Saturday, January 18, 2014

The Best Features Of Amigo Turnout Rugs

By Marissa Velazquez


Horses need a lot of equipment and it can be quite expensive. Shopping for bargains is an excellent idea that can save the owners a lot of money. Some of the best sales are right after the holidays when stores are trying to clear out the inventory for the new year. This is probably the best time to shop for an Amigo turnout blanket to keep a horse or pony warm and clean all winter long.

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.

Owners that choose not to stable their animals in the winter will have to make arrangements to give them at least minimal shelter. Most people have run in sheds or field shelters where the horses can get out of the worst of the weather. These horses will also need a good thick blanket to keep them warm and dry. Rain is one of the worst things for horses. If they get soaked and the temperatures drop they can often suffer severe health problems.

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.

There are some great deals on rugs from the Amigo company. Shopping on line is one of the best ways to have plenty of choice at excellent prices. The rugs are available in a variety of weights and colors. Some people prefer the traditional dark blue or green rug, whilst others love the fun and funky new shades with purple, pink and red being very popular.

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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