Frequently Asked Questions
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Q&A’s on our magnetic horse rugs and boots
They are designed for stable use only with the exception of the Equine Magnetix Ankle Boots. These boots can be used in both the stable and field.
Our magnetic boots are designed to be used in the stable and should not be used during exercise.
Yes, this is one of the best times to use the Equine Magnetix Rug.
The magnetic rug can be washed at 30 degrees and the magnetic boots and wraps can be hand washed. If you wish to put the magnetic boots or wraps in the washing machine, please protect in a wash bag and place on a hand wash setting.
Yes, a good time to use our products is overnight, whilst your horse is travelling or standing in the stable. If you have not used Magnetic Products on your horse before then you need to build them up slowly before using it for longer periods of time.
In all our rugs and boots we use neodymium (rare earth) magnets, unipolar north facing at 2,000 gauss each.
Equine Magnetix uses neodymium magnets which are one of the strongest magnets available on the market. Their magnetic strength will last approximately 15 years.
The magnetic bell boots are used to cover the hoof and the magnetic ankle boots can be used either above or below the fetlock joint.
Not necessarily, however as close as possible is best. For example, you can use the magnetic stable boots to help with the knee.
See our Magnetic Therapy Table which can help you decide.
Q&A’s on our magnetic dog coats and collars
Magnetic products work by applying magnetic fields to the body which may assist the body’s natural healing process.
Whilst there’s little scientific evidence available on exactly how magnets can affect the body, there’s an abundance of anecdotal evidence available and can be found on our reviews from delighted customers on each of our product pages where they have witnessed a positive change in their horse or dog.
For dogs with stiffness a magnetic dog collar may help and we’ve received many reports of improvements by their owners which can be found by reading the reviews on each of the product pages. The magnets may help to assist the dog’s natural healing process.