Is it Time to Stop Talking About Rugging?
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Join EquiTeam’s Liz Daniels and Liz Somerville as they discuss a current topic that has seen a bit of debate on social media – is it time to stop talking about rugging? From over-rugging, not rugging for welfare purposes to rugging for practical reasons – Liz and Liz share their own thoughts, as well as some research from Dr Marlin, on this hot topic – no pun intended. While Liz S holds her hands up when it comes to adding an extra rug, Liz D admits to being ‘nesh’ and has to try hard not to think her horses feel the cold like she does! Topics include: when to rug when not to rug  how over rugging is contributing to the obesity crisis we have in the UK horse population  practical tips on rugging why horse's don't feel the cold like we do  Find out how to join EquiTeam here Follow us on social media: Facebook  Instagram
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