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Video on Horse Blanketing's Effect on Winter Coat Growth

Name: Ask the Vet - Blanketing and the effect on winter coat growth
Uploaded: 03/03/2020 00:45:00
Description: In this episode of Ask the Vet, SmartPaker Dan and Dr. Lydia Gray tackle a question about blanketing a horse and what effect that has on the growth of the horse’s coat. Dr. Gray talks about the main trigger for a horse’s hair to grow, the role weather and seasons play, and whether blanketing has an effect on the growth of hair.

Updated June 5, 2025

In this Ask the Vet video, SmartPaker Dan and Dr. Lydia Gray tackle a question about blanketing a horse and what effect that has on the growth of the horse’s coat. Watch as Dr. Gray talks about the main trigger for a horse’s coat hair to grow, the roles weather and seasons play, and whether blanketing has an effect on the growth of hair.

Learn more about blanketing and seasonal horse care by checking out our Horsemanship Library! In addition to our comprehensive guide to horse blanketing, the Horsemanship Library also houses our horse clipping guide so you can more confidently manage the barn during each change of season.

SmartPak Equine™ strongly encourages you to consult your veterinarian regarding specific questions about your horse's health. This information is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease, and is purely educational.