- adultsearwarmer
- anti itch horse mask
- anti rub horse rug
- anti rub pony rug
- anti rub rug
- armpitcoverageforhorses
- base body
- beige fly rug
- best turn out hood
- black lycra horse hood
- black turn out head
- black turn out hood
- brown fly rug
- bug body fly rug
- bug body fly rug for horses
- bug body fly rug for ponies
- bug body fly rug neck cover
- bug body for horses
- bug body for ponies
- bug body neck cover
- bug body neck cover for rug
- burgundy lycra horse hood
- burgundy turn out head
- burgundy turn out hood
- comfort tail guard
- detachable neck cover for bug body
- detachable neck for bug body fly rug
- dressage saddle cover
- durable sweet itch rug
- elbowcoverageforhorses
- Elite Polo Shirt
- emily king
- Emroidered Polo Shirt
- EMS
- Equine metabolic syndrome
- equine udder protection
- fat horse
- fat pony
- field boots
- field turn out hood
- fleece hood for horses
- fleece horse hood
- fleece horse neck cover
- fleece horse rug
- fleece horse travel rug
- fleece horse under rug
- fleece pony hood
- fleece pony rug
- fleece rug for pony
- fleece rug with belly cover
- fleece rug with tummy cover
- fleece saddle cover
- fleece saddle cover for gp
- fleece stable hood
- fleece stable hood with no face
- fleece stable rug with belly cover
- fleece tail guard
- fleecestableboots
- fleecetravelboots
- fly mask
- fly protection for horses
- fly protection for udders
- fly rug for draft horses
- fly rug with belly cover
- fly rug with belly coverage
- fly rug with detachable neck
- fly rug with detachable neck cover
- fly rug with tummy cover
- fly rug with tummy coverage
- fly rug with uv protection
- fly rugs for horses
- fly rugs for ponies
- fly sheet for horses
- fly sheet for ponies
- flyprotectionforhorses
- frontlegcoversforhorses
- fully breathable sweet itch rug
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- gp saddle cover
- headless fleece horse hood
- headless hood for horses
- headless hood for ponies
- headless jams hood
- headless mane saver
- headless neck cover for bug body fly rug
- headless neck cover for ponies
- headless sweet itch hood
- headless turn out hood
- headless turn out horse hood
- hood suitable for turn out
- hood to protect plaits
- hood to stop mane rubbing
- hoods for horses
- hoods for ponies
- horse fly mask
- horse fly masks
- horse fly rug
- horse fly sheet
- horse hood
- horse hood with no head
- horse itch hood
- horse lycra hood
- horse lycra rug
- horse mane coverage
- horse mask
- horse mask suitable for turn out
- horse mask with mesh eye
- horse neck cover
- horse rug laundry bag
- horse rug liner
- horse rug with belly cover
- horse rug with tummy cover
- horse saddle cover
- horse saddle protection
- horse sheath cover
- horse stable hood
- horse stable neck cover
- horse sweet itch hood
- horse sweet itch mask
- horse sweet itch protection
- horse sweet itch rug
- horse tail bag
- horse tail guard
- horse travelling tail bag
- horse turn out head
- horse turn out hood
- horse turn out mask
- horse udder cover
- horse under rug
- horse uv protection
- horse waterproof tail bag
- horse wear
- horse willy cover
- horse winter under rug
- horsefrontlegcovers
- horsefrontlegprotection
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- horselegprotection
- horselegwraps
- horses
- horsetravelboots
- horsetravelwear
- horsewear
- inside horse leg coverage
- inside leg protection for horses
- itchy horse protection
- itchy horse rug
- itchy pony protection
- itchy pony rug
- jams fleece hood
- jams horse hood
- jams pony hood
- jams rug
- jams stable horse rug
- jams stable rug
- jump saddle cover
- Junior polo shirt
- keep clean horse under rug
- keep horse tail clean
- keep horses tail clean
- keep pony tail clean
- keep warm horse under rug
- keeping a grey tail clean
- keeping grey tail clean
- keeping horse tail clean
- Ladies Polo shirt
- laminitis
- large saddle cover
- large tail guard
- laundry bag
- laundry bag for rugs
- laundry bags for horsewear
- leg wraps
- legcoversforhorses
- legprotectionforhorses
- lifetime alteration
- lifetime repair service
- light blue rug rug
- light weight under rug
- light weight under rug for horses
- lycra body rug
- lycra body rug for horses
- lycra body rug for ponies
- lycra bodysuit for horse
- lycra bodysuit for pony
- lycra hood
- lycra hood for travelling
- lycra hood pull on
- lycra hood to protect plaits
- lycra hood with ears
- lycra hood with zip
- lycra horse hood
- lycra horse rug
- lycra pony hood
- lycra pony rug
- lycra show rug
- lycra show rug for horses
- lycra show rug for ponies
- lycra travel rug for horse
- made to measure sweet itch rugs
- mane protecting hood
- mane saver
- mane saver stable hood
- mane saving hood
- mary king event rider
- mary king rider
- midge mask for horses
- minature size sweet itch rugs
- miniature horse bug body fly rug
- mud fever
- mud fever boots
- mud proof horse hood
- mud proof turn out mask
- navy lycra horse hood
- navy turn out head
- navy turn out hood
- neck cover for horse with no head
- padded laundry bag
- padded tail guard
- paddock boots
- petticoat rug
- plait protecting hood
- pony fly mask
- pony fly masks
- pony fly rug
- pony fly sheet
- pony hood
- pony hood with no head
- pony lycra hood
- pony lycra rug
- pony mane coverage
- pony neck cover
- pony rug liner
- pony saddle cover
- pony sheath cover
- pony stable hood
- pony summer neck covers
- pony sweet itch hood
- pony sweet itch mask
- pony sweet itch protection
- pony sweet itch rug
- pony tail guard
- pony turn out head
- pony turn out hood
- pony turn out mask
- pony udder cover
- pony udder covers
- pony uv protection
- pony waterproof tail bag
- pony willy cover
- ponyfrontlegcovers
- ponyfrontlegprotection
- ponylegwraps
- ponytravelboots
- premier
- prevent horse mane rubbing
- protect plaits
- protection for horse udders
- pull on lycra hood
- ride on saddle cover
- Riding Polo Shirt
- rug liner for horses
- rug to stop coat bleaching
- rug washing bag
- rugs for sweet itch
- saddle cover
- sarcoid coverage
- sarcoid prevention
- sarcoid protection
- sarcoid protection around udders
- sarcoidcoverage
- sarcoidprotection
- sarcoidprotectionforhorses
- save the mane
- separate bug body neck cover
- sheath cover attachments
- sheath cover for horses
- sheath cover for ponies
- sheath cover protection
- sheath protection for horses
- sheath protection for ponies
- shetland fly rug
- shetland saddle cover
- shetland tail bag
- shetland tail guard
- shetland turn out hood
- shiny show hood
- shiny show hood for horses
- shiny show horse rug
- shiny show pony rug
- shiny show rug
- shiny show stretch lycra hood for horses
- show hood for horses
- show saddle cover
- showing saddle cover
- Sleeveless polo shirt
- small saddle cover
- small tail guard
- snuggy alteration
- snuggy bug body
- snuggy fly protection
- snuggy fly rug
- snuggy headless hood
- snuggy headless jams
- Snuggy Hoods
- snuggy hoods alteration
- snuggy hoods base body
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- snuggy hoods fly protection
- snuggy hoods fly rug
- snuggy hoods headless hood
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- snuggy hoods jams hood
- snuggy hoods jams rug
- snuggy hoods laundry bag
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- snuggy hoods mane saver
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- snuggy hoods pony hood
- snuggy hoods pony rug alteration
- snuggy hoods repair
- snuggy hoods rip repairs
- snuggy hoods rug repair
- snuggy hoods sweet itch rug
- snuggy hoods tail guard
- snuggy hoods zip repair
- snuggy jams hood
- snuggy jams rug
- snuggy laundry bag
- snuggy lycra hood
- snuggy mane saver
- snuggy neck cover
- snuggy repair
- snuggy sweet itch hood
- snuggy sweet itch rug
- snuggy tail guard
- spick and span rug
- spik & span rug
- stable hood
- stable hood for horse
- stable hood for horses
- stable hood for ponies
- stable hood for pony
- stablebandages
- stableboots
- stablewraps
- stablewrapsforhorses
- stablewrapsforponies
- stop horse rug rubs
- stop rug rubs
- stop rugs rubbing
- stop stable stains
- stretchy lycra horse hood
- summer fly mask for horses
- summer fly rug
- summer headless hood for horse
- summer headless hood for horses
- summer headless hood for ponies
- summer mane saver
- summer neck cover for horses
- summer rug liner
- sweet itch coverage
- sweet itch head
- sweet itch head for pony
- sweet itch hood
- sweet itch hood for horse
- sweet itch hood for horses
- sweet itch hood with mesh eyes
- sweet itch horse head
- sweet itch horse hood
- sweet itch horse rug
- sweet itch leg cover attachments
- sweet itch mask
- sweet itch mask for horse
- sweet itch pony hood
- sweet itch pony rug
- sweet itch prevention
- sweet itch protection
- Sweet itch rug
- sweet itch rug for horse
- sweet itch rug for horses
- sweet itch rug for pony
- sweet itch rug with belly coverge
- sweet itch rug with tummy coverage
- sweet itch rugs
- sweet itch udder protection
- sweetitch
- sweetitchcoverage
- sweetitchlegcovers
- sweetitchprotection
- tail bag for horses
- tail bag for ponies
- tail guard
- tail guard for horse
- tail guard for pony
- tail protection for horse
- tail protection for pony
- Tailored polo shirt
- the best sweet itch rug
- travel tail guard
- travelboots
- turn out boots
- turn out head
- turn out head for horse
- turn out head for pony
- TURN OUT HOOD
- turn out hood for horses
- turn out hood for ponies
- turn out horse hood
- turn out horse hood with no face
- turn out mask
- turnout hood
- udder cover attachments
- udder cover for horses
- udder cover for ponies
- udder coverage for horses
- udder coverage for ponie
- udder fly protection
- udder protection
- under rug for horse
- uv fly protection for horses
- uv fly protection for ponies
- uv horse mask
- uv protection hood
- velcro laundry bag
- washing bag
- waterproof horse tail bag
- weatherproof horse hood
- weatherproof horse neck cover
- weatherproof horse rug
- weatherproof pony neck cover
- weatherproof pony rug
- weatherproof pony under rug
- weatherproof turn out head
- weatherproof turn out head for horse
- weatherproof turn out hood
- willy cover for horse
- willy cover for horses
- willy cover for pony
- winter under rug
- zipped lycra hood
- zipped sweet itch hood
8 products
Bug Body Fly Rug
The Snuggy Bug Body ® Fly Rug is sure to become a 'must have' in every equine's wardrobe. Offering comprehensive poll to dock protection - the Snuggy Bug Body® Fly Rug is the most innovative, protective 'bug rug' on the market.
Constructed of the same fabric as the Sweet Itch Hood and Sweet Itch Rug, the Bug Body Fly Rug is robust yet lightweight and fully breathable, water repellent, stops coat bleaching as well as protecting from midges, other flying/biting insects, dust and dirt. The Bug Body Fly Rug is suitable for horses and ponies with fly or insect sensitivity or allergies as well as Sweet Itch sufferers. It will keep you horse cool and comfortable all Summer long. Also excellent as a under layer in winter months, with or without the neck section.
The Snuggy Bug Body Fly Rug comes as a two piece neck and rug combo for versatility and ease of fitting. The rug part- with built in full belly band, tail wrap and XL flap, is fitted first. The neck piece then slips over the horse's head and is secured to the top and sides of the rug's neck with Velcro leaving no gaps. The top of the neck sits closely behind the ears even when the horse stretches down to graze and is elasticated, with adjustment, to prevent any insects getting inside. The mane area of the neck is lined with a seamless, silky, non stretch lining to prevent mane rubbing/hair loss.
Small straps are fitted to the withers and chest section of the rug to prevent gaps. The withers and chest areas are padded and elasticated to prevent pressure. Three Velcro patches are fitted to the rug and belly each side to achieve a close Snuggy fit and a strong anti-stretch binding is run along the spine of the Bug Body to keep the rug in shape and prevent it slipping backwards.
Plus there is also the option to add the Sweet Itch Mask with ears and mesh eyes, as well as Front Legs, Sheath Cover or Udder Cover for extra coverage for severe sufferers. These items are purchased separately and need the appropriate attachments sewn on to the Sweet Itch Rug. During a sale/offer or discount period, customers are asked to add the appropriate attachments to their basket. If this is not done, you will receive an attachments pack with instructions leaflet, to enable you to add the necessary attachments yourself.
If you are unsure on fitting then do check out Fitting Advice Guide.
Sizes - 4'6” to 7’3” (for sizes 2'9" to 4'3" please contact us to order)
Colours - Beige, Brown & Haint Blue
Featured in Horse and Hound's top 12 fly rugs !
Front Leg Covers
Front Leg Covers are made from the same clever fabric as the Sweet Itch Rug & Bug Body, they cover the front legs from elbow to just above the knee. These horse leg covers are a clever, unique design protecting the upper part of the foreleg from midges, flies, other biting insects & harmful UV rays. The foreleg can be particularly sensitive especially on the inside where the coat is fine & thin.
Snuggy Front Leg Covers are designed specifically for use with the Sweet Itch Rug or Bug Body. They attach with hook & loop strips/d-rings to outside of the rug on the shoulder area and the inside edge of the Belly Band which sits (and covers) between the front legs. These horse leg covers have been successfully trialed & used by thousands on customers for over 10 years and are an excellent choice for additional coverage if your horse or pony suffers badly from Sweet Itch or other environment related allergies.
The Front Leg Covers are detachable for ease of fitting and washing so can be used as and when required. They are designed to be a close fit to prevent flies/insects getting up inside but do allow movement of the front leg for comfort and durability. The fabric is fully breathable so cool, yet robust. It does not allow insects to bite through and does filter UV rays.
PLEASE NOTE - The Sweet Itch Rug/Bug Body does not come as standard with the Front Leg attachments. If you already have the or Bug Body you will need to sew on the provided Front Leg attachments - Front Leg Covers bought alone will arrive complete with an attachment pack including all pieces needed to sew on to your rug and an instruction sheet. If you don't required this attachment pack (if your rug already has the attachments) please let us know when ordering and we won't send you the extra pack.
**IF YOU REQUIRE US TO SEW ON THE ATTACHMENTS PLEASE ADD THE APPROPRIATE ATTACHMENTS TO YOUR BASKET **
Check out the Front Leg Cover fitting video HERE and the Snuggy Sweet Itch Information Video HERE.
Sizes - XS to XL (see size guide tab) - These should be roomy for freedom of use, so if between sizing, size UP in this product. Please contact us if you require sizing advice.
Colours - Beige, Brown & Haint Blue
XS - 4'3" - 4'6"
S - 4'9" - 5'0"
M - 5'3" - 5'6"
L - 5'9 - 6'3"
XL - 6'6" +
As well as the horse leg covers take a look at our other best-selling products for extra Summer protection - Udder Cover & Sheath Cover. For sensitive areas that aren't able to be covered we highly recommend which is an excellent summer ointment to repel, sanitise and sooth.
Headless Sweet Itch Hood
The Headless Sweet Itch Hood from Snuggy Hoods is perfect for all those wanting to protect their horse or pony from midges, flies other biting insects & harmful UV rays without the worry of it covering the face. It is our best-selling Summer Hood for mane protection.
The Snuggy Headless Sweet Itch Hood offers total protection from midges, biting insects, flies and harmful sunshine rays. It comes complete with adjustable belly band, optional zip & an elasticated and adjustable collar behind the ears ensuring close yet comfortable protection. The Headless Sweet Itch Hood also has a no-seam silky lined mane & shoulder area to prevent rubbing/chaffing.
This Headless Sweet Itch Hood is designed for comfort and protection. The the neck is cut extra long so the horse can stretch down comfortably to graze whilst staying protected right up to behind the ears.
This unique Hood is made of fully breathable, water repellent, heavy shower proof, lightweight, stretch fabric which is durable, cool & comfortable. The fabric will also black dust & dirt and will prevent coat bleaching in the sun. The Headless Sweet Itch Hood is fully machine-washable and designed to be worn 24/7, in field or in stable, rain or shine.
The Headless Sweet Itch Hood is self-fixing so it can be used with any rug such as a fly rug or Summer sheet. It is best teamed with the Sweet Itch Rug for insect protection from poll to tail including full belly.
If you require the horse's head to be covered you can choose the Sweet Itch Mask to use with the Headless Hood for amazing protection. Using with the Sweet Itch Mask gives you the choice of face coverage or not as required.
ZIP OR PULL ON ? - we would always recommend a pull on hood unless the horse is head shy. Why? Less fiddly, Less to break, Less Bulky. If your horse is head shy or would find fitting stressful or upsetting, we would always recommend a zipped hood.
There is the option to add on Front Legs, Udder Cover or Sheath Cover providing extended coverage for the severe Sweet Itch sufferer. These items are purchased separately and designed for use with the Sweet Itch Rug or Bug Body Fly Rug.
If you are unsure on sizing then do check out our Size & Measuring Guide.
Sizes – XS to XXL
Colours - Beige, Brown & Haint Blue
Check out the Snuggy Sweet Itch Information Video HERE (Featuring the Headless Sweet Itch Hood).
What is Sweet Itch?
Sweet Itch is caused by an allergic reaction to the bites of the Culicoides midge and, to a lesser extent, Simulium Equinum. At present there is no known cure for Sweet Itch. Once an equine develops the allergy it is generally affected every Spring, Summer and Autumn. There are two approaches to improving the comfort of an affected animal: to minimize the allergic reaction with corticosteroids, anti-histamines or soothing lotions or to minimise midge attack using a Sweet Itch Hood/Rug. The second method offers the most effective protection and avoids the need to use harsh chemicals, expensive repellents and messy oils or greases. The Snuggy Sweet Itch Hood has been approved by Veterinary professionals for the prevention of the midge bite allergic reaction.
Sheath Cover
Inspired by our extremely successful Udder Cover we have spent a long time designing the Snuggy Sheath Cover. The clever design allows the horse/pony to still urinate comfortably but at the same time offering maximum protection of the sheath area.
Made from the same fabric as the Sweet Itch Body it is a separate piece so can be removed for regular washing and attaches to the rug with strong Velcro fastenings. A must for those severe sufferers.
Designed specifically and successfully trialed for use with the Sweet Itch Rug or Bug Body. (they can also be used with our winter Under Rug or Base body - please ensure that you add the appropriate attachments to the basket)
These items are purchased separately and need the appropriate attachments sewn on to the Sweet Itch Rug or Bug Body Fly rug. During a sale/offer or discount period, customers are asked to add the appropriate attachments to their basket. If this is not done, you will simply receive an attachments pack with instructions leaflet, to enable you to add the necessary attachments yourself.
Fitting advice - this product must be a close tight fit !! Straps must pull up between hind legs fastening high up either side the tail. If rug is either too long or straps are too long the sheath cover will collect droppings. Any concerns, check with us first, sending photos for us to check
Rug size - SC size
XS - 4’6” to 5'0”
S - 5’3” to 5’6”
M - 5'9-6'3
L - 6'6 - 6'9
XL - 7’0” +
Sizes - XS to XL
Colour - Beige, Brown & Haint Blue
Sweet Itch Hood
Complete Sweet Itch Protection for your horse, pony or donkey! The Snuggy Sweet Itch Hood offers total protection from midges, biting insects, flies and harmful sunshine rays. It comes complete with mesh eyes, built in ears, optional zip, adjustable noseband & elastic poll adjusters for secure fit. The Sweet Itch Hood also has a no-seam silky lined mane & shoulder area to prevent rubbing/chaffing and an adjustable belly strap.
The Snuggy Sweet Itch Hood is designed for comfort and protection. The noseband is soft on the inside and the neck is cut extra long so the horse can stretch down comfortably to graze.
This unique Hood is made of fully breathable, water repellent, heavy shower proof, lightweight, stretch fabric which is durable, cool & comfortable. The Sweet Itch Hood is fully machine-washable and designed to be worn 24/7, in field or in stable, rain or shine.
The Sweet Itch Hood covers ears, face, neck, shoulders and chest. We recommend to use this Hood with the Sweet Itch Rug for maximum coverage, nose to tail. The Sweet Itch Hood and Sweet Itch Rug is our best-selling combination for Sweet Itch prevention.
The Sweet Itch Hood is self-fixing so it can be used with any other rug such as a fly rug or Summer sheet. If you don't require the horse's head to be covered you can choose the Headless Sweet Itch Hood for amazing protection without covering the horse's face.
KEY FEATURES
- Midge/fly/Insect proof fabric
- Stops harmful UV rays
- Close fit, no gaps
- Cool, breathable & comfortable
- With ears & optional YKK zip
- Soft, adjustable noseband
ZIP OR PULL ON ? - we would always recommend a pull on hood unless the horse is head shy. Why? Less fiddly, Less to break, Less Bulky. If your horse is head shy or would find fitting stressful or upsetting, we would always recommend a zipped hood.
There is the option to add on Front Legs, Udder Cover or Sheath Cover providing extended coverage for the severe Sweet Itch sufferer. These items are purchased separately and designed for use with the Sweet Itch Rug or Bug Body Fly Rug.
The Snuggy Sweet Itch Hood has been successfully protecting horses and ponies from Sweet Itch for over 20 years, all over the World! This is a much loved, extensively tried and tested design which has helped thousand of equines enjoy a more comfortable Summer season and therefore better quality of life.
As with all our products Snuggy Hoods offer a full after sales service that is second to none. Alterations, repairs and general advice are offered for the life of the product ensuring it is not a one season wonder!
If you are unsure on sizing then do check out our Size & Measuring Guide.
Sizes – XS to XXL
Colours - Brown, Beige & Haint Blue
PLEASE BE INCREDIBLY FUSSY WITH THE FITTING OF ANY PRODUCT COVERING THE HORSES FACE. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR HORSE UNATTENDED UNLESS YOU ARE CONFIDENT THAT THE HORSE IS HAPPY AND THAT YOU ARE HAPPY WITH THE FIT. IF UNSURE, PLEASE REMOVE IT IMMEDIATELY AND CONTACT US, OR PHOTOGRAPH IT ON YOUR HORSE IF YOU WOULD LIKE US TO CHECK.
AS WITH ANY ITEM, ILL FIT CAN CAUSE RUBBING AND CAN MOVE WHICH CAN BE DANGEROUS. THAT SAID, WE MUST ADD, THAT THE BEST FITTING HOOD AND RUG CAN MOVE IF CAUGHT ON SOMETHING OR RUBBED OR PULLED AT. UNFORTUNATELY WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS.
Snuggy Hoods proudly support HorseWorld in Bristol. Several of their resident rescue ponies suffer severely with Sweet Itch and their Sweet Itch Hoods and Rugs help them lead a more comfortable life especially in the Summer months. To view a video of HorseWorld's itchy ponies modelling their Snuggy clothes CLICK HERE.
What is Sweet Itch?
Sweet Itch is caused by an allergic reaction to the bites of the Culicoides midge and, to a lesser extent, Simulium Equinum. At present there is no known cure for Sweet Itch. Once an equine develops the allergy it is generally affected every Spring, Summer and Autumn. There are two approaches to improving the comfort of an affected animal: to minimize the allergic reaction with corticosteroids, anti-histamines or soothing lotions or to minimise midge attack using a Sweet Itch Hood/Rug. The second method offers the most effective protection and avoids the need to use harsh chemicals, expensive repellents and messy oils or greases. The Snuggy Sweet Itch Hood has been approved by Veterinary professionals for the prevention of the midge bite allergic reaction.
The Snuggy Sweet Itch Hood is featured in Horse & Hound's "Best Sweet Itch Rugs Available"!
Sweet Itch Mask
The Snuggy Hoods Sweet Itch Mask offers excellent coverage for face, ears and eyes and is designed to be used with the Bug Body (attaches with D-ring and velcro loop) or with a full high neck fly rug/summer sheet. We recommend the Sweet Itch Mask for the following uses - Sweet Itch prevention & allergy/fly/insect/UV ray protection.
This unique Sweet Itch Mask has built in ears and mesh eyes. It is lined in the mane area behind the ears with a silky fabric and has elasticated adjustment in multiple places for a close, secure fit. The Sweet Itch Mask comes either as a pull on or zipped option for easier fitting.
Constructed of a robust yet lightweight and fully breathable fabric which prevents insects biting, and is also heavy showerproof, stops coat bleaching (harmful UV rays) whilst keeping your horse or pony clean!
The optional zip runs from chin to under the neck. Without a zip the Sweet Itch Mask is 'pull on' so simply slip over the nose and pull backwards into position.
Designed for use with the Bug Body Fly Rug but is suitable for use with any full neck fly rug or summer sheet. Also ideal for use with the Headless Sweet Itch Hood for optional face coverage. The Sweet Itch Mask will attach to the Bug Body neck or Headless Sweet Itch Hood with a metal D-ring and strong velcro loop for security. A velcro loop is included at the top of the neck of both the Bug Body and Headless Hood - this is there to loop through the metal D ring provided with every Mask - for extra security.
A spare Velcro loop is provided so the Sweet Itch Mask can be attached to the neck of an alternative rug for added security. We strongly recommend customers attach the Sweet Itch Mask to a rug neck as instructed in the fitting information sheet. If you need help with this please contact us before using the Mask.
PLEASE BE INCREDIBLY FUSSY WITH THE FITTING OF ANY PRODUCT COVERING THE HORSES FACE. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR HORSE UNATTENDED UNLESS YOU ARE CONFIDENT THAT THE HORSE IS HAPPY AND THAT YOU ARE HAPPY WITH THE FIT. IF UNSURE, PLEASE REMOVE IT IMMEDIATELY AND CONTACT US, OR PHOTOGRAPH IT ON YOUR HORSE IF YOU WOULD LIKE US TO CHECK.
AS WITH ANY ITEM, ILL FIT CAN CAUSE RUBBING AND CAN MOVE WHICH CAN BE DANGEROUS. THAT SAID, WE MUST ADD, THAT THE BEST FITTING HOOD AND RUG CAN MOVE IF CAUGHT ON SOMETHING OR RUBBED OR PULLED AT. UNFORTUNATELY WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS.
ZIP OR PULL ON ? - we would always recommend a pull on hood unless the horse is head shy. Why? Less fiddly, Less to break, Less Bulky. If your horse is head shy or would find fitting stressful or upsetting, we would always recommend a zipped hood.
Sizes – XS to XXL
Colours - Beige, Brown & Haint Blue
*** Please note that the BROWN Mask has BLACK mesh cover the eyes ***
What is Sweet Itch?
Sweet Itch is caused by an allergic reaction to the bites of the Culicoides midge and, to a lesser extent, Simulium Equinum. At present there is no known cure for Sweet Itch. Once an equine develops the allergy it is generally affected every Spring, Summer and Autumn. There are two approaches to improving the comfort of an affected animal: to minimize the allergic reaction with corticosteroids, anti-histamines or soothing lotions or to minimise midge attack using a Sweet Itch Rug. The second method offers the most effective protection and avoids the need to use harsh chemicals, expensive repellents and messy oils or greases. The Snuggy Sweet Itch Rug has been approved by Veterinary professionals for the prevention of the midge bite allergic reaction.
Sweet Itch Rug
Complete Sweet Itch Protection for your horse, pony or donkey! The Snuggy Sweet Itch Rug offers total protection from midges, biting insects, flies and harmful sunshine rays. It comes complete with full belly coverage, elasticated & padded chest and withers, double tail protection in the form of a tail wrap and XL flap with non-stretch binding along the spine length.
This unique Rug is made of fully breathable, water repellent, heavy shower proof, lightweight stretch fabric which is durable, cool & comfortable. The Sweet Itch Rug is fully machine-washable and designed to be worn 24/7, in field or in stable, rain or shine.
The Sweet Itch Rug covers chest, shoulders, body, belly and tail. We recommend to use this Rug with the Sweet Itch Hood for maximum coverage, nose to tail. The Sweet Itch Rug and Sweet Itch Hood is our best-selling combination for Sweet Itch prevention.
KEY FEATURES
- Midge/fly/Insect proof fabric
- Stops harmful UV rays
- Close fit, no gaps
- Cool, breathable & comfortable
- Double tail protection - unique wrap and XL flap
- Full, adjustable belly cover
If you don't require neck protection the Sweet Itch Rug can be used alone. It can also be used with the Headless Sweet Itch Hood for amazing protection without covering the horse's face.
Plus there is also the option to add Front Legs, Sheath Cover or Udder Cover for extra coverage for severe sufferers. These items are purchased separately and need the appropriate attachments sewn on to the Sweet Itch Rug. During a sale/offer or discount period, customers are asked to add the appropriate attachments to their basket. If this is not done, you will receive an attachments pack with instructions leaflet, to enable you to add the necessary attachments yourself.
The Sweet Itch Rug prevents coat bleaching and being mud proof and water repellent it is also fabulous as an under rug for Autumn/Winter use, to keep your horse clean and add that extra breathable layer for warmth.
The Sweet Itch Rug has been successfully protecting horses and ponies from Sweet Itch for over 20 years, all over the World! This is a much loved, extensively tried and tested design which has helped thousand of equines enjoy a more comfortable Summer season and therefore better quality of life.
As with all our products Snuggy Hoods offer a full after sales service that is second to none. Alterations, repairs and general advice are offered for the life of the product ensuring it is not a one season wonder!
If you are unsure on fitting then do check out Fitting Advice Guide.
Sizes - 4'6” to 7’3” (To order miniature sizes 2'6" - 4'3" please contact us.)
Colours - Beige, Brown & Haint Blue
Snuggy Hoods proudly support HorseWorld in Bristol. Several of their resident rescue ponies suffer severely with Sweet Itch and their Sweet Itch Hoods and Rugs help them lead a more comfortable life especially in the Summer months. To view a video of HorseWorld's itchy ponies modelling their Snuggy clothes CLICK HERE.
What is Sweet Itch?
Sweet Itch is caused by an allergic reaction to the bites of the Culicoides midge and, to a lesser extent, Simulium Equinum. At present there is no known cure for Sweet Itch. Once an equine develops the allergy it is generally affected every Spring, Summer and Autumn. There are two approaches to improving the comfort of an affected animal: to minimize the allergic reaction with corticosteroids, anti-histamines or soothing lotions or to minimise midge attack using a Sweet Itch Rug. The second method offers the most effective protection and avoids the need to use harsh chemicals, expensive repellents and messy oils or greases. The Snuggy Sweet Itch Rug has been approved by Veterinary professionals for the prevention of the midge bite allergic reaction.
The Snuggy Sweet Itch Rug is featured in Horse & Hound's "Best Sweet Itch Rugs Available"!
Udder Cover
The Snuggy Udder Cover offers extra coverage of the udder area for mares. This is a unique product - Snuggy Hoods were the first to offer an 'udder protector', which has been successfully used over the last 10+ years all over the World. The Udder Cover protects the sensitive udder area of mare from flies, midges, other biting insects and harmful UV rays. This is particularly beneficial to mares that suffer from Sweet Itch or other allergies. Many customers also use the Udder Cover to protect sarcoids from flies and also help manage other skin conditions.
The Snuggy Udder Cover has been designed specifically and successfully trialled for use with either the the Sweet Itch Rug or Bug Body. Made from the same clever fabric, this Udder Cover is a separate piece so can be removed for regular washing and attaches to the rug with strong hook & loop fastenings. A Summer essential for those severe sufferers.
NOTE - can also be used with the winter under rug and base body
CLICK HERE to check out the Udder Cover product video.
During a sale/offer or discount period, customers are asked to add the appropriate attachments to their basket. If this is not done, you will simply receive an attachments pack with instructions leaflet, to enable you to add the necessary attachments yourself.
Fitting advice - this product must be a close tight fit !! Straps must pull up between hind legs fastening high up either side the tail. If rug is either too long or straps are too long the sheath cover will collect urine/droppings. Any concerns, check with us first, sending photos for us to check
Rug size - UC size
XS - 4'6" - 5'0"
S - 5'3" - 5-6"
M - 5'9" - 6'3"
L - 6'6" - 6'9"
XL - 7'0" +
Sizes - XS to XL - see size guide tab for further information. If you require help with sizing please contact us.
Colours - Beige, Brown & Haint Blue
For additional coverage Front Leg Covers can be purchased and also the extremely popular Sheath Cover for geldings/stallions.
PLEASE NOTE - The Udder Cover is intended for use with the Sweet Itch Rug or Bug Body. We cannot guarantee that the Udder Cover will attach to or be effective if attached to any other design of rug.
Check out the Snuggy Hoods Sweet Itch information video HERE.
What is Sweet Itch?
Sweet Itch is caused by an allergic reaction to the bites of the Culicoides midge and, to a lesser extent, Simulium Equinum. At present there is no known cure for Sweet Itch. Once an equine develops the allergy it is generally affected every Spring, Summer and Autumn. There are two approaches to improving the comfort of an affected animal: to minimize the allergic reaction with corticosteroids, anti-histamines or soothing lotions or to minimise midge attack using a Sweet Itch Rug. The second method offers the most effective protection and avoids the need to use harsh chemicals, expensive repellents and messy oils or greases. The Snuggy Sweet Itch Rug has been approved by Veterinary professionals for the prevention of the midge bite allergic reaction.