All Zilco rugs are based on International sizing which measures the rug from the front of the chest fitting to the back. With the new designs (which have higher neck cuts for superior fit), it is recommended that you order sizes as listed to avoid fitting problems.

If you do not have an existing rug to measure, you can measure your horse. The measurement should be taken from the centre of the animal's chest where the front of the rug would meet, around the shoulder and along the side of the horse in a continuous straight line to the point level with the top of the tail.

All of our rugs are sized in graduations of 3 inches. Opposite is a general guide of sizes, but this can vary depending on the breed of the horse and its individual conformation. Your local saddlery should be able to offer advice as well.

New Zealand Customers should note that these sizings are different to what you are used to.
To convert NZ sizings to International sizings, add 1'3" to the sizings that you are used to.
For example, if you usually use a NZ size 5'0", you will need a 6'3" International size (as per the table)

Caring for your Rug

• A horse rug is the same as any other item of clothing - in that if it is removed when it is still wet or damp, it should be hung up in a dry, well ventilated area.



• Occasionally in heavy rain, some moisture penetration may occur in the sewn areas of the rug. This is not significant and due to the positioning of the stitching (particularly on seamless rugs) will not affect the rug's performance.



• All of our canvas rugs are sewn using a specially developed cotton covered nylon thread. This is designed to swell when wet to completely fill the stitch holes. Occasionally in heavy rain, some moisture penetration may occur.



• Cleaning should be carried out by hanging the rug over a clothes line and washing with cold water. DO NOT SCRUB or wash with detergents. This can damage the waterproofing.



• Always follow directions as they appear on the rug's labelling.