"I have an eleven year old Quarter Horse X Thoroughbred and I live in Arlington, Texas.
Rainy or windy weather can chill your horse. While not a necessity, if it is going to be out for long periods of time a blanket might be a good idea.
Photo 2007 K. Blocksdorf (DFW area) It is getting chilly around here and Snapple tends to grow a thick winter coat which is a hassle in the spring. What type of blanket should I use? Should it be a stable or turn out blanket?
Rainy or windy weather can chill your horse. While not a necessity, if it is going to be out for long periods of time a blanket might be a good idea.Photo 2007 K. Blocksdorf
Who wants to deal with all that shedding hair next spring? Is it preventable? Read Will Blanketing Prevent Winter Coat Growth and What Blanket Should I Use? for ideas to keep your horse's coat sleek.
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Does Blanketing Your Horse Prevent Winter Coat Growth? originally appeared on About.com Horses on Tuesday, December 14th, 2010 at 10:11:35.
