Buying blankets for your Paints and other livestock can be a difficult task, but it doesn’t have to be if you know terms used to describe the size, thickness, and durability. If you have any trouble understanding these terms talk to the tack store manager. One of the main things you will need to know when searching for the right blanket or sheet is whether you should be looking for something that is water proof, water resistant or water repellent. Water resistant offers the lowest level of protection against water entering through the blanket. Water repellent simply means the blanket repels water, but it does not completely keep it out. Water proof is the highest level of protection against water in that it does not allow water to penetrate the blanket layers and will keep your Paint dry. Your veterinary clinic Mattoon, IL may also be of assistance. Learn more here.