How do I know what size my horse blanket is?

Measure from the center of your horse’s chest (where the base of the neck meets the chest) over the point of his shoulder, to the point at which you want the sheet or blanket to end. A soft fabric tape measure with inch increments works well for this.

What is the average size horse blanket?

Standard size blankets range from 64 inches for small ponies to 90 inches for large draft horses, so carefully measuring your horse is the key to selecting a well fitted blanket that will give him complete coverage. Generally speaking, an average size horse will most likely measure somewhere between 74 and 78.

How do I know if my horse blanket is too big?

Once you have ascertained that the blanket fits well around the neck, slide the blanket into position along your horse’s back so that the coat lies flat. If the seam between the tail flap and the blanket sit below the top of the tail, the blanket may be too big.

What is a blanket measure?

Blankets are measured & sized to fit the length of the body from center of chest to just before the tail. The length, rather than the height of the horse is the key measurement. Height does matter with the style, which we will address once you’ve measured the horse.

What size should a weanling blanket be?

23-26″
Blanket Size Charts

Cat #	Size	Back Length
2027 1D	1-3 months	21-24″
2027 WD	Weanling	23-26″
2027 YD	Yearling	26-30″
2027 AD	Adult	30-36″

What size blanket does a 14.3 HH horse wear?

Good Apple Equine Guide to Sizing Your Horse Blanket

HORSE HEIGHT	US BLANKET SIZE	CENTIMETERS
12.3hh – 13.2hh	60″	152cms
13.33hh – 14.0hh	63″	160cms
14.01hh – 14.2hh	66″	168cms
14.3hh – 15.2hh	69″ – 72″	183cms – 190cms

What weight of horse blanket do I need?

Below 40°F, a lightweight to medium-weight blanket with 150-250g of fill will keep your horse warm. Temperatures between 20° and 30°F will need a medium-weight to heavyweight blanket and below 20°F will require a heavyweight blanket or extra heavy blanket with 300-400g of polyfill.

How big is a pony blanket?

Blanket Measurements

Measurement from A to B Center of chest to center of tail
Horse Size	CM	INCHES
Pony/Horse	175	69
Horse	183	72
Horse	191	75

Is it better for a horse blanket to be too big or too small?

A blanket that is too small can restrict movement, cause rubs and be generally uncomfortable for the horse. A blanket that is too loose can increase the risk of getting caught up in straps, allow rain and snow in around the neck area and not stay in place very well causing rubs and chafing.

How tight should horse blanket be?

It is essential that a blanket should fit well on the withers and shoulders so that your horse can move freely underneath the fabric without the blanket slipping back. Adjust the buckles and ensure you can still slide your hand down the neck of the blanket.

What size is a double bed blanket?

80 by 90 inches
In America, the “standard” sizes for blankets are as follows: Crib: 45 by 60 inches. Twin: 66 by 90 inches. Double: 80 by 90 inches.

What size is a NICU blanket?

Preemie blankets bring color and warmth to tiny, prematurely born infants in the NICU at hospitals all around the world. Because these precious little ones can weigh as little as 1 lb, these special blankets need an equally small size. Most preemie blankets measure 18 X 24 inches or 24 X 24 inches square.

What is 100g horse blanket?

100g Fill (medium-lite): Half way between a lite (no fill) and a medium. Provides some warmth but not a lot. 200g Fill (medium): A medium turnout rug contains 200-250 fill. Great for mild-chilly nights if you clip your horse and chilly nights if your horse has its natural coat.

How many grams is a medium weight horse blanket?

Mid-weight or medium weight turnouts have 180 to 200 grams of fill. Many horses do well with a medium or mid-weight blanket. Heavy weight turnouts typically have 300 to 440 grams of fill. They may be critical for use on a fully clipped horse and for extreme cold weather conditions.