The Best Features Of Amigo Turnout Rugs

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.

Horses must be turned out every day. Exercise is very important to keeping horses fit and well. It is also vital for their psychological well being. Horses are herd animals and really enjoy company. They should spend as much time as possible outside, nibbling on grass and stretching their legs. Even if they are not in regular work they need the daily exercise that time in the outdoors provides.

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.

A thin skinned horse such as a thoroughbred will need one of the heavy weight rugs and maybe even a liner underneath. A more rugged breed of horse will probably be fine with a lighter weight set of rugs. Even when they are in the barn they will still need stable blankets suitable to their breed.

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.

Before purchasing a new turnout rug it is crucial to measure the horse or pony properly. Most measurements are taken from the front of the chest all the way to the back of the tail. If the owner is not sure how to do this the customer service department will be able to help. They can then refer to the sizing chart and get the best fit for their particular animal.

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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