Horn wraps for protecting the horns and head parts of animals, like cattle, from lariats are disclosed comprising a laminate having an air permeable compressible layer attached to a normally open fabric or scrim material. The laminate permits ventilation for the parts of the horns and head in contact with the horn wrap product. Permeable or air ventilating laminates of various materials and configurations are also disclosed along with methods of making the laminates and horn wraps.