Choosing the Right Horse Cooler Blanket
Choosing the right cooler for your horse is important. Every rider needs a horse cover that will effectively warm and dry your furry friend after a hard ride, keep him clean before shows, and look stylish during show season. Here we will walk you through the most important factors to consider when selecting a horse cooler blanket:
Material - Arguably the most important factor when choosing a horse cover is the material. Coolers are usually made of a drying material like wool, cotton, or fleece. Though there are other materials designed to dry, horse fleece coolers are the most popular option.
Straps - The security of the straps on a horse cooler sheet is also very important. Since coolers are not meant to be worn outside for long periods of time, they are not always as secure as turnout or stable blankets. They will sometimes only have a single strap since they are only meant to be worn until your horse is dry. Decide whether you will need a cooler with more secure straps based on how your horse usually behaves after being ridden. If they tend to stand quietly in their stalls secure straps might not be necessary, but if they roll and gallop around the pasture it might be safer to choose a horse cover with better straps.
Fit - Making sure your horse cover fits properly is another very important factor. Pay close attention to the size chart of the cooler you decide to purchase. If you don't know your horse's size consider measuring them or trying on a friend's blanket. Buying a blanket that is too big or too small could cause discomfort depending on the cooler.
Thickness - Horse cooler blankets come in many different levels of thickness. Horses working in colder climates will need a thicker cooler to be comfortable after they exercise. Conversely, horses working in warmer climates will need a thinner horse cooler sheet. If you are only looking to get one horse cooler blanket, choose the thickness for the coldest days in your climate.
Neck Cover - Deciding whether you want a horse cooler with a neck cover is another consideration. Many riders who use their coolers only for drying their horse after exercise don't mind that they do not have neck covers, especially in warmer climates. Other riders prefer the extra neck coverage to provide extra protection in cold weather and to keep their horses whole body clean the night before a show. Depending on your preferences either option will suffice.
Color - Finally, you should choose a horse cooler blanket that aligns with your style. We offer a variety of colors and styles for riders to choose from.
Keep your horse warm and dry after your longest and hardest rides. Shop our huge selection of horse cooler blankets. Choose from various style, size, color, and material options to find the perfect horse cover for you and your horse. Check out some of our popular styles like the polar fleece horse blanket.