Gaited horse saddle fitting requires nearly as much creativity as science. The horse’s back and shoulders alter significantly as the force of its gait is transmitted up through its loins and back, even though it may appear to fit like a glove when the horse is at rest. This holds true regardless of how your …
A saddle is a type of seat on a horse or other animal, which is used to support the rider. The saddle developed from the simple use of blankets and some padding on a horse’s back to protect it while carrying a passenger. Eventually, saddles became more sophisticated and were developed for specific types of …
The withers are a common location for saddle sores because the skin there is thin and there is little muscle or fat to cushion the area. The areas where the saddle and equipment make contact with the horse frequently develop bald patches or clusters of white hairs. Learn more about how to heal saddle sores …
Friction is what leads to saddle sores under a driving harness. They resemble blisters that develop from wearing uncomfortable shoes. The sores could be brought on by dirty equipment, which grinds dirt into the skin of the horse and accumulates grime and sweat. Saddle sores may result from chafing caused by tack that is overly …
When viewed from the side, horses with mutton withers have little or no discernible withers. A horse is mutton-withered if, when you are looking at him, you notice that his back appears to slope downward from his neck towards his hind end without any discernible shoulder definition altering the form of his top line. Read …
Moldy saddles and bridles, as well as saddle pads, blankets, and wraps, can accumulate in a tack room due to wet, humid circumstances. Moldy tack is not only an eyesore; because mold is a living organism, it may actually eat away at the leather and stitching of your saddle or bridle, sometimes resulting in equipment …
Your saddle’s use will likely determine how frequently you should clean it. If you only use your saddles on the weekends for leisurely pleasure rides, you may not need to clean them as frequently as someone who regularly engages in a sport that exposes the saddle to sweat, mud, and filth, such as long riding …
Unwanted action is a frequent worry that comes from uncomfortable saddle fitting. A horse could behave badly without apparent cause or refuse to loosen even after being warmed up. When you ride, he could exhibit diverse behaviors, such as pinning his ears or waving his tail. The horse may even protest being saddled and/or act …
Horses are shedding at this time of year. Some riders use a shedding blade before they ride, yet there are still hairs stuck to the pad. How can the hair be removed without harming the pads? Here are some ways how to get horse hair out of saddle pads. READ MORE: Nylon Brush Use a …
Since horses are flight animals, they are highly perceptive and constantly alert to potential threats. Our understanding of danger is not always the same as theirs; while some situations make most horses anxious and fearful, a lot of it depends on the particular horse and his past experiences. Here are some ways how to calm …
