Sullivan Supply Wether Shield Thermal Goat Blanket
In a Nutshell
- Sullivan Supply Wether Shield Thermal Goat Blanket offers waterproofing and windproofing.
- Sizing and fit issues were commonly reported.
- Some users recommended adding an underblanket for extra warmth.
Quick Verdict
The Sullivan Supply Wether Shield Thermal Goat Blanket offers mixed performance. It is praised for its waterproofing and windproofing features, but sizing and fit issues as well as durability concerns have been frequently mentioned. The recommendations by some users to buy an additional underblanket indicate areas for improvement.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
The blankets are prone to tearing.
Prevention: Consider additional underblankets and leg straps for better fit and durability
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Waterproof and Windproof (1)
The blanket keeps goats dry and warm in mild weather.
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Overall Fit (1)
The blanket fits well for some users when adjusted with additional underblankets.
Cons
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Sizing Issues (2) major
The blankets are much larger than expected, causing fit problems.
Tip: Including additional elastic straps
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Low Durability (1) critical
The blanket is not durable and may tear easily.
Tip: Buy additional underblankets
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Not Warm Enough () major
The blanket does not provide enough warmth in colder temperatures.
Tip: Adding a second layer of the underblanket by buyers
Quality Trend: Declining
The reviews indicate a decline in overall quality, with reports of the blankets tearing more easily.
Overall bad
Overall bad
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Small farm owners — These blankets can be cost effective for keeping goats warm in mild weather.
✗ Skip If
- • Large-scale livestock owners — The durability and fit issues make it unsuitable for large-scale use.
- • Cold regions — Users finding it not insulated, where temperatures can fall below 25 to need an ultimate layer to stay warm
- • Landscapes where goats climb/play a lot — The blankets are prone to tearing, making it unsuitable for active goats.
Durability & Care
Factors: rough usage, washing frequency
Cleaning Methods
Care Tips from Users
- 💡 Buy more of an underblanket that fits the goats
Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
How durable are these blankets?
The blankets are not very durable and are prone to tearing, especially with active use.
What sizes are available?
The blankets are available in small, medium, and large sizes, but they tend to run large.
Are these blankets waterproof?
The blanket prepositioned here is both depending on temperature is just waterproof
Highlighted Reviews
"The small and medium fit our adult Nigerian Dwarf Dairy goat does while the Large size fits our Nigerian dwarf bucks perfectly. They are waterproof, windproof, and the fleece lining keeps our senior goats cozy and warm. We have fully enclosed barns and safety heat lamps inside the barns, so we only ..."
"I purchased two goat coats size L which fits more like a XL & a XL that is more like a XXL. The coats never stayed in place and slid around and off our goats. The underbelly strapdo were huge and we could not wrap them snuggly around them therefore the coats were very loose. I would recommend adding..."
Bottom Line
This product is a solid choice if you are willing to make adjustments for sizing and potentially buy additional underblankets for extra warmth. However, be aware of potential durability issues and the need for additional leg straps to keep the blanket in place. We recommend checking alternatives if you value out-of-the-box-solution or a well-insulated product to save on additional purchases and adjustments.