When do horses feel the cold? Vet explains at what point they might need a rug

Knowing when horses feel the cold and, consequently, when to rug is something that sits almost permanently in the mind of many a horse owner.

When the temperatures start to drop and the forecast is wetter, it can be tempting to reach for that massive, all-in-one heavyweight turnout rug to keep your horse nice and toasty – but in the back of your mind, you know that vets have warned about the dangers of over-rugging.

If you’re deciding whether to rug your horse, you could consult our rugging temperature guide for a quick answer...