Horseware Help For New Horse Owners

By Katrina Wheeler


As a new horse owner, deciding which horseware items are appropriate for you can be difficult. Entering into competition usually has a strong focus on appearance. This article will help you to learn a little about horse boots, blankets and a lot of other options.

With cold weather approaching, blankets should be a consideration. Perhaps you want a turn out blanket to keep your equestrian friend warm during the chilly weather. If it is raining outside, you will want them to have the added protection of a water proof blanket. During summer months, you might want to consider a blanket designed to cool your animal after a hard work out.

Excessive running and jumping can cause serious leg damage. Consider all of your options carefully when choosing leg wear and leg wraps. There are shipping boots, polo wraps, stall wraps, cooling wraps, fleece wraps and standing wraps. It seems like there is a wrap for every purpose and occasion. Determine what types of wraps will best serve your needs. Base this decision on the type and amount of exercise your animal will perform.

Hoods, bonnets and fly bonnets are used to protect the animal for various reasons. Hoods protect them from getting nicks, cuts and scratches. Bonnets are used to cover their ears. Some people will even put cotton inside their horse's ears before using the bonnet to decrease sound so a horse won't spook as easily. Fly bonnets are used as protection against flies. You will see a large number of horses wearing these during the summer season.

Long flowing manes and tails are gorgeous. Using tubes, mane socks and tail bags will provide you with a better ability to grow your horse's mane and tail. In order to keep your horse's hair from becoming tangled and dirty, use these items. Once you have braided their hair, insert each section into a bag and seal it using ties. The most difficult part of using these products is keeping it on the horse once you are done.

Broken bones and bowed tendons can often be prevented by using horse boots. There are several different types of boots to choose from. Splint boots provide protection for the cannon and the inside ankle from a horse's front legs. Bell boots prevent a horse from over reaching and hitting the back of the front hoof with the front of the back hoof. There are jumping boots and sport boots. Speak with your merchant regarding the best booting choices for injury prevention regarding your horse.

Bridles help horse owners to catch and lead the horse. Bridles are used to let the horse know which direction the rider wants to go. There are different styles, colors and materials to choose from. You will find that in certain events all of the aforementioned products will be arranged to match so that it makes a better impression when being judged.

Speak with your vendor regarding any upcoming events and ask for his assistance. You have many different options for horseware. Determine which items will best suit the needs of your horse and the events you are entered in. With so many styles, colors and choices you will have a great time enjoying your research.




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