As horse owners, we all know how important it is to keep our horses comfortable, protected, and healthy throughout the changing seasons. Whether it’s shielding them from icy winter winds, keeping them dry during a storm, or offering a breathable cover during the warmer months, the right rug makes all the difference. Saddleworld’s Eurohunter range […]
Whether you choose to use synthetic horse brushes in bright colors or natural-bristle brushes with wooden backs, your horse brushes represent an investment. By caring for them properly, you'll not only extend their useful life but also keep your horse’s coat at it’s very best. Why should we clean our brushes? To keep our horse’s coat in optimum condition we must [...]
Keeping horses comfortable is mostly about protecting them from the elements. In Winter, it is the wind chill factor which is greatly increased if the horse is wet or without any shelter. In Summer, the suns beating rays land directly onto the horse and will make it difficult for nature to keep the horse cool. [...]
Starting under saddle is a very important (if not THE MOST important), moment in a horse’s life. The tone of this experience (good vs bad) will follow through in the way it acts and behaves moving forwards. Saddle fit is a huge part of this. A saddle that does not fit correctly can not only cause pain and discomfort as the horse tries to [...]
Peter Williams recently caught up with a long-time customer Hana Reiter-Trefry after a frightening fall off her horse..."I purchased a navy pair of Gel Seat Pull On Jodhpurs with a phone pocket. The phone pocket design looked like a brilliant idea. Little did I know that the phone in my pocket would be there for [...]
Ice Boots are an important addition to any horse owners tack room. Not only are they helpful in reducing inflammation and pain should an injury occur but they are also designed to cool down horses’ legs after exercise to prevent any future injuries. During strenuous exercise, important structures and soft tissue in your horse’s legs [...]
Choosing a girth for your horse may not be as easy as it sounds, especially for the first horse owner.
A noseband is a relatively recent addition to horse tack. Traditionally, they and the snaffle bridle, were seen as a progression towards the curb bridle. However, nosebands became prevalent as the popularity of snaffle bits increased.
So you have decided you need a bridle for your horse and you have chosen to go for a snaffle bridle.