Underrugs as a protective additional layer for horses
Underrugsare a special type of horse rugthat can only be worn in combination with outer rugs. Usually, a waterproof horse rug, an outdoor or turnout rug, is worn over them. In this article, you can read when an underrugis useful, what function it has, and which top sellers we can recommend from our shop.
What is the function of underrugs for horses?
Especially during transitional seasons, temperatures can fluctuate greatly. In the morning, hoarfrost may still cling to the stable wall, while during the day, a summer-like climate develops in the pasture. An underrugcan be used for various occasions:
- As an additional warming layer under stable rugs
- As a second rug for the pasture
- In combination with an outdoor rug
- As a warming component under a rain sheet
Underrugsare generally not waterproof. As the name suggests, you can only wear them under a horse rug. The big advantage: they stay clean and don't need to be washed as often as stable or turnout rugs. An underrugis also very functional if you have removed the cooler rugafter an strenuous training session and want to warm your horse with an additional layer.
Different fill weights for the seasons
Underrugsare available in various fill weights. Depending on the season, you can choose an underrugthat provides more warmth or rugs that only form a light additional protective layer.
Underrugs with light fill
Very light fills between 50 and 100g are well-suited for transitional seasons. Especially if your horseis clipped, the additional warming layer prevents the animal from getting cold. From our manufacturer Eskadron, you can get the Anti Slip underrug as a basic for your equipment. The rug contains a 100g thermal fill that keeps your horsecomfortably warm on cold days. An innovative anti-slip function prevents the rug from slipping.
From our manufacturer Bucas, you can purchase a slightly heavier underrug with a weight of 150g. These rugs stand out primarily because of their attachment options via cross surcingles and leg straps. The underrug can be easily put on and taken off using a T-bar front closure.
Underrugs with heavier fill
Slightly heavier rugs with a weight of 200 to 300g or sometimes even more protect your horseon particularly cold days. Kentucky Horsewearoffers the Classic underrug in various fill weights. This rug is also very easy to combine with other rugs. The manufacturer's rugs are generally very soft and prevent rubbing on sensitive horse skin.
Ideally, you should always have both variants on hand. This way, you can decide, depending on the weather conditions, whether your horseneeds an underrug and, if so, how thick it should be.
The important fit is crucial when buying an underrug
When buying an underrug, make sure it fits well with the outer rug. They should lie well together without slipping. Bucas offers underrugsin its Select product line, for which matching outdoor and stable rugsfrom the same range are available. This ensures 100% that both rugs perfectly complement each other.
If both rugs are layered, the lower rug should not protrude. Otherwise, the underrugcould soak up water in the rain. Also pay attention to the breathable properties of the rug. Since the underrug lies between the horse's body and the outer rug, it is important that no heat build-up occurs. Underrugscan be purchased in various sizes for your horse.
