Horse Blankets & Turnout Sheets

Horse Blankets and Turnout Sheets

Turnout is an important practice that involves taking horses outside to exercise and socialize with others. Make sure they’re prepared with horse blankets and turnout sheets from Tractor Supply, available in our selection of horse essentials.

Enhance Comfort and Warmth During Turnout

When your horses are headed to the pasture or grazing area for turnout, help them get prepared for the weather with blankets and sheets. Accommodate your steed with:

Horse Blankets

Horse blankets are worn when the weather is cooler or rainy, providing warmth and protection from the elements. Typically made of heavier materials such as polyester and nylon, turnout blankets are often waterproof or insulated for added weather protection. They help to prevent damage to a horse’s coat while regulating their body temperature. From foals to seniors, maintenance to performance horses, you’ll find blankets in various sizes for all your animals.

Horse Turnout Sheets

If your horses are going to turnout when it’s rainy but not cold, horse turnout sheets are ideal. Turnout sheets are more lightweight than blankets and generally don’t have insulation, so they’re suitable for milder weather. What’s more, they are usually waterproof to keep your horses dry and protect their coat from mud and debris. Explore sheets with different closure types, such as buckles and clips for security and hook-andloops and snaps for easy on/off.

Horse Therapy Blankets

Horse therapy blankets can provide therapeutic benefits to your animals, especially athletes or active horses. Some options feature magnets and far-infrared-infused material to stimulate blood flow and decrease inflammation. Others use ceramic-infused fibers to increase circulation. These therapy blankets may be ideal for reducing pain, increasing mobility and helping with recovery. Explore therapy blankets in several sizes, from sizes such as small and large to measured sizes of 78 or 82 inches.

Frequently Asked Questions about Horse Blankets and Turnout Sheets

How do you measure a horse for a blanket or sheet?

When measuring your horse for a blanket or sheet that fits correctly, you should use a soft measuring tape. Begin at their chest below the withers, and then run the measuring tape along their side until you get to the base of the tail. This measurement in inches indicates the size of the blanket or sheet you should purchase.
When do horses need to wear blankets?

To determine when a horse needs a blanket, consider the temperature and the horse’s coat. Horses with heavy winter coats often don't need a blanket until temperatures drop below 30°F, while horses with a light to moderate winter coat may need a blanket when it’s below 40°F. Clipped horses have less hair, so they need blankets when it’s less than 60°F.

Are turnout blankets and stable blankets the same?

No, they are not the same. Both blankets are placed on horses for comfort or warmth. However, they are designed for use in different areas. Turnout blankets are made with waterproof material for outdoor use in the pasture or grazing area. Stable blankets are created for warmth inside a stable since they’re not waterproof.

Shop for Horse Blankets and Turnout Sheets at Tractor Supply

Keep your horses comfortable in different weather conditions with blankets and turnout sheets. Visit your local Tractor Supply store today or browse our selection online to find what you need.