Types Of Summer Horse Rugs and When to Use Them

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It can be overwhelming looking at all the different types of rugs available. Here we’ll take you through the different types of rugs commonly used in summer and the weather conditions for when you should use them.

 

Summer Sheet

This type of rug is exactly as it sounds… made for summer! Our summer sheets are designed to keep your horse comfortable in warmer temperatures with specific features made to protect your horse from the heat, sun and insects. Many of these rugs offer UV protection from the sun, but that’s not all the summer sheet is useful for. They’re also extremely popular to layer under rugs throughout winter, so you can keep your turnout rug nice and clean. An important point to note about summer sheets is that they shouldn’t be worn out in the rain. These rugs unfortunately aren’t waterproof and can make your horse colder when wet.

 

Mesh Rug

This type of rug has been designed for the summer months, to keep your horse protected from the harsh sun and annoying flies all while keeping them cool. Our mesh rug range offers a variety of different fabrics so you can find the best type for your horse. These are great for hot and slightly rainy conditions as they dry quickly and don’t hold water.

Bay horse in a paddock wearing ComFiTec Ripshield Plus Mesh RugBay horse in a paddock wearing ComFiTec Ripshield Plus Mesh Rug

Show Sheet

Worn pre-show or competition, show sheets are designed to keep your horse as clean as possible and protect plaits. Cotton show sheets have also become popular as everyday summer rugs.

 

Synthetic Turnout Rug

These are the best rugs for rainy days. We stock a huge range of turnout rugs for all seasons of the year. These vary from heavy (200g+) to medium (100-200g), and lite (0g) polyfill. Lite turnouts are best for rainy and mild temperatures in spring and summer.

Black horse standing in a field wearing WeatherBeeta ComFiTec Classic Standard Neck Lite turnout rugBlack horse standing in a field wearing WeatherBeeta ComFiTec Classic Standard Neck Lite turnout rug

Canvas Rug

These are rugs made from canvas material, which if you’re looking at our WeatherBeeta Canvas, is constructed from 60% cotton blend canvas. These rugs are waterproof and are most commonly used in-between seasons when weather conditions are unpredictable. The best thing about canvas rugs is they’re extremely breathable in mild conditions!

 

Cooler Rug

This type of rug works to help keep your horse warm whilst cooling them down after exercise. We have specific cooler rugs in the range that speed up the drying process after a sweaty ride. The new WeatherBeeta Air-Tec Cooler Standard Neck combines two styles of mesh for ultimate breathability and airflow during warmer conditions, making it the perfect cooler for the summer months. 

Grey horse standing in a stable wearing WeatherBeeta Air Tec Cooler Standard Neck rugGrey horse standing in a stable wearing WeatherBeeta Air Tec Cooler Standard Neck rug

Whatever the weather conditions in your area, Horseland has the biggest range, best brands, and best value rugs. From lite turnouts and summer sheets to breathable canvas and protective mesh rugs, we’re proud to offer the largest variety of horse rugs in Australia to keep your horse happy and protected through spring and summer. Head into your local Horseland store or browse our full range of rugs online.

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