Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Different Types Of Rambo Rugs For Your Horse

By Marissa Velazquez


Rambo rugs are widely used by horse owners to cover them. They shield the animal from harsh extremes of weather and the flies that keep irritating the horse. The cover is available in different types in terms of quality and design to obtain the desired protection.

These horse wears are available in different designs and materials and they can easily confuse you as to which is best for your horse. To make work easier and save on time when searching for these covering, then you need to know why you need them for. You also need to learn different types available in the market today, their characteristics and functions.

One of the things that you need to consider when purchasing turnout coverings is the climate of where you live. If the place is extremely cold, you have to ensure that the material you buy is able to keep your horse warm and comfortable even in the most chilly night. The warmth of a rug is determined by its weight and not thickness. Horse wear are available in different weight; there is light, medium and heavy weight. So one should choose based on the climate.

Neck coverings are used in the same way as the turnout type. They protect the head and neck of the horse from cold during winter season. They are available in standard neck shape or a combination of full and high size. This gives you a variation in versions for you to choose from.

After a covering has been put to use for a long time, they end up rubbing against the body of the horse. This explains the reason why another type of cover called the anti-rub vest and hood is used. They are made from special materials that enable them achieve the intended purpose. They have also been used to offer warmth to the animal.

The cooler or fleece type is used to cool the body of the horse. They are also very useful in removing sweat from the skin after going for a hard workout. This enables the horse to dry faster without becoming chilled. These coverings are available in different shapes and sizes to keep the horse dry, clean and warm. They can serve many purposes therefore, you can use them at shows, after exercise, In the stable, during the hot seasons and even when traveling.

Exercise sheets are short blankets which are made of fleece and they cover a quarter of the horse. They are ideal for warmth and they help to keep the horse dry during the cold season exercise. They have waterproof and breathable outer layers which enable them to be used during this season. Stable coverings are used to keep the horse warm while in the stable. They are made from a lighter material because they are not intended to be used in harsh cold weather. They are generally soft and flexible to enable easy movement in the stable.

The summer covering are strong and durable because they are made of cotton. They are used to prevent flies after a bath or a show. It is flexible in its use since it can be used during travels, at the stable or an under rug in cold weather to enable more warmth beneath another cover. The Rambo rugs are very important and should be bought in consideration to the intended use.




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