Feb 1, 2014

What To Expect From Horseware Ireland

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By Jayne Rutledge


In 1985 the MacGuiness' created their company, Horseware Ireland. The business was built on the need for horsewares that were more durable and better suited to the comfort of animals. Before long they had taken over the market, leaving their competition with only one recourse. To quickly adjust their products to mimic those of Tom MacGuiness.

The first rug, the Rambo, was a tremendous improvement over what was found on the market previously. The fabric was lighter in weight and water resistant to keep the animals dry and warm. The shape of this rug was detailed to fit a horse properly and not slide around on its body and contained front clasps for consumer ease. This and other products gave them the reputation of being the best and highest producer of turnout rugs in the industry.

The products they have created show that they are constantly working to improve on them. The rugs have morphed into wugs and the reasoning for the changes show a highly developed knowledge of the needs of consumers and their horses. Although both products are available they cater to separate uses and most times to different climates and terrains.

They have made improvements that consist of higher neck covers, front clasps to stop sliding, head and tail guards and light weight rugs designed to keep flies and other pests off of the animal. The variety of different fabrics and fillers that are used will keep your horse comfortable regardless of where you live.

The special fillers that are used are thermo-bonded to recover the fullness, or loft, should the horse crush it in some manner. This special feature allows air to circulate evenly in and around the rug, thereby keeping the animal warmer and dryer than other rugs or wugs. Another aspect of their products is called rip-stop. This system, originally used in flack jackets for police and soldiers, helps keep the covers from tearing should they get punctured during normal use.

The company has developed a line of clothing for all members of a family. They have a very attractive line of coats and pants for men, women and children to use when working with horses or riding them. These clothing items are durable and fashionable at the same time. They work and play with the same attention to style and versatility as all other products created here.

Over the past twenty plus years this company has built a reputation of excellence and innovation in the horse community. They have been given highest honors for the wugs and turn out rugs for up to ten years consecutively. The diversity of lines they have created has worked to their benefit and to the benefit of customers and their animals.

The Horseware Ireland Company is also an environmentally friendly enterprise. They use only renewable wind generated power in their Irish factory. They are also very community aware and have aligned themselves with the Manege Zonder Dremples who create and supply specially adapted carriages for severely disabled children as a form of therapy. Another alliance is with the ISPCA by supplying horse and dog rugs for abandoned and abused animals that have been rescued. They project a superbly professional attitude that speaks to the future of the world.




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