How do I choose the correct size StretchX mane hood or shoulder guard for my horse?

Sizing is based primarily on weight guidelines: Small (500-800 lbs.), Medium (800-1,000 lbs.), Large (1,000-1,400 lbs.), and X-Large (1,400-1,600 lbs.). However, your horse's unique conformation must be considered. If your horse has a long, lean neck or is powerfully built with defined chest musculature, you may want to size up to avoid an overly restrictive fit.

What are the washing and care instructions for Lycra and Spandex horse wear?

To protect the fabric and fasteners, machine wash the garments on a gentle cycle with warm water. Ensure that all hook-and-loop (Velcro) closures are fastened securely before washing. Tumble dry on low heat only.

What is the benefit of using a faceless mane stay hood?

A faceless hood covers the horse's neck and shoulders to keep braids or bands neat and help lay down the mane, while completely eliminating the risk of eye or ear rubs. It is an ideal option for horses that are sensitive about having their face or ears touched.

How does a braid-and-tail bag prevent equine hair damage?

Products like the StretchX Braid 'n Tail Bag feature a multi-sleeve design. By separating the tail hair into three individual fabric sleeves and braiding them down, the hair is entirely shielded from dirt and manure while eliminating the harsh friction that causes breakage.

Horse Neck Covers, Sleeves, Tail Bags, and More

Ready. Set. Protect. Neck covers or mane covers for horses and full-body horse wear are two options for keeping your horse clean and protected before a big event. What's worse than waiting for a big show and noticing your horse has rubbed out part of their braid, or they have a stain on their coat? Choose the full-body sheet for horses for the most protection and add a tail bag or tail wrap to grow and protect tail hair. No dirt, manure, rubbing, or breakage here with our horse neck covers!

The slippery fabric of the full-body horse cover helps keep manes and tails in place and dirt and debris out. The stretchy fabric clings to the horse with a firm yet not tight hold when fitted properly. Often made from Lycra and other stretchy materials, these covers come in a variety of designs to keep different areas of your horse covered: shoulder guards, tail bags, tail covers, mane covers, hoods, belly guards, and more.

Horse covers are not just used for showing, but also for added protection from rubs, bumps, and scrapes. Shoulder guards for horses protect areas that often suffer hair loss or rubbing during blanket season. Whether your horse is simply sensitive or wears a blanket for extended times, shoulder guards are a great solution to rubs. For added protection, Sleazy horse blanket liners can be added to help the blanket slide over the horse as well as add a layer of warmth to any blanket. Choose a full-body slinky (head to tail) or just a Lycra sheet (chest to tail) depending on how much coverage your horse needs.

If you’re using horse wear for protection or warmth, horse hoods add the most protection. Designed with and without ears, eye cutouts, and an elastic hem around the jaw leave for plenty of freedom and flexibility while still providing coverage. Help your horse stay show-ready and presentable with mane tamers, horse hoods, and full-body slinkies for horses.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the correct size StretchX mane hood or shoulder guard for my horse?: Sizing is based primarily on weight guidelines: Small (500-800 lbs.), Medium (800-1,000 lbs.), Large (1,000-1,400 lbs.), and X-Large (1,400-1,600 lbs.). However, your horse's unique conformation must be considered. If your horse has a long, lean neck or is powerfully built with defined chest musculature, you may want to size up to avoid an overly restrictive fit.
What are the washing and care instructions for Lycra and Spandex horse wear?: To protect the fabric and fasteners, machine wash the garments on a gentle cycle with warm water. Ensure that all hook-and-loop (Velcro) closures are fastened securely before washing. Tumble dry on low heat only.
What is the benefit of using a faceless mane stay hood?: A faceless hood covers the horse's neck and shoulders to keep braids or bands neat and help lay down the mane, while completely eliminating the risk of eye or ear rubs. It is an ideal option for horses that are sensitive about having their face or ears touched.
How does a braid-and-tail bag prevent equine hair damage?: Products like the StretchX Braid 'n Tail Bag feature a multi-sleeve design. By separating the tail hair into three individual fabric sleeves and braiding them down, the hair is entirely shielded from dirt and manure while eliminating the harsh friction that causes breakage.

Neck Covers And Sheets For Horses

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