Ultimate Animal Comfort From Horseware Ireland

By Jayne Rutledge


Established in 1985 horseware Ireland has set the standard for the horseware industry leaving competitors with only the option to copy their work and ideas. Proprietors Tom and Carol MacGuiness have a company policy that demands innovation and constant review of products they create. This policy has lead to many improvements in the original rug created for horses.

The first product to be produced was the Rambo rug, designed to keep the horses dry and warm as well as not slip around on them or cause them to sweat excessively. By 1996 they were leading the industry in production and sales of turnout rugs. The success of their products lead them to establish new standards for the industry around the world.

The bottom line policy of this company is constant review and innovative thinking. They are constantly improving their products to make them more consumer and horse friendly. Some improvements have presented themselves as a new line of product such as wugs. They differ from the rugs in that they are worn outside as well as inside the barn. The construction and materials are designed for use in different climates and terrains.

One of the new rugs they created is called the fly buster. It is specifically designed to keep the horses free of flies and other pests. It is made of a light enough fabric that it also protects them from the sun and helps keep them cool on summer days. The company has a variety of fabrics they have created to assure comfort for the animals.

The fabrics and fillers they developed for their products are designed to recover their fullness should the horse decide to roll on the ground and flatten them. The process of thermo-bonding allows for the fabric to return to its original form. This helps to retain the warmth of the cover by creating air circulation around the horse. They also developed a system of bonding fabric with water resistant components to keep the animal dry and the fabric soft and warm.

The company has developed a line of clothing for all members of a family. They have a very attractive line of coats and pants for men, women and children to use when working with horses or riding them. These clothing items are durable and fashionable at the same time. They work and play with the same attention to style and versatility as all other products created here.

They are partners with agencies that promote human and animal sensitivity. They are affiliated with the ISPCA as well as Manege Zonder Dremples. Two organizations dedicated to the improvement of circumstances involving human and animal issues. One of the agencies supply carriage rides for disabled children and for the other agency they supply rugs for dogs and horses that have been abandoned worldwide. The focus of their assistance falls on animals that have been abused and starved.

In an effort to be earth friendly they use nothing but renewable energy sources. The factory in Ireland is operated entirely on wind generated energy. Horseware Ireland is a dedicated member of the ISPCA and donates thousands of rugs for abused animals at the facility and around the world. They are also aligned with an agency that furnishes critically disabled children with horse and carriage therapy.




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