How much rug filling is enough for warmth?
300grams is ideal for Australian Winters in both the Northern & Southern states.

Many manufactures offer there rugs in a 100 to 200gram version. This is more for marketing than actual benefit. The rug generates its warmth by capturing the air pockets in the poly fill lining. Less than 250grams grams of Poly fill has very little insulation effect as their isn't enough body to the filling to trap air and create an insulation layer. Its' not until you get upwards of 250grams+ that you get enough body in the poly fill to make a real difference.

Keep in mind that polyfill packs down over time , if you start off with to small amount of fill to begin with - after a few months you will be holding your rug in your hands and be contemplating buying another one. A 300gram rug should last you many seasons.

Sole Bruise- When “digging” into the sole over the site of a “corn”, bruise or a sore spot, apply a thick coating of crushed ice over the area- hold in place for 5 minutes with a light bandage.

The “icing” will help numb the pain sensors and soften the sole to allow your farrier or vet to dig into the sole to search for a bruise or abscess, with less discomfort to the horse

Courtesy of John Kohnke
www.kohnkesown.com