How to Make Polos

Polo wraps are a bandage-like material made for a horse to wear over their legs. Contrary to popular belief, the polo does not provide extra support for the horse's leg, but protects from scrapes, bruises and other skin ailments. Because they are made of fleece, they also warm the horses' legs during colder months, keeping them limber and agile. You can make a polo for your horse with just a few household materials.

Things You'll Need

  • Sewing Machine
  • Scissors
  • Spool of thick thread
  • Roll of thick fleece
  • Roll of Velcro
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Instructions

    • 1

      Cut a 5-inch strip out of the thick fleece about 5-feet long. This is the standard length of a polo.

    • 2

      Sew around the edges of the fleece with heavy thread and your sewing machine. This will prevent fraying of the fabric.

    • 3

      Sew a Velcro pad to each end of the polo. Be sure to use the heaviest Velcro you can find, as the polo is going to receive a lot of wear and tear. You also do not want to risk a polo coming off while you are riding and harming your horse if they step on it.

    • 4

      Repeat Steps 1 through 4 to make all four polos.