Shopping For Good Value Horse Rugs

By Essie Osborn


Equestrian equipment can be very expensive. Many owners are on a budget and need to be careful about what they buy. They are always looking for good quality items at reasonable prices. On of the most popular ways to shop today is to go on line. People can find just about anything they want and also do some comparison shopping to secure the very best deals.

Horses need a huge amount of equipment. This begins with a basic saddle, bridle and halter. Those that show regularly will often need an entirely separate set of show tack. Riders also need well made clothing. The most minimal requirement is a well fitting helmet that conforms to all safety standards. Horses also need their own clothing and most will have a variety of horse rugs for every type of weather.

There are many excellent brands on the market today. Most owners have their favorites that they have been buying for years. These are often the mid range line, that is affordable yet still offer all the best features. Everyone is looking for a rug that is durable, light weight and washable.

When they no longer have a thick coat of their own the horse will need some warm and water proof blankets to keep them warm and comfortable. In addition, the animal will stay clean and this saves a lot of grooming time. Busy owners hate to have to spend hours brushing the mud off their horses before they can ride. It is very important as putting a saddle on a dirty back will cause painful sore spots and rubbing that may take weeks to heal.

Most summer sheets are fairly inexpensive and it is a good idea to have at least two sheets available. One for everyday where and one for shows. They are easy to machine wash and dry fast on the line or in the sun. If the owner is in a hurry they may be able to tumble dry the sheet, but they should check the washing instructions. Anything that is 100 percent cotton may well shrink.

The new line of equine clothing also has the crossed surcingle feature. This is a set of stitched in belly straps that cross and are held secure by snaps. In conjunction with detachable leg straps they help to keep the rug in place whilst eliminating pressure on the horses back. This has prevented many of the back problems caused by pressure points and also the rubbing caused by a badly fitting rug.

The new line of turn out blankets are available in either shower or water proof. The shower proof are for horses that are only turned out for a few hours each day and can be brought in if the weather gets bad. However, an animal that lives out all the time will need a much higher degree of weather protection.

Some rugs have a special lining that actually helps to polish the horses coat. This can be a real advantage in the show ring where every point counts. Riders are very happy to use the new style of horse clothing that is versatile, affordable and easy to care for.




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