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A saddle that doesn't fit can make a horse uncomfortable and can even hurt him. It can cause stubbornness, bucking, rearing, biting when saddled, or difficulty mounting. It can give your horse back pain and stiffness and it can eventually lead to lower leg lameness. Here are a few tips you can use to check the saddle you use on your own horse to make sure it isn't causing any harm.
First, take a moment just to look at how the saddle fits your horse overall. Look at it from the side and from the back and try to determine if it conforms to the shape of the horse's back. Since some horses are fat and wide and some are skinny and narrow, and since some have straight backs and some have sway backs you absolutely must be sure to use a saddle that drapes over and wraps around the horse without pressing down too much in any one spot. In saddles, one size does not fit all.
Next, look at the front of the saddle. It should be completely behind the shoulder blades. If it is too far forward it will hamper your horse's shoulder movement and this will probably cause head tossing and stumbling, and if not corrected could cause cinch sores or even scar tissue to form behind the shoulder blades. Then take a look at the pommel. There should be a big enough space under it so that you can put two or three fingers between it and the horse's withers.
Then check the seat to be sure that it is setting level from side to side. And then look a the cantle. It should be level with, or just a bit higher than the pommel. Then check the panels under the saddle. They should touch the horse all the way from front to back as much as possible. Sometimes when you get into the saddle your weight will help the panels to snug up to the horse. Then look at the saddle skirt. It must not dig into the horse's hip bones.
In general you should try to determine if your saddle is too narrow or too wide. Most problems come from using a saddle that is too narrow, but a too wide one will also cause harm. One good thing to remember is that if a saddle is too narrow it will keep trying to tilt back. If it is too wide it will tilt forward.
The shape of a horse's back will change over time as it ages and gains or loses weight. A good saddle maker can often modify your saddle to respond to these gradual changes so that it keeps fitting right but sometimes you just might need to get a new saddle.
Terry Cunning shares his interest in the whole world of horses at [http://cavalcadeofhorses.com/]. Stop by anytime for more good horse information.
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Horse with Saddle, T'Ang Tomb Figure $49.99 Horse with Saddle, T'Ang Tomb Figure - Giclee Print |
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Gentleman Rider on an American Saddle Horse $49.99 Gentleman Rider on an American Saddle Horse - Giclee Print |
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Saddle $138.61 Saddle. Stirrup, Horses in the Middle Ages, English Saddle, Western saddle, Equestrianism, Horse Tack, Bridle, Domestication of the Horse, Horses in Warfare, Polocrosse, Rodeo, Animal Training, Dressage, Horse, Horse Behavior, Longeing, On Horsemanship. Author: Miller, Frederic P./ Vandome, Agnes F./ McBrewster, John Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 226 Publication Date: 2009/10/13 Language: English Dimensions: 5.98 x 9.01 x 0.51 inches |
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Close-up of a Rope and Saddle on a Horse $39.99 Phil Schermeister Close-up of a Rope and Saddle on a Horse - Photographic Print |
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A Saddle Horse Balks at Being Lead $39.99 Raymond Gehman A Saddle Horse Balks at Being Lead - Photographic Print |
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Horse $22.07 Featuring a lift-the-flap saddle, ribbon stickers, informative booklets, pull-out cards, and a certificate of achievement, this ultimate resource for horse lovers of all ages is filled with a wealth of equine tips and knowledge. 35,000 first printing. |
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Panned View of a Saddle Horse from Above $39.99 Raymond Gehman Panned View of a Saddle Horse from Above - Photographic Print |
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Saddle is Framed By the Shadow of a Horse and a Colorful Door $39.99 Gordon Wiltsie Saddle is Framed By the Shadow of a Horse and a Colorful Door - Photographic Print |
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Papo 51056 Andalusia Horse with Saddle $20.35 The Papo Andalusian Horse with Saddle Figure is ready to jump fences and run through the pastures for fun and exercise Standing approximately 3.5 tall this handpainted and highly detailed Papo Andalusian Horse with Saddle Figure is the perfect companion for riders at the riding school This molded plastic Papo Andalusian Horse with Saddle Figure is the majestic light grey horse with white spots and an attractive white mane and tail that features a saddle for riders to use while running around the farm. The figures of the Papo Horse Collection will introduce children to life on the farm and the grace and beauty of riding horses through their imaginary countryside Age 4 Years + |
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Diamond Saddle Horse Nail Clincher $89.39 The Diamond Saddle Horse Nail Clincher is for use on larger nails in saddle horse hooves. Beveled on the outside edges only with flush inside edge to allow close cutting. Forged from high quality steel button rivet construction. |
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Horse Fare Brass and Wood Saddle Rack $220 The Horse Fare Brass and Wood Saddle Rack is a great addition to any tack room. Unique and durable, this saddle rack is designed to anchor to the wall and will keep you saddle clean and away from damaging debris. |
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Horse Fare Plain Brass Saddle Rack $76 The Horse Fare Plain Brass Saddle Rack is a great addition to any tack room. This saddle rack is designed to anchor to the wall and will keep you saddle clean and away from damaging debris. |
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Horse with English Saddle & Outfit $69.99 This English Riding Outfit and Saddle is an ideal companion for our 22" L. x 16" H., plush horse. You and your Today's Girl doll, will have hours of happy trails. Each 14 pc. set includes a metal bucket filled with six apples, horse, saddle, hat, white shirt, pants, red jacket, and black boots. (Doll not included) Ages 4 yrs.+ Sorry, no gift wrap or Express Delivery. |
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Horse with Wester Saddle & Outfit $69.99 This Western Riding Outfit and Saddle is an ideal companion for our 22" L. x 16" H., plush horse. You and your Today's Girl doll, will have hours of happy trails. Each 14 pc. set includes a metal bucket filled with five carrots, horse, saddle, hat, pants, white shirt, denim vest, brown boots, and a belt. (Doll not included) Ages 4 yrs.+ Sorry, no gift wrap or Express Delivery. |
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Saddle Post at Vernon Whitaker Horse Camp, California $34.99 Rich Reid Saddle Post at Vernon Whitaker Horse Camp, California - Photographic Print |
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Lady Jumping a Wall Side Saddle on a Brown Horse $34.99 C.b. Herberte Lady Jumping a Wall Side Saddle on a Brown Horse - Giclee Print |
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Black Acrylic Horse Saddle Plug $9.99 Black Acrylic Horse Saddle Plug Giddy Up! Gallop off with this horse acrylic ear plug. The perfect ear plug for any horse lover. This plug is sold individually. Plug gauge sizes available from 5mm to 20mm . To purchase, select your size from the drop down above and enter the quantity. Prices may vary based on ear plug gauge size. Specifications: Acrylic, Item Sold Individually, Available in 5mm-20mm sizes. Use drop down above to select your plug size. |
