Episode 48: Postural Considerations for Rugging
Episode 48: Postural Considerations for Rugging
Is your horse’s rug keeping them cosy or cramping their style? Rugging is one of the most common management decisions horse owners make but it’s about more than just keeping them warm or clean. Rugs can influence posture, movement, and even comfort in ways that aren’t always obvious.
In this episode, we explore:
- Warmth vs convenience: why we rug, and whether it’s always necessary
- How rugs can affect posture and biomechanics including thoracic sling and shoulder motion
- What rug slip, swelling, or uneven pressure might be telling you about your horse’s body
- The impact of strap tension, rug shape, and dart position on comfort and mobility
- The importance of the horse’s thermoneutral zone, fluffing up, and regulating temperature naturally
- When rugs may help; age, arthritis, weight gain, or insect protection
- Practical recommendations for monitoring posture, choosing the right rug, and giving your horse time rug-free
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