In the summer you can put a good breathable summer blanket on your horse. These blankets are usually used for the transition from winter to summer, or vice versa. For light horses it can also be very functional. This way your horse stays a lot cleaner in the summer.
summer rugs
Summer blankets always have the same model. Because you don't need to cover much of the horse in the summer for warmth, a neck is unnecessary.
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Dark bluesummer rugs
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Frequently Asked Questions about Summer Blankets
What size blanket should my horse have?
This is totally dependent on the build and withers height of your horse. We have put together a size chart as an indication that you can follow.
Height at the withers | Blanket size (bottom length) | Size of neck piece or mask |
<100 | 135 | XXS |
100-120 | 145 | XS |
121-130 | 155 | S |
131-140 | 165 | S |
141-150 | 175 | M |
151-160 | 185 | M |
161-168 | 195 | L |
169-175 | 205 | L |
175 > | 215 | XL |
When does my horse's blanket fit?
Your horse's blanket fits well when it fits well on all fronts. In any case, you start by closing the chest closure, then the surcingles and then the leg straps. The blanket should not hang over the tail attachment. It is better to have a few centimetres of buttock exposed than to have the blanket hang a few centimetres over the tail attachment. When a blanket hangs over, it slides backwards more quickly, creating chafing on the chest.
Can I wash my summer blanket myself?
Yes, that is possible. At 40 degrees in the washing machine without fabric softener. Do not put the blanket in the dryer.
What should I do if my horse sweats under the summer blanket?
Then of course the blanket can be taken off. When the perceived temperature rises above 25 degrees, it is better to take off the summer blanket.
My horse gets chafing on its chest. How can I solve this?
You can easily solve this with a chest protector.
Make sure your horse's blanket fits properly. Horses often get chafing when a blanket doesn't fit properly. If the blanket is too big, the blanket will hang over the tail at the back. The blanket can pull backwards, causing it to sit tightly around the chest. When the horse is then moving, it will start chafing.
When a blanket is too small, it is often too tight. Again, the blanket is too tight around the chest and again, the blanket will chafe when your horse is moving.
The buckles on my blanket are breaking. Can this be repaired?
Yes, a lot can be repaired. Buckles, girths, chest closures and tears or holes in the blanket. Replace it yourself, or have it repaired as soon as possible, so your horse can't hurt itself on the loose closures. Check out our workshop page for more information.