Head Protector for stall door

Material

• Extra padding
• Robust material
• Machine washable

Function

• For stable and tournament stalls
• Easy attachment thanks to hook-and-loop fasteners
• Flexibly adjustable
• With storage bag

• Stable and tournament stalls with hard or sharp door frames
• Protection against bumping into door frames and solid edges
• Horses that react quickly in busy stable aisles and could bump their heads in the process
• Tournaments and clinics where unfamiliar stalls pose additional risks due to unknown construction
• Horses that like to interact with the stable aisle and stick their heads far out of the stall

the poll is located directly at the junction between the skull and the cervical spine? This small area is significantly more complex than it appears from the outside and plays an important role in head movement and balance. This is precisely why a padded stall edge can be useful if your horse would otherwise hit a hard surface when quickly lifting its head.

What is a head guard for a stable door used for?

The padded guard is attached to the top edge of the stable door. If your horse suddenly lifts its head, it won't hit the hard door edge directly. This provides extra protection for the skull and poll area against impacts.

For which horses is a padded stable door guard particularly useful?

It is especially suitable for tall horses, horses with a lively temperament, or animals that frequently stretch their heads over the stable door. Additional padding can also be useful for low or unfamiliar stable doors.

Why can stable doors specifically become a risk for injury?

When startled or when pulling their head back quickly, a horse may react abruptly upwards. If there is a hard wooden or metal edge there, it can hit its head or poll against it. Padding reduces the hardness of this direct contact.

Is the head guard also useful for show stables?

Yes. Especially with show stables, your horse is often not yet familiar with the height, structure, and dimensions of the door. In addition, the many unfamiliar movements and noises in the environment can lead to quick reactions. Therefore, it can be useful to cushion a hard door edge as a precaution.

Where should the head guard be attached to the stable?

It belongs on the top edge of the stable door over which your horse stretches its head. The padding should cover the area that the head or poll could come into contact with when lifted suddenly.

How is the head guard cleaned?

The head guard is machine washable. This allows for the regular removal of dust, hair, and typical stable dirt. It should be completely dry before being reattached.

• For intended use only as a privacy and wind screen for horse stalls.
• Check for damage, loose seams, tears, or defective fastenings before each use.
• Do not continue to use the stall curtain if it is damaged or shows significant wear.
• The stall curtain must be secured in such a way that there is no risk of the horse getting caught or entangled.
• Do not leave unattended within reach of horses if there is a risk that the material may be chewed or swallowed.
• Do not make any unauthorized modifications, cuts, or repairs to the product.
• Do not store or use near open flames, heat sources, or chemical substances.
• Clean only according to the care label – do not use chemical cleaning agents, bleach, or solvents.
• Allow to dry completely after cleaning before the product is reused or reattached.