Mane savers

[ruthb]

Last winter my horse rubbed out a big chunk of her mane - she's never done it before but I think because it was so cold for so long she was in a neck cover a lot more than she usually does.
The mane has just about grown in, but is still pretty fine in the former bald area and looks a bit sad despite my endless efforts (megatek = waste of time and money by the way!).

What I want to know is does anybody have any advice for protecting her mane over this winter as I think if I cover her mane it'll just rub away but obviously she can't be left cold. Are snuggy hoods the thing? Spraying show shine over her existing neck covers? Any advice gratefully received ... xx

 

[maxine1985]

Have had good success, as has a friend with Bossy Bibs mane savers, expensive but worth it! Also keep the mane clean and non greasy!

 

[magicgirl]

Just don't bother with a neck cover. They are a relatively new idea and our fully clipped hunters were fine turned out without them, I feel they are more for the owners convenience rather than a necessity for the horse's well being.

 

[Meowy Catkin]

I also found that the only answer was to not use neck covers or combo rugs. Standard necks or Wugs only.

 

[Micky]

Can you pig oil it and plait it up ( not too tight), neck covers often rub, whatever the brand/style.....

 

[rachyblue]

I've found detachable neck covers to be better than fixed ones as they move around more and rub less.