The Best Way To Put A Horse Rug On A Pony

When placing on a rug it is very essential to try not to make too much noise and to avoid approaching the pony in a manner that might frighten them. It is usually recommended that you have a halter and the pony is tied soundly to avoid them moving and getting tangled in the rug. First double the rug over so the within is facing outwards and the right hand side tail end pairs with the right side front end. This will make it easier to throw the rug over the horse’s back without making too much noise and flapping about. Place the rug across the horse’s back, with it further forward than it would customarily sit, then unfold it backwards.

First fasten the front chest straps and work backwards. Carefully pull the rug backwards to guarantee the hair sits in the proper way. The front straps ought to be done up first as the rug would still stay in place if the horse did find a way to get away. If the leg straps or belly straps were done up and the pony ran off then it may easily become caught or tangled up as the rug slips off backwards. Always check the rug and the straps fit properly.

When taking the rug off again firstly undo all the straps, starting this time at the tail buckles and progressing forwards till all the straps are undone. Then hold the front of the rug and fold it back in half before sliding the rug back off the horse’s . If it is a turnout rug and it's wet and muddy then always hang the rug up somewhere to dry out before using it again.

It is usually recommended that you check the fit of your rugs constantly and also check the horse all over for any hint of rubbing. It is also vital to clean your rugs on a consistent basis but before doing so you need to attempt to remove as much dirt whilst it is dry. This may be achieved by putting it over a fence and employing a brush to get rid of whatever dirt is possible. The bottom should also be brushed to get rid of hair and any other dirt that may have accumulated there. Another tip is to use non-detergent and non-bio soap as the detergent can cause damages to the rug over time.

There are masses of different rugs available for every purpose. Make sure you decide on the correct type of rug for the occasion and the weather.

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