The Victorian horse brasses reflected diverse subjects including royalty and significant events. They also became a useful form of advertising. But eventually, working horses fell into decline and many of the brasses found their way into public houses. They are used to decorate licensed premises to this day. What is Read more…
These medallions were popular decorations for the harnesses of working horses, especially in the mid-19th century. As horses ceased to be used for many tasks in the 20th century, the brasses were used as wall decorations and were popular souvenirs. What are horse brass medallions? A horse brass is a Read more…
A horse brass is a brass plaque used for the decoration of horse harness gear, especially for shire and parade horses. They became especially popular in England from the mid-19th century until their general decline alongside the use of the draft horse, and remain collectors items today. What are horse Read more…
horse brass, decorative metal plaque fitted to the martingale, a set of straps attached to saddle and bridle that serve to steady a horse’s head or check its upward movement. The use of these ornaments is of considerable antiquity, but most English horse brass dates from after 1830. Why do Read more…
Ornaments, including bells of all kinds, have been used to adorn horses worldwide from at least 800 BCE through today. Horse bells attracted good luck; protected against disease, injury and evil; flaunted the owner’s wealth and status; and enhanced the horse’s natural beauty. What are harness bells? meaning of harness Read more…
Chambon Lunging Aid The de Gogue can also be used for ridden work but the Chambon is typically used just for lunging. By working in a longer, lower outline in the Chambon, the horse will develop the muscles across their back, neck and hindquarters. This builds strength and suppleness. What Read more…
This aid exerts pressure on the horse’s poll when they raise their head beyond a certain point, encouraging them to bring their head down and relax their back. It can also be used to encourage the beginning of collection. The design of this aid allows the rider to maintain full Read more…
Start with the adjustable piece behind your horse’s ears at the poll. Loop the ropes through the bit, going from outside to inside. Then attach either between your horse’s legs or to the sides of the girth. Are neck stretchers good for horses? A perfect training aid for horses that Read more…
Ear Bonnets. Ear Bonnets are a common horse accessory worn on the horses’ head to prevent bugs, flies and dirt from entering your horses’ ears, which can be irritating or distressing to the horse. Some horses have sensitive ears and maybe irritated by wind, mane or forelocks. Do horse ear Read more…
Tack includes equipment like the saddle, saddle blanket, stirrups, cinch, bridle, reins, and more. The term is primarily used to refer to riding equipment (hence the phrase “tacking up,” which means fitting a horse with all of the items necessary for riding it). What is considered horse tack? Tack is Read more…