Keeping Your Horse Cool in Summer
As equestrians, we spend all autumn, winter, and even spring, eagerly awaiting for some sunshine to enjoy those golden hour hacks and sunny competition days. However, warm weather also brings the challenge of ensuring your four-legged friend stays cool and comfortable. Horses are susceptible to heat stress, which can lead to serious health issues if not properly managed. Therefore, understanding how to keep your horse cool during the hot months is essential for their well-being.
Traditionally, regularly hosing down your horse with cold water was thought to be an effective way to reduce their body temperature. However, this method is no good for horses who are not keen on the hose or when you are traveling with limited water supply. Thankfully, Equilibrium has recently released a brand-new innovation, the Quick Chill Cool Rug, that can solve both of those problems and more!
Introducing the Quick Chill Cool Rug
The Equilibrium Quick Chill Cool Rug is an advanced and efficient cooling solution that is set to be a game-changer for many equestrians. This innovative product leverages water-activated conduction technology to draw heat away from your horse’s body, providing optimal comfort during warm weather.
Why Should I Use the Quick Chill Rug?
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Effective Cooling Without Soaking
The Quick Chill Rug cools your horse down without getting them soaking wet when used for up to 10 minutes. This feature is ideal for horses who dislike the hose or the sensation of running water.
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Extended Cooling Relief
Provides cooling relief in the stable for at least 2 hours, making it perfect for resting horses in hot conditions.
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Significant Temperature Reduction
The rug can provide an instant cooling effect of up to 5.9℃ in the stable or after exercise. This is crucial for horses that get hot after training sessions or competitions.
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Convenience and Accessibility
Perfect for warm competition days, it helps gently cool your horse before, in between, or after classes. Ideal for horses who get hot during or after traveling, especially when access to running water is limited.
How Does the Quick Chill Rug Work?
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Specialised Material
Made from a high-tech, breathable open-cell structure material, the rug effectively absorbs and stores water. Once soaked and wrung out, it holds the water without soaking your horse, making it comfortable for them.
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Heat Transfer and Evaporative Cooling
Thermal energy moves from your horse (the hotter area) to the rug (the cooler area) via conduction, helping to equalise temperatures. The water in the rug evaporates, further aiding the cooling process, similar to how sweat naturally cools your horse.
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Contoured and Breathable Design
The cooling area is contoured to cover large muscle groups on the back and hindquarters, ensuring direct contact for efficient cooling. The rest of the rug is made of mesh to keep it lightweight and well-ventilated, facilitating breathability and evaporation.
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Reusable and Eco-friendly
The rug can be reactivated multiple times by re-soaking it in water, making it an environmentally friendly and sustainable cooling solution for warm conditions.
While it’s important to enjoy those sunny days and rides with your horse, it is crucial to prioritise heat management. Thanks to Equilibrium, the Quick Chill Rug makes it easier and more efficient than ever before. As always, with the entire Equilibrium range, they are masters at creating new innovative products that put horses' comfort at the forefront of every product.
To find out more about this innovative addition to the Equilibrium range, speak to our team of equestrian experts by calling us at .