Horse blankets, you have so many types of horse blankets. This article describes each kind of blanket with its function.
This article describes what kind of blankets there are, with their function. It is of course useful to know what to do when it gets very cold. There is a blanket for every kind of weather.
Rain rug
The rain blanket says it all, this blanket is used for wet and damp weather. This blanket is not only to protect against the rain but also against the wind. These blankets keep the horse dry and warm. The water cannot penetrate into this blanket. A neck piece can also be purchased for optimal protection. This way your horse is completely protected against the wet weather here in the Netherlands. This blanket can also be used as a summer blanket which sounds very strange. Often these blankets are not thick and can provide protection against the sun. Very handy, because you don’t have to buy another summer blanket and that saves you money for something else nice.
Stable rug
The stable rug is used for the stable. These blankets are breathable and light. It is best to put on this blanket when the horse is shaved. The horse can hardly keep warm without a winter coat. It is often cold and draft in the stable. When the horse is stabled every day and you do not want a winter coat, it is necessary to use this blanket. This blanket cannot be used outside. This is because this blanket is not waterproof. It is possible to do this with a 0 gram rain blanket so that the horse is still protected against the rain. If you do not have a winter blanket, but you do have a stable blanket and rain blanket, this can also save costs.
Exercise rug
Exercise sheets are available in two different versions:
The exercise sheet that is waterproof is used for the horse with a sensitive back. This blanket is also often used for shaved horses. This blanket can be used when driving outside and in damp and wet weather with a lot of wind. This blanket protects the back while riding your horse.
The exercise sheet with fleece is used to get out and / or get in your horse. This blanket is not waterproof but protects your horse against the cold weather. When there is a draft in the tank, this blanket stops the win. This way your horse does not cool down too quickly when riding out. If it is very cold you can also protect the horse by putting on this blanket when riding in.
Winter blanket
It’s cold, it’s raining and it’s freezing. Time for a winter blanket. This blanket keeps the horse warm in the stable and in the pasture.
This blanket is like a second warm coat for the horse in the cold winter months. This blanket is often used to combat the winter coat. If you don’t want a winter coat, you can use this blanket. If you have ridden and get the horse out, this will take a very long time. When your horse is provided with a winter coat, it cools down quickly when getting out and it takes a long time for the horse to dry. You have these blankets in different thicknesses. It just depends on how cold it is outside. When it is very freezing, it is best to take a thicker blanket.
Summer rug / Fly rug
Blankets in the summer? Yes, blankets are also used for the summer. These blankets are used for horses that have sensitive skin and burn easily in the sun. The material used for these blankets protects the horse against UV light. This is also an aid for horses that are allergic to the culicoid mosquito and have summer eczema. You can get these blankets with a neck piece and a belly flap to optimally protect your horse.
Sweat blanket
The sweat blanket or fleece blanket is mainly used after driving. This blanket absorbs the sweat from the horse and keeps the horse warm. This so that the horse does not cool down too quickly. When the horse cools down too quickly and is still sweaty and goes outside in the cold, the horse can become ill. This blanket is highly recommended in the cold winter months after work. It is a nice warm blanket that is easy to wash.