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The Solution Section (FAQ)
What is WARMEEZE?
WARMEEZE is a soft fleece wrap with inner pockets that hold disposable heat packs. It is made to be used on a horse's knees and hocks to help with the stiffness and soreness that come with arthritis. The wrap was designed for comfort rather than healing.
How does applying heat help an arthritic horse's joints?
Heat helps support blood flow to the area and helps loosen the stiff joint and the muscles surrounding it. That makes it more comfortable for the horse to move, which is the whole point of the WARMEEZE. Founder Kate Wolfe, a nurse of 35 years, notes that heat feels good to sore joints whether the patient is human or animal.
What sizes does WARMEEZE come in, and how do I choose one?
WARMEEZE comes in three sizes. Small fits ponies, mini donkeys, and the hocks on horses; Regular fits an average horse such as a Quarter Horse, Standardbred, or Morgan; and Large fits draft-type horses. If you are unsure which size to choose, you can call 814-935-8207 and ask for Kate.
What size heat packs do the wraps use?
The Small size uses the hand-warmer size of heat pack. The Regular and Large sizes can use either the hand-warmer or the body-warmer size heat pack, giving you flexibility depending on how much warmth your horse needs.
Where do I buy the heat packs that go inside WARMEEZE?
The disposable heat packs used in WARMEEZE can be found wherever hunting supplies are sold, as well as at hardware stores. This makes them easy to restock locally so you can keep the wraps warm through the winter.
Can WARMEEZE be used on the hocks as well as the knees?
Yes. The wraps are made for both knees and hocks to help ease the stiffness and soreness of arthritis. For hocks on a full-size horse, the Small size is the recommended fit.
What colors are available?
WARMEEZE wraps are offered in Rainbow Zebra, Light Pink Leopard, Brown Leopard, and Golden Brown Giraffe. The colorful fleece patterns let you pick a look you like while keeping your horse's joints warm.
How can I order WARMEEZE or ask which size is right for my horse?
WARMEEZE wraps are a must-have for horses in winter. To order or to get help choosing a size, call 814-935-8207 and ask for Kate, or visit https://warmeeze.webs.com/ for more information.
Who invented WARMEEZE and what is the story behind it?
WARMEEZE was created by Kate Wolfe, a registered nurse with 35 years in healthcare who got her first horse at age 50. She invented it while caring for her own mare, Sophie, a Dun Quarter Horse with arthritis in her front knees. On cold nights Kate would hold heat packs against Sophie's legs, and that practice grew into the WARMEEZE wrap.
How does WARMEEZE help an arthritic horse?
Applied heat encourages blood circulation to the sore area and helps loosen stiff joints and surrounding muscles, which makes movement more comfortable. The wrap holds disposable heat packs right against the knee or hock so the warmth stays where it is needed. Kate Wolfe based the approach on the same heat therapy used for human patients, reasoning that 'heat feels good to sore joints whether the patient is human or animal.'
Is WARMEEZE a cure or medical treatment for arthritis?
No. WARMEEZE is presented as a comfort product, not a cure or a veterinary treatment. It does not medicate the horse; it simply applies soothing warmth to ease stiffness and soreness, much like a person using a heating pad on an aching joint. For diagnosis and treatment of joint disease you should still consult your veterinarian.
What sizes does WARMEEZE come in?
WARMEEZE is available in three sizes. Small fits ponies, mini donkeys, and horse hocks. Regular fits average horses such as Quarter Horses, Standardbreds, and Morgans. Large is sized for draft horses.
Which heat packs fit each size?
The Small size takes hand-warmer-size heat packs. The Regular and Large sizes can each use either hand-warmer or body-warmer packs. Matching the pack size to the wrap helps keep the warmth flush against the joint for even coverage.
Where do I buy the disposable heat packs?
The disposable, air-activated heat packs used in WARMEEZE are the same kind sold at hunting-supply stores and hardware stores. They are inexpensive and easy to find, which makes refilling the wrap simple and affordable. You can stock up on them separately from the wrap itself.
What colors and patterns are available?
The WARMEEZE fleece wraps come in several fun prints: Rainbow Zebra, Light Pink Leopard, Brown Leopard, and Golden Brown Giraffe. The playful patterns let owners add a bit of personality to a practical piece of cold-weather gear.
Is there a WARMEEZE full-body blanket?
Yes. WARMEEZE has offered a WARMEEZE Blanket in a Black and White Zebra print. The blanket is built with multiple pocket placements so heat packs can be positioned across the horse's body wherever warmth is needed, extending the same heat-therapy idea beyond the knees and hocks.
Which horses benefit most from WARMEEZE?
WARMEEZE is aimed at horses with stiff, sore, or arthritic joints, especially older and senior horses whose knees and hocks ache in cold weather. It is also useful for any horse that gets stiff on cold mornings or through winter nights. With three sizes, it fits everything from ponies and mini donkeys up to draft horses.
What is WARMEEZE made of?
WARMEEZE is made of soft fleece, which is comfortable against the horse's leg and helps hold heat in. Inside the fleece are pockets sized to hold disposable heat packs. The simple, durable construction is meant to be reused season after season with fresh heat packs.
How do I order WARMEEZE?
You can order directly from founder Kate Wolfe by calling 814-935-8207, where she can help with sizing and color choices. The brand's online home is warmeeze.webs.com. Reaching out by phone is the most reliable way to confirm availability and place an order.
How long does the warmth from a heat pack last?
WARMEEZE uses standard air-activated disposable heat packs of the type sold for hunting and outdoor use, which typically provide several hours of warmth before they need to be replaced. Larger body-warmer packs generally run longer than smaller hand-warmer packs. Because the packs are inexpensive and widely available, you can simply swap in a fresh one when the warmth fades.
When is the best time to use WARMEEZE on my horse?
WARMEEZE is most useful in cold weather, particularly on chilly mornings and through winter nights when arthritic joints tend to stiffen up most. Applying gentle heat before turnout, exercise, or a long cold stretch can help loosen the joint and surrounding muscles. Always monitor your horse's comfort and adjust based on how the horse responds.
Can WARMEEZE be used on the hock as well as the knee?
Yes. The Small size is specifically noted as fitting horse hocks in addition to ponies and mini donkeys, so the wrap is not limited to the front knees. The full WARMEEZE Blanket further extends warmth to other parts of the body with its multiple pocket placements. This makes the WARMEEZE line adaptable to wherever a horse carries its stiffness.
Why did a nurse design horse gear?
Kate Wolfe spent 35 years as a nurse before getting her own horse at age 50, so she came to horse care with a deep background in human heat and comfort therapy. When her mare Sophie developed knee arthritis, Kate naturally applied what she knew about easing sore human joints. That crossover of nursing experience and horse ownership is exactly what produced WARMEEZE.
Is WARMEEZE reusable?
Yes. The fleece wrap itself is a durable, reusable garment; only the disposable heat packs inside it are replaced as they cool. This keeps ongoing costs low, since the heat packs are inexpensive store-bought items. With reasonable care a single WARMEEZE wrap can serve a horse through many cold seasons.
