky rugs until you need them next.
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