{"product_id":"waldhausen-tail-protector-travel-tail-guard-for-horses","title":"Waldhausen Tail Protector Travel Tail Guard for Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWaldhausen Tail Protector - Travel Tail Guard for Horses\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Waldhausen Tail Protector is a padded tail guard that wraps around the root of your horse's tail to prevent rubbing during travel. It is designed for anyone transporting a horse by lorry or trailer, from short trips to lessons through to long competition journeys, and fastens with hook-and-loop closures with D-rings so it can be fixed to a travel rug.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHorses commonly lean back against the ramp or back bar while travelling, and the resulting friction breaks the hair at the dock. A tail protector takes that wear instead of the tail, making it one of the simplest pieces of travel kit to add alongside travel boots and a rug. Browse more travel and stable kit in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-travel-boots\"\u003ehorse travel boots collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtects the tail root\u003c\/strong\u003e - covers the dock and upper tail where rubbing occurs during transport\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHook-and-loop fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e - adjustable closures give a close fit on different tail thicknesses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eD-rings included\u003c\/strong\u003e - attach to a travel or stable rug so the guard cannot slip down\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast to fit\u003c\/strong\u003e - goes on and off in seconds when loading and unloading\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday practicality\u003c\/strong\u003e - suits shows, clinics, vet trips and routine yard-to-yard moves\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits horses and larger ponies\u003c\/strong\u003e - a straightforward, fuss-free design\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaldhausen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTail Protector (tail guard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMain Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTravelling, shipping and transport\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFastening\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHook-and-loop (Velcro-style)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttachment Points\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD-rings for fixing to a rug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorses and larger ponies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eStand safely to one side of the horse and lift the tail gently.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlace the protector over the tail root so the top edge sits at the base of the dock.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWrap it around the tail and fasten the hook-and-loop closures firmly, but not so tight that circulation is restricted.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAttach the D-rings to your travel or stable rug to stop the guard sliding down.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck the fit before you set off, and again at any rest stop on a longer journey.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemove after unloading, brush off loose hair and allow it to air dry before storing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a tail protector do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt wraps around the root of the tail and takes the friction when a horse leans against the back of a lorry or trailer, helping to prevent rubbed and broken hair at the dock.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it stay in place?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHook-and-loop fasteners hold it closed around the tail, and two D-rings let you attach it to a travel rug or stable rug so it does not slip downwards.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit my horse?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe hook-and-loop closures adjust to suit a range of tail thicknesses, so it suits most horses and larger ponies. Very fine-tailed small ponies may find it generous.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it with a tail bandage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA tail protector is generally used instead of a bandage for travelling, as it is quicker to fit and removes the risk of a bandage being left on too tightly.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it only for travelling?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is designed for transport, but some owners also use a tail guard in the stable where a horse rubs its dock against the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrush off loose hair and dried mud, close the hook-and-loop fastenings before washing so they do not collect hair, and dry naturally away from direct heat.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Waldhausen\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eWaldhausen is a long-established European equestrian brand supplying riders and yards with practical everyday equipment, including travel gear, rugs, stable accessories and saddlery.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e { \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [ { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What does a tail protector do?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It wraps around the root of the tail and takes the friction when a horse leans against the back of a lorry or trailer, helping to prevent rubbed and broken hair at the dock.\" } }, { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How does it stay in place?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Hook-and-loop fasteners hold it closed around the tail, and two D-rings let you attach it to a travel rug or stable rug so it does not slip downwards.\" } }, { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Will it fit my horse?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The hook-and-loop closures adjust to suit a range of tail thicknesses, so it suits most horses and larger ponies. 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