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Sweet Itch Rug
Complete Sweet Itch Protection for your horse, pony or donkey! The Snuggy Sweet Itch Rug offers total protection from midges, biting insects, flies and harmful sunshine rays. It comes complete with full belly coverage, elasticated & padded chest and withers, double tail protection in the form of a tail wrap and XL flap with non-stretch binding along the spine length.
This unique Rug is made of fully breathable, water repellent, heavy shower proof, lightweight stretch fabric which is durable, cool & comfortable. The Sweet Itch Rug is fully machine-washable and designed to be worn 24/7, in field or in stable, rain or shine.
The Sweet Itch Rug covers chest, shoulders, body, belly and tail. We recommend to use this Rug with the Sweet Itch Hood for maximum coverage, nose to tail. The Sweet Itch Rug and Sweet Itch Hood is our best-selling combination for Sweet Itch prevention.
KEY FEATURES
If you don't require neck protection the Sweet Itch Rug can be used alone. It can also be used with the Headless Sweet Itch Hood for amazing protection without covering the horse's face.
Plus there is also the option to add the Sweet Itch Mask with ears and mesh eyes, as well as Front Legs, Sheath Cover or Udder Cover for extra coverage for severe sufferers. These items are purchased separately and need the appropriate attachments sewn on to the Sweet Itch Rug. During a sale/offer or discount period, customers are asked to add the appropriate attachments to their basket. If this is not done, you will receive an attachments pack with instructions leaflet, to enable you to add the necessary attachments yourself.
The Sweet Itch Rug prevents coat bleaching and being mud proof and water repellent it is also fabulous as an under rug for Autumn/Winter use, to keep your horse clean and add that extra breathable layer for warmth.
The Sweet Itch Rug has been successfully protecting horses and ponies from Sweet Itch for over 20 years, all over the World! This is a much loved, extensively tried and tested design which has helped thousand of equines enjoy a more comfortable Summer season and therefore better quality of life.
As with all our products Snuggy Hoods offer a full after sales service that is second to none. Alterations, repairs and general advice are offered for the life of the product ensuring it is not a one season wonder!
If you are unsure on fitting then do check out Fitting Advice Guide.
Sizes - 4'6” to 7’3” (To order miniature sizes 2'6" - 4'3" please contact us.)
Colours - Beige, Brown & Haint Blue
Snuggy Hoods proudly support HorseWorld in Bristol. Several of their resident rescue ponies suffer severely with Sweet Itch and their Sweet Itch Hoods and Rugs help them lead a more comfortable life especially in the Summer months. To view a video of HorseWorld's itchy ponies modelling their Snuggy clothes CLICK HERE.
What is Sweet Itch?
Sweet Itch is caused by an allergic reaction to the bites of the Culicoides midge and, to a lesser extent, Simulium Equinum. At present there is no known cure for Sweet Itch. Once an equine develops the allergy it is generally affected every Spring, Summer and Autumn. There are two approaches to improving the comfort of an affected animal: to minimize the allergic reaction with corticosteroids, anti-histamines or soothing lotions or to minimise midge attack using a Sweet Itch Rug. The second method offers the most effective protection and avoids the need to use harsh chemicals, expensive repellents and messy oils or greases. The Snuggy Sweet Itch Rug has been approved by Veterinary professionals for the prevention of the midge bite allergic reaction.
The Snuggy Sweet Itch Rug is featured in Horse & Hound's "Best Sweet Itch Rugs Available"!
Sweet Itch Mask
The Snuggy Hoods Sweet Itch Mask offers excellent coverage for face, ears and eyes and is designed to be used with the Bug Body (attaches with D-ring and velcro loop) or with a full high neck fly rug/summer sheet. We recommend the Sweet Itch Mask for the following uses - Sweet Itch prevention & allergy/fly/insect/UV ray protection.
This unique Sweet Itch Mask has built in ears and mesh eyes. It is lined in the mane area behind the ears with a silky fabric and has elasticated adjustment in multiple places for a close, secure fit. The Sweet Itch Mask comes either as a pull on or zipped option for easier fitting.
Constructed of a robust yet lightweight and fully breathable fabric which prevents insects biting, and is also heavy showerproof, stops coat bleaching (harmful UV rays) whilst keeping your horse or pony clean!
The optional zip runs from chin to under the neck. Without a zip the Sweet Itch Mask is 'pull on' so simply slip over the nose and pull backwards into position.
Designed for use with the Bug Body Fly Rug but is suitable for use with any full neck fly rug or summer sheet. Also ideal for use with the Headless Sweet Itch Hood for optional face coverage. The Sweet Itch Mask will attach to the Bug Body neck or Headless Sweet Itch Hood with a metal D-ring and strong velcro loop for security. A velcro loop is included at the top of the neck of both the Bug Body and Headless Hood - this is there to loop through the metal D ring provided with every Mask - for extra security.
A spare Velcro loop is provided so the Sweet Itch Mask can be attached to the neck of an alternative rug for added security. We strongly recommend customers attach the Sweet Itch Mask to a rug neck as instructed in the fitting information sheet. If you need help with this please contact us before using the Mask.
PLEASE BE INCREDIBLY FUSSY WITH THE FITTING OF ANY PRODUCT COVERING THE HORSES FACE. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR HORSE UNATTENDED UNLESS YOU ARE CONFIDENT THAT THE HORSE IS HAPPY AND THAT YOU ARE HAPPY WITH THE FIT. IF UNSURE, PLEASE REMOVE IT IMMEDIATELY AND CONTACT US, OR PHOTOGRAPH IT ON YOUR HORSE IF YOU WOULD LIKE US TO CHECK.
AS WITH ANY ITEM, ILL FIT CAN CAUSE RUBBING AND CAN MOVE WHICH CAN BE DANGEROUS. THAT SAID, WE MUST ADD, THAT THE BEST FITTING HOOD AND RUG CAN MOVE IF CAUGHT ON SOMETHING OR RUBBED OR PULLED AT. UNFORTUNATELY WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS.
ZIP OR PULL ON ? - we would always recommend a pull on hood unless the horse is head shy. Why? Less fiddly, Less to break, Less Bulky. If your horse is head shy or would find fitting stressful or upsetting, we would always recommend a zipped hood.
Sizes – XS to XXL
Colours - Beige, Brown & Haint Blue
*** Please note that the BROWN Mask has BLACK mesh cover the eyes ***
What is Sweet Itch?
Sweet Itch is caused by an allergic reaction to the bites of the Culicoides midge and, to a lesser extent, Simulium Equinum. At present there is no known cure for Sweet Itch. Once an equine develops the allergy it is generally affected every Spring, Summer and Autumn. There are two approaches to improving the comfort of an affected animal: to minimize the allergic reaction with corticosteroids, anti-histamines or soothing lotions or to minimise midge attack using a Sweet Itch Rug. The second method offers the most effective protection and avoids the need to use harsh chemicals, expensive repellents and messy oils or greases. The Snuggy Sweet Itch Rug has been approved by Veterinary professionals for the prevention of the midge bite allergic reaction.
Sheath Cover
Inspired by our extremely successful Udder Cover we have spent a long time designing the Snuggy Sheath Cover. The clever design allows the horse/pony to still urinate comfortably but at the same time offering maximum protection of the sheath area.
Made from the same fabric as the Sweet Itch Body it is a separate piece so can be removed for regular washing and attaches to the rug with strong Velcro fastenings. A must for those severe sufferers.
Designed specifically and successfully trialed for use with the Sweet Itch Rug or Bug Body. (they can also be used with our winter Under Rug or Base body - please ensure that you add the appropriate attachments to the basket)
These items are purchased separately and need the appropriate attachments sewn on to the Sweet Itch Rug or Bug Body Fly rug. During a sale/offer or discount period, customers are asked to add the appropriate attachments to their basket. If this is not done, you will simply receive an attachments pack with instructions leaflet, to enable you to add the necessary attachments yourself.
Fitting advice - this product must be a close tight fit !! Straps must pull up between hind legs fastening high up either side the tail. If rug is either too long or straps are too long the sheath cover will collect droppings. Any concerns, check with us first, sending photos for us to check
Rug size - SC size
XS - 4’6” to 5'0”
S - 5’3” to 5’6”
M - 5'9-6'3
L - 6'6 - 6'9
XL - 7’0” +
Sizes - XS to XL
Colour - Beige, Brown & Haint Blue
Udder Cover
The Snuggy Udder Cover offers extra coverage of the udder area for mares. This is a unique product - Snuggy Hoods were the first to offer an 'udder protector', which has been successfully used over the last 10+ years all over the World. The Udder Cover protects the sensitive udder area of mare from flies, midges, other biting insects and harmful UV rays. This is particularly beneficial to mares that suffer from Sweet Itch or other allergies. Many customers also use the Udder Cover to protect sarcoids from flies and also help manage other skin conditions.
The Snuggy Udder Cover has been designed specifically and successfully trialled for use with either the the Sweet Itch Rug or Bug Body. Made from the same clever fabric, this Udder Cover is a separate piece so can be removed for regular washing and attaches to the rug with strong hook & loop fastenings. A Summer essential for those severe sufferers.
NOTE - can also be used with the winter under rug and base body
CLICK HERE to check out the Udder Cover product video.
During a sale/offer or discount period, customers are asked to add the appropriate attachments to their basket. If this is not done, you will simply receive an attachments pack with instructions leaflet, to enable you to add the necessary attachments yourself.
Fitting advice - this product must be a close tight fit !! Straps must pull up between hind legs fastening high up either side the tail. If rug is either too long or straps are too long the sheath cover will collect urine/droppings. Any concerns, check with us first, sending photos for us to check
Rug size - UC size
XS - 4'6" - 5'0"
S - 5'3" - 5-6"
M - 5'9" - 6'3"
L - 6'6" - 6'9"
XL - 7'0" +
Sizes - XS to XL - see size guide tab for further information. If you require help with sizing please contact us.
Colours - Beige, Brown & Haint Blue
For additional coverage Front Leg Covers can be purchased and also the extremely popular Sheath Cover for geldings/stallions.
PLEASE NOTE - The Udder Cover is intended for use with the Sweet Itch Rug or Bug Body. We cannot guarantee that the Udder Cover will attach to or be effective if attached to any other design of rug.
Check out the Snuggy Hoods Sweet Itch information video HERE.
What is Sweet Itch?
Sweet Itch is caused by an allergic reaction to the bites of the Culicoides midge and, to a lesser extent, Simulium Equinum. At present there is no known cure for Sweet Itch. Once an equine develops the allergy it is generally affected every Spring, Summer and Autumn. There are two approaches to improving the comfort of an affected animal: to minimize the allergic reaction with corticosteroids, anti-histamines or soothing lotions or to minimise midge attack using a Sweet Itch Rug. The second method offers the most effective protection and avoids the need to use harsh chemicals, expensive repellents and messy oils or greases. The Snuggy Sweet Itch Rug has been approved by Veterinary professionals for the prevention of the midge bite allergic reaction.
Udder/ Sheath Attachments
Attachments added to your rug - ready to use.
All sheath and udder covers will come with a small pack of velcro to enable you to attach to your current rug.
If you wish us to send the rug ready to use, attachments in place for udder/sheath cover, this addition must be added to the basket during sale periods.
If you are ordering a rug, and already own a sheath/udder cover, wishing for the attachments to be added to your new rug, please add this extra to the basket.
***If you need attachments added to more than one rug, please add the correct number to the basket when ordering.
Call 01225 783399 or email sales@snuggyhoods.com for more info.
**PLEASE READ IF ORDERING SHEATH/UDDER/LEGS DURING SALE PERIOD**
ATTACHMENTS FOR SHEATH/UDDER/LEGS WILL NOT BE ADDED AUTOMATICALLY TO RUGS DURING DISCOUNT/SALE TIMES UNLESS THE EXTRA CHARGE IS ADDED AND PAID FOR. AN ATTACHMENT PACK WILL BE INCLUDED WITH ALL EXTRAS IF THE FEE IS NOT PAID. THANKS FOR YOUR ATTENTION
Leg Attachments
If purchasing an item during a sale that requires sheath/udder cover or leg cover attachments please add the relevant attachments to your basket.
When purchasing multiple rugs, please state in the "notes" section at the checkout which rug you would like the attachments added to. If you require attachments to each rug in your order, simply add the same number of attachments to each rug you require them on... ie 3 x rugs, 3 x attachments.
If you are happy to sew the attachments on yourself there is no need to purchase. An attachments pack with step by step instructions shall be enclosed within your package at no extra cost.
***THIS ALTERATION IS FOR SALE PURPOSES ONLY.*** If rugs are purchased at full price and attachments are requested these will be added free of charge *
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