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Design Your Own Rug Colouring Contest!

Design Your Own Rug Colouring Contest!

We thought a bit of school holidays fun was in order! For all youths 14 years and under, we are offering a fun 'Design Your Own Rug' colouring contest. Simply...
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C4C Rewards: How to access, earn and use your loyalty points

C4C Rewards: How to access, earn and use your loyalty points

Join our new Rewards system and redeem points for $$! On the bottom left hand side of our website (desktop or mobile) is a red button that says 'C4C Rewards'. Click it and join up!
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Why may it appear my rug is leaking?

Why may it appear my rug is leaking?

Even in cold weather, your horse will perspire, and if a garment does not have sufficient breathability, the moisture (from perspiration) and difference in outside/inside air temperature will build up as condensation on the inside of the rug. This will make your horse uncomfortable. For any turnout rug to keep your horse comfortable on the inside, both the outer fabric and the lining also need to be breathable.
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Waterproofing in horse rugs

Waterproofing in horse rugs

Understanding how your synthetic turnout gets its waterproofing can be so valuable in understanding how to care for your rug and how to test if you think the waterproof is failing.
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What's does tape sealed seams mean in horse rugs?

What's does tape sealed seams mean in horse rugs?

Sealing seams are an important part of horse rug construction, as they help to prevent water and moisture from seeping through the seams and into the rug. There are several different types of sealing seams that are commonly used in horse rugs, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.
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What kind of stable rug should I use on my horse?

What kind of stable rug should I use on my horse?

Stable rugs are a type of horse rug that is designed to be worn indoors, in a stable or barn. They are typically made from a heavy, warm material such as wool or fleece, and are designed to provide insulation and comfort to the horse while they are stabled. In this article we discuss the different types.
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How can you over rug your horse?

How can you over rug your horse?

Over rugging is a term used to describe the practice of putting too many rugs on a horse, or using rugs that are too heavy or warm for the weather conditions. Over rugging can be harmful to horses, as it can cause them to overheat, become dehydrated, and even develop health problems.
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The difference between Australian and New Zealand size horse rugs

The difference between Australian and New Zealand size horse rugs

New Zealand sizing varies from Australian/UK sizing. Canter for Cancer rugs are measured in NZ sizing. Our miniature horse rugs are measured in both the NZ sizing of feet and...
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