Choosing the Best Foal Blanket

Foals are especially susceptible to harsh weather when they are very young. This makes finding the right foal blanket critical. Foal blankets and foal sheets are designed to adjust as your foal grows, and many do not use metal hardware for your foal's safety. Here are the main kinds of foal blankets available on the market today:

• Fleece Foal Coolers - Foal coolers are ideal for winter months, as the plush technical fleece keeps the baby dry and warm, wicking away moisture from the skin while preventing wetness when the baby lies down on the wet ground.
• Nylon Foal Blanket - Nylon foal blankets are made of durable nylon exteriors with a 6-ounce fiberfill that provides additional insulation. These offer protection from the cold wind, keeping your newborn foal nice and snuggly.
• Foal Stable Blanket - The Foal Stable Blanket has a thick filling and will keep your foal warm while they are indoors. The foal stable blanket is thick but not waterproof, so it should be worn indoors or when it is not raining.
• Foal Stable Sheet - The foal stable sheet is similar to the foal stable blanket, but it is much lighter. It is thin and not waterproof, so it is perfect for warmer months when your foal might get a chill at night.
• Foal Turnout Blanket - The foal turnout blanket is thick, waterproof, and designed to be worn outside during the colder months.
• Foal Turnout Sheet - This foal sheet is similar to the foal turnout blanket, but it is much thinner and designed for warmer weather. It is waterproof, and its main function is to protect from wind and rain.
• Yearling Blanket - When your foal turns into a yearling, it’s time to transition them into a yearling blanket. The yearling blanket is thick and waterproof and designed to fit the unique conformation of a yearling.

Frequently Asked Questions About Foal Blankets

Do foals need blankets?

Foals born in the cold winter months need to be blanketed, especially right after birth. If they don’t dry properly, they can get severely chilled. Other than that, foals must wear a foal blanket whenever your other horses are blanketed.