Horse Tail Guards & Tail Wraps
Tail Guards & Wraps — Protect Your Horse's Tail on Every Journey and Overnight.
A horse's tail takes years to grow and minutes to ruin. Whether it's rubbing against a trailer partition during transit, being caught on stable fittings overnight, or simply getting tangled and broken during stabling, tail damage is frustratingly common — and almost entirely preventable with the right protection. Tail guards and wraps are a simple, low-cost investment that pays dividends every time your horse travels or is stabled for an extended period.
Tail Guard vs Tail Wrap — What's the Difference?
- Tail guards – Shaped covers that fit over the dock and upper tail, typically fastened with velcro or ties and attached to a roller or rug to keep them in place; ideal for travel and overnight stabling
- Tail wraps & bandages – Flexible bandages wound around the dock to smooth the tail, protect against rubbing, and keep the tail clean and neat before competition; must be removed after a few hours to avoid restricting circulation
- Padded travel tail guards – Heavily padded designs specifically for horsebox and trailer travel, offering maximum protection against impact and friction during the journey
Particularly Important For
Show horses, competition horses travelling frequently, horses that rub their tails in the stable, and any horse being transported for more than a short journey will benefit significantly from consistent tail protection. A full, well-maintained tail is a mark of good management — and a competitive advantage in the showring.
Browse the full range below and keep your horse's tail in show-ready condition.