Economical And Versatile Amigo Horse Rugs

By Jerri Perry


Amigo horse rugs (blankets) are one of life's conveniences that many take for granted. Today's owners put well-fitting, waterproof, breathable blankets on their animals, secure the straps, and send them outside for days and nights of comfort. This wasn't always possible, In fact, the Irish Horseware company revolutionized the industry with their standard-setting Rambo blankets and economy Amigo line.

Horses are naturally well-adapted to cold, surviving when cows or mules will die. However, man has changed things for domesticated horses, and it's often necessary to help the animals keep warm in the winter. A wild beast grows a shaggy coat for protection, but regular grooming and clipping lessens this natural barrier.

Clipping is done because the naturally heavy winter coat makes horses sweat too much when worked strenuously, as in the hunt field or in a serious schooling session. Cooling out a shaggy animal can be a long and tedious process, during which it can get sick if things aren't done properly. Over the years, people have tried to find an ideal way to keep clipped horses warm when they were stabled or turned out in the field. Cold weather was hard; rain and cold together were worse.

Layers of material were used: a thin cotton layer first, then a warmer woolen layer, and then a waterproof layer over all if the animal was to be turned out of doors. Early one-piece, insulated blankets usually leaked, especially after a few rains or after a washing, and they also were hard to keep in place. Horses developed rubbed or sore shoulders and sometimes got tangled in the straps meant to keep the blanket in place.

Horseware was the first to achieve a securely-fitting, movement enabling, warm, breathable, and truly waterproof rug. Their Rambo blanket changed the industry once and for all. Today they have added the Amigo line, which gives the same excellent design and comfort for less money than top-of-the-line Rambos.

Amigo is the Horseware budget line of turn-outs, stable blankets, fly sheets, and other equine equipment. The turn-outs are waterproof and warm, they breathe, and they stay in place just like the Rambos. They also wear well. Reviews from satisfied customers testify to the performance of these economical, well-designed blankets.

A blanket must allow horses to graze, run, or roll but still stay in place. It must not bind the neck or shoulders. Its straps need to be adjustable (since one size can never fit all). Straps must be loose enough to not bother the horse but tight enough not to let a foot or leg get under them. It's not easy to do all this, but Horseware has done it.

If you are on a budget but still want excellent performance and long-lasting protection, check out Amigo horse rugs, sheets, hoods, and other gear. Customer reviews show that many owners have been very happy with their purchases, both in fit and in seasons of wear. Keep your animals healthy and comfortable in the stall or in the field with these standard-setting products manufactured in Ireland and North Carolina.




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