Wednesday, January 15, 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.

The various designs and materials used can easily confuse you so there is need to know what you require them for. This will make your work easier and enable you to save time. Mentioned below are some of the various types of these coverings available in the market in many different variations, characteristics and functions.

Turnout coverings are made from a material that assures warmth to the horse and comfort during the cold seasons. They are available in the market in different weight and thickness variations. There is the light weight type, medium and heavyweight. Their warmth is determined by the weight but not the thickness. So it is important to choose the one which is better suited in the type of climate you are in to keep your horse protected from cold.

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 other type is called cooler or fleece. These are used during the hot summer season to cool the body of the horse. Besides that role, they are used for wiping off the sweat from the horse skin after being involved in a hard workout. By using this rug, your horse dry faster without feeling chilled. These wears are available in different sizes and shapes and are very versatile. They can be used after exercise, when traveling, in hot seasons among other uses.

Exercise sheets are short blanket like material made of a cooler and they are only designed to cover like a quarter of the horse. They are used for warmth and are also known to assist with keeping the horse dry in cold weather when exercising. They are made of water proof material and a breathable out layer that makes it favorable for use during this season. Stable covering can be used to give warmth in the stable. They are not intended for the extreme weather because they are made of light material. They are usually soft and flexible for easy handling.

Summer coverings are made from cotton material which makes them strong and durable. They are used to keep flies away after the horse has taken a bath or after a show. It is versatile in its uses because it is also ideal when traveling, can be used as a stable covering or sometimes an under rug during the cold season to add an extra layer of insulation beneath other coverings. These Rambo rugs are very beneficial and it is important to choose the right one considering the weather, where to be used and the purpose of using it.




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