Ads 468x60px

Monday, January 6, 2014

How To Take An Accurate Measurement For Horse Rugs

By Cornelia White


There are surely a lot of individuals these days who are interested in taking care of several equestrian animals. If the owner plans to take care of them, then be sure to pick the right horse rugs that suit them the most. Even if they have their natural coat, people should get them the appropriate rug that gives them extra protection against harmful elements.

Since the person is taking care of the said animals, it is better to give them some good blankets. One has to make sure that they are fitted properly, though. This means that one has to measure the body of the animal properly to get the best size for the blanket one plans to purchase. Here are the steps to obtain the said measurement.

First of all, the owner should prepare a soft measuring tape for this task. One will need to hold the said measuring tape correctly to get the measurement of the equestrian animal. When measuring, make sure that this animal is relaxed and standing naturally. The best time to get the measurement of this beast is when it is eating in the stall or in the cross-ties.

The person should then stand near the animal's front shoulder. Take out the measuring tape and place it properly in one's left hand. After that, place the end of the measuring tape right at the middle of the animal's chest, right around the underneath of one's neck. Be careful not to startle the said animal to avoid problems.

This will be the point for the first measurement. Extend the measuring tape to this animal's side until it is not able to extend any more. Once the person has finished with the measurement, one should then remember to take note of the measurement that one can get out of the said tape. This will be the first measurement.

Starting from the repositioned point, the owner should again extend this measuring tape. It must be extended along this animal's side. Stop before this measuring tape reaches this animal's tail. Ensure that the measuring tape stops at least ten inches below the point where the top of the tail begins. Note what the measurement on the tape says.

After getting the two measurements from the animal, the owner will then have to add the two numbers together. The sum will be used to get the correct sizing for the blanket that one wishes to purchase for the animal. The sizes will be in two-inch increments so if the measurement is at 65 inches, buy a size 66 blanket.

There should be tips and warnings that people can use to make this even more better. If the person wants to pick among a selection of blankets, make sure that it is the right size. If it is of a bigger size, this might slip off and cause danger to the animal. If it is of a smaller size, the animal will suffer from rubs or sores.

It should also be helpful to have another person who can grasp the other end of this soft measuring tape, especially at the front of this animal. This is the best way to take accurate measurements for the horse rugs. There should be less trouble since the measuring tape is easier to flex compared to the other of its alternative.




About the Author:



0 comments:

Post a Comment

Share on Facebook

Email Newsletter