Discover the best stable rugs for horses this winter in our guide that considers value, comfort and fit.
So, it’s time for our horses to get warm and cosy as the winter draws in and a little more protection from the elements is required. Whether you rug your horse due to breed, age, clip or overall condition, there’s a HUGE selection to choose from. Our helpful stable rug guide below narrows that broad range of products down to the best rugs available on the market today.
Best Heavyweight Stable Rug
Horze Kingsley Stable Rug, 300g
A rug that offers the horse plenty of warmth and versatility. With a 300g filling, the Horze Kingsley stable rug is ideal for an old horse, clipped horse or one that needs the extra warmth when stabled. Standard sized fleece protection to the withers, with double t-buckles to secure the chest which includes subtle branding. Tail strap. It’s also worth noting the Horze website states this rug can also be used as a turnout.
Best Medium Weight Stable Rug
Whitaker 250g Navy & White Rastrick Combo Stable Rug
Stable rug with detachable hood from John Whitaker International.
Features:
- 250g filling
- 600 denier
- x2 adjustable trigger clip chest fastening
- Subtle branding
- Fleece wither protection
- Detachable hood
Sizes 4’9 – 7′
Where to buy
You may also like these other 200g fill rugs
Rhinegold Denver Quilt
For a little more warmth, still, with budget in mind, the Rhinegold Dever Quilt offers
Features:
- 200g fill
- 520 denier outer
- Shoulder gussets
- Tail flap
- Cotton lining
- surcingles
- breathable 520 denier outer
- Sizing: 4ft6 – 7ft
Where to buy: £44.99, Amazon >> Shop now
Mark Todd Mediumweight Stable Rug Navy & Orange
Features:
- 250g filling
- 300 denier
- Breathable
- Polyester outer and nylon lining inner
- Fleece wither protection
- Double buckle front closure
- D rings for optional neck fitting
Sizes 5’6 – 7′
Where to buy:
VioVet £52.99 >> Shop now
Looking for a lightweight rug? See our guide below.
Suzanne Ashton, Founder of Everything Horse (Est, 2012), has a BA Hons in Marketing Management and a Diploma in Equine Science. Suzanne has ridden and owned horses all her life and has twelve years of experience in marketing, writing, design, SEO, and website creation.