The most common cause of this is that the horse needs its teeth floating. Sharp edges on the teeth can cause pain when they come up against the bit. Sudden refusal to be bridled is most likely indicative of either a tooth problem or the presence of ear mites. Why Read more…
One of the most common indications that you should consider a bit change is when in good training the horse appears uncomfortable in the mouth, fussy, or fidgety. Perhaps the horse is uneven on both sides of the mouth with no corresponding physical reasons. When should you introduce a bit Read more…
One of the best things for creating suppleness in your horse is lateral work, and the most useful movements are shoulder-in, leg-yield and travers. If your horse is finding a movement difficult, keep the angle of the movement shallow and if you’re flexing his neck, exaggerate the neck positioning. How Read more…
5”. A 5” mouthpiece generally fits most Quarter Horses, however always check to be sure of a good fit. What size bit does my horse need? The simplest way to select the right bit for your horse is to measure the width of the horses mouth (from lip to lip Read more…
“Start off at a standstill, and pull out gently, not back, on one rein until the horse bends his neck around without pulling or bracing against the hand. Keep the hand pressure gentle but steady, and as soon as the horse gives to the pressure—even the tiniest little bit—reward him Read more…
Titanium is a tasteless metal which naturally adapts to the temperature of the mouth, encouraging the horse to accept the bit and be more comfortable. What is the gentlest bit for a horse? eggbuttOne of the most common types of snaffle bit is the eggbutt, which is considered to be Read more…
Consider a bitless bridle for hard fit horses. When choosing a bit for a new horse, consider what the horse has been ridden in before. It wouldn’t be fair to use a long-shanked curb bit on a horse that has only ever been ridden in a bit and expect it Read more…
The softest bits are generally snaffle bits made of rubber. Rubber offers a smooth fit on the bars of the horse’s mouth, while the snaffle’s rings fit softly in the corners of the horse’s mouth without pinching. What is the most gentle horse bit? eggbuttOne of the most common types Read more…
A tongue tie is a large elastic band or nylon stocking that is tightly wrapped around a horse’s tongue and then tied around the lower jaw to keep the tongue in place during training or racing. Why do they tie a horses tongue? As well as potentially preventing upper airway Read more…
For most horses, start with a 4–5 inch (10–13cm) bit and switch as necessary. Usually, a smaller horse has a smaller mouth and will need a smaller bit, and the reverse for larger horses. What bit should I start my horse on? A mouthpiece around 16mm is a great place Read more…