There are a variety of different types of horse rugs, with each type of horse rug serving a different purpose. Check out the different types of horse rugs below.

Cooler rugs

Cooler rugs are breathable rugs that are used to prevent chills on sweating horses as they cool down after exercise.

Exercise rugs

An exercise sheet or rug is used to keep the horse warm and/or dry whilst being ridden.

Fleece rugs

Fleece rugs are breathable and warm and can be used as a light stable rug, a travel rug, an under rug or as a substitute for a cooler rug.

Fly rugs

A fly rug or fly sheet is a lightweight fine mesh rug that offers protection to horses from biting flies and insects during the summer.

Stable rugs

A stable rug is designed to keep the horse warm whilst stabled and is not waterproof as it is not designed for outside use.

Sweet itch rugs

Sweet itch rugs are designed to protect horses from midges that cause the condition known as sweet itch.

Turnout rugs

Turnout rugs are designed to keep the horse clean and dry when out in the field, and also warm during the winter.