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 also in inches for your convenience.
To measure your horse for a NZ rug, you need to measure from the horse's wither to tail in a straight line. Australian/UK sizing measures from the middle of the chest, along the horse's side and back to where the rug should end.
NOTE: The difference between an Australian/UK sized rug and a NZ sized rug is 1'3". For example, a NZ 5'6" cover is an Australian/UK size 6'9".
These sizes are approximates and estimates only – please remember horses come in all shapes and sizes, widths and withers. We recommend that you measure your horse when purchasing a rug, but cannot guarantee a perfect fit every time due to the varying nature of horses and ponies. Please find our rug size chart below. Head to our 'Let's Talk Rugs' blog to find more good rug information.
NOTE: Canter for Cancer rugs are measured in New Zealand sizing. New Zealand rug sizing varies from AUS/UK sizes. To measure your horse for a New Zealand rug, you need to measure from the horse's wither to tail in a straight line.
Standard Horse/Pony Rug Size Chart Guideline Only
| Horse/Pony Height | NZ Rug Size | UK/AUS Rug Size |
| 10hh | 3'3" | 4'6" |
| 11hh | 3'6" | 4'9" |
| 12-12.2hh | 3'9" | 5'0" |
| 13-13.2hh | 4'0" | 5'3" |
| 13.2-14.2hh | 4'3" | 5'6" |
| 14.2hh | 4'6" | 5'9" |
| 14.2-15.3hh | 4'9" | 6'0" |
| 16hh | 5'0" | 6'3" |
| 16.2hh | 5'3" | 6'6" |
| 17hh | 5'6" | 6'9" |
| 17.2+hh | 5'9" | 7'0" |
Miniature Horse Rug Size Chart
| NZ Rug Size | Miniature Horse |
| 2'3" | 30 inch |
| 2'6" | 33 inch |
| 2'9" | 36 inch |
| 3' | 39 inch |
| 3'3" | 42 inch |
