April 2008

Fly Sheets For Horses

Fly sheets should cover a maximum amount of the horse, fit properly and be durable.

Fly sheets tend to come in two varieties—"soft" and "hard." The soft sheets are usually made of cotton or a polyester fabric weaved to form a soft mesh. They are lightweight and airy, tending to fit closer to the body. We find the softer fabrics are kinder to a horse’s coat and skin, but they also can get snagged and tear more easily.

The hard sheets are made of stiff PVC-coated fabric, such as Textilene. It’s reminiscent of lawn furniture covers, but a bit more flexible. …