Sweet Itch Rug

The Sweet Itch Rug helps protect your horse, pony or donkey from midges, biting insects, flies and UV rays, with coverage for the chest, shoulders, body, full belly and tail.

Comfortable coverage for sensitive horses

• Lightweight, breathable polyester/spandex stretch fabric that is durable, water-repellent and resistant to heavy showers.
• Full belly coverage, plus elasticated, padded chest and withers.
• Double tail protection with a tail wrap and extra-large flap.
• Non-stretch binding along the spine to help maintain the rug’s shape.
• Machine washable, suitable for field or stable use, day or night, with regular checks of fit and comfort.

Specialist fabric, not a mesh fly rug

Our close-fitting stretch fabric is similar in weight to a quality anti-itch summer sheet, rather than thin mesh. Used worldwide for decades, including in hot and tropical regions, it provides durable coverage for itchy horses and sensitive skin.

Choose your coverage

Use alone if neck coverage is not needed. For our best-selling Sweet Itch combination, pair with the Sweet Itch Hood for coverage from nose to tail. To leave the face uncovered, choose the Headless Sweet Itch Hood.

Optional covers and attachment requirements

Add separately purchased Front Legs, Sheath Cover or Udder Cover for extra coverage. These require the appropriate attachment points to be sewn onto the rug.

During any sale, offer or discount period, please add the appropriate attachments to your basket. If you do not, you will receive an attachment pack with instructions so you can sew the necessary attachments on yourself.

Useful beyond summer

Helps prevent coat bleaching and keeps mud off. It can also be worn beneath another rug in autumn and winter as an extra breathable layer for warmth and cleanliness.

Tried, tested and supported

A trusted design for over 20 years, featured in Horse & Hound’s best Sweet Itch rugs guide, with advice, alterations and repairs available throughout the product’s life.

We also support HorseWorld’s rescue ponies, including those affected by Sweet Itch. Watch them wearing their Snuggy Hoods and Rugs.

Unsure which rug to choose? Compare the Sweet Itch Rug and Bug Body Fly Rug.

Please make sure to study our Fitting Advice and Size Guide pages for further information. You will also find helpful videos on fitting your product properly on the Fitting Advice page.

UK Size - Ins - cm - EU Back Seam

4'0" - 48" - 120cm - 75cm

4'3" - 51" - 130cm - 85cm

4'6" - 54" - 137cm - 90cm

4'9" - 57" - 145cm - 95cm

5'0" - 60" - 152cm - 105cm

5'3" - 63" - 160cm - 110cm

5'6" - 66" - 168cm - 115cm

5'9" - 69" - 175cm - 125 cm

6'0" - 72" - 183cm - 135cm

6'3" - 75" - 191cm - 140cm

6'6" - 78" - 198cm - 145cm

6'9" - 81" - 206cm - 155cm

7'0" - 84" - 213cm - 160cm

7'3" - 87" - 221cm - 165cm

• 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

Check out our product video!

Please make sure to study our Fitting Advice and Size Guide pages for further information. You will also find helpful videos on fitting your product properly.

• machine wash
• up to 40 degrees cycle
• fast spin
• can be refitted damp

(tumble dry not recommended)