I want to pass along some info that may be of interest to we cavalry folks. With winter coming on fast, there are those who will blanket their horses in the winter to protect their mounts from the falling temps. Thou it does seem the right thing to do, do not! Horses are able to raise and lower their coat hairs to fluff themselves up to trap air like a bird fluffs it's feathers, and adding a blanket inhibits this ability. Even in wet weather along with cold, your horse will be fine even if you see it shiver. What you have to be sure of is having a good place for your mount to get out of the wind!!! The wind is where the danger is. While in the field and the horse is picketed in cold and windy conditions, a blanket will sure make them more comfortable , but moving them to a wind break is better. Save me a place at the fire....plm
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I have always been of the mind set that a good run in shed that cuts the wind is one of the best things, no need for a fancy barn, horse blankets etc.....Aka
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Originally posted by Huck View PostI have always been of the mind set that a good run in shed that cuts the wind is one of the best things, no need for a fancy barn, horse blankets etc.....
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