lundi 20 janvier 2014

The Amigo Turnout Rug For Horses

By Marissa Velazquez





During the cold winter months many people need to purchase a thick warm blanket for their horse or pony. This is especially important for the breeds that do not grow a thick winter coat or for an animal that has recently been moved north. It takes several years for them to make the adjustment and in the mean time they will benefit from an Amigo turnout sheet or rug.



Some breeds of horses, particularly thoroughbreds, do not grow a thick winter coat. They often need some extra help to stay warm and getting them a thick rain proof rug for when they are turned out in the field is an excellent idea. Owners will not have to worry about finding their animals shivering in the rain or snow again.



For many years horse clothing was very difficult to take care of. The materials were stiff and could not be washed. This meant that they had a very short life and many were ripped and quickly had to been thrown away. Horses tend to play rough and will often grab the other horses rugs and pull on them sharply. In addition, they quickly rotted and were not waterproof.



Using a good turn out blanket will also save hours of grooming time. Horses that are ridden in the winter are often clipped to remove their heavy winter coat and prevent excessive sweating. They will need several blankets to compensate for their loss of coat. A good water proof outdoor rug is essential. There are many different thicknesses of blanket available.



Most of the new rugs are made from strong but light polyester. This makes them not only easy to use, but they repel water and dry quickly. They are treated with a combination of products that makes them truly wind and water proof. At the end of the winter they can be machine washed and line dried. Most people find they can get season after seasons use out of every rug.



The latest style Amigo rugs are extremely well designed. They have front leg closures that allow the animal freedom of movement and will not cause rubbing or chaffing. The polyester lining is easy to clean and can actually help to polish and shine the horses coat. The fabrics are breathable which help to prevent unnecessary sweating.



Turn out and stable rugs are available from most retail horse stores. Many of these places have been in business for years and provide excellent service for their clients. Their staff are very helpful and can give customers advice on which is the best type of blanket for their needs. It is not worth buying a really thick one for a small pony who will stay quite warm on his own.



There are some nice additions to the basic Amigo turnout rugs. The new neck guards are great for keeping a horse clean and dry all over. Tail guards are a nice touch especially for show horses who need to look good all the time. The light weight polyester filling is both warm and easy to machine wash and line dry.









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