A horse cooler is a type of blanket that is used to cover a horse after exercise or competition. It is typically made of a moisture-wicking material, such as fleece or mesh, and is designed to help the horse cool down and dry off after sweating. Horse coolers are used to regulate a horse's body temperature and prevent muscle stiffness and soreness after exercise. They can also be used to help protect the horse's coat and skin from dirt and debris. Horse coolers are commonly used in a variety of equestrian sports, including dressage, show jumping, and eventing. They are also used in therapeutic settings to help horses recover from
injuries or surgery.

They are particularly useful during the colder months, quickly cooling and drying your horse after exercise so be can be re-blanketed faster.

Budget up to $100

Coolers at the lower end of this budget are generally made of mesh or net that allow the heat to evaporate quickly, and some have fleece panels to absorb moisture quickly.

At the $60-$70 price point, you can get the Centaur Turbo Cooler in 12 Styles.  The fleece material of the Turbo Cooler wicks away moisture 3 times faster than regular fleece fabric, getting your horse dryer faster. Available in Dress, Regular Neck and Full Neck coverage.  

At the top end of your budget - $75-$100, you have lots of choices from the top brands of horse apparel - Weatherbeeta, Pessoa and Shires.

Weatherbeeta has a great line of Fleece Coolers  in their popular prints as well as anti-static fleece coolers for horses that don't like to get zapped! Equinavia has traditional fitted Coolers in waffle, Quick Dry and Fleece Styles.   Top of the line in this price bracket is the Shires Tempest Original Tech Cooler that combines a thermoregulating quilted fleece with a wicking layer.  It features higher end closures and trim as well.

You Have a Mid-Range Budget up to $175

This is a substantial budget for a cooler, and as you would expect, you get superior fabrics, technology, trims and hardware for your money.

If you are looking for a classic, fitted wool cooler for ringside, with a traditional hip ornament, then you will love the Centaur Wool Dress Cooler. In a choice of 6 colors and trims.

For Bucas aficionados, their Classic Power Cooler is a do-everything, go-everywhere cooler that is a single layer anti-bacterial, moisture-wicking Stay-Dry fleece.

The Rambo AirMax Disc Front Coolers - available in 3 colors - are made of a high tech wicking polyester that keeps the horse warm in the winter and cooler in the heat.  You are getting a lot of technology and detail for your money as usual with Rambo.

If you love the iconic Witney Stripes, then a Rambo Witney Cooler is for you!  Classic yellow and red as well as two-tone blue.  Wicks and lasts like no other.

The Sky's the Limit for YOUR Horse!
When only the best will do, or your horse need a Cooler that has therapeutic properties.
These are high-end Coolers from some of the best brands in the industry.

If Rambo is your Brand of choice, then not surprisingly, you will find 3 top of the line coolers in the top price range.   The Rambo Cozy Fleece Cooler, features double bonded fleece that won't pill over time.  If you have a clipped show horse, you wil love the Rambo Dry Rug Supreme Cooler with its hideaway hood.  This Cooler will dry and polish your horse's coat to a high sheen.   The Rambo Travel Series Cooler is for the serious traveller with its quilted areas for extra warmth, net sides for ventilation and wide tail flap for warmth and protection.

Premium Irish Brand Bucas offers their Bucas Shamrock Power Cooler. It does what its name suggests with its anti-microbial fast wicking fleece inner.  The outside is a smooth satin finish which won't attract dust, dirt or shavings.

If you are looking for a therapeutic cooler that will stimulate blood supply, then you already likely are familiar with the Back on Track line of horse and people therapeutic products.  The Back on Track Haze Cooler is part of a color coordinated Collection, new to BOT.

5 REASONS TO BUY A COOLER FOR YOUR HORSE

1. To keep your horse cool after exercise: When a horse works hard, its body temperature can rise significantly. A horse cooler can help to bring the temperature down and prevent overheating.

2. To prevent muscle stiffness: After exercise, a horse's muscles can become stiff and sore. A horse cooler can help to reduce muscle stiffness and improve recovery.

3. To wick away sweat: During exercise, horses sweat heavily to regulate their body temperature. A horse cooler can help to absorb and wick away this sweat, keeping the horse more comfortable.

4. To protect against flies: Flies can be a nuisance for horses, especially during the summer months . A net horse cooler can help to provide some protection against flies by acting as a barrier between the horse and the flies for example ring side or in a horse trailer.

5. To provide UV protection: A horse cooler can also provide some protection against the sun's harmful UV rays. This can be especially important for horses with white or light-colored coats, which are more susceptible to sunburn. In a turnout situation, then a fly sheet would be used.