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With 2010 well behind us, the time soon arose for Moony to make his 2011 debut – heading off for his first show of the year on the morning of 5 February 2011.
He loaded without a problem, and arrived at the show safe ...
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What goes on deep in your horse’s mouth tends to be a bit of a mystery. We know there are some big grinding teeth back there. And, there’s a big tongue, a narrow palate and some gums holding all the teeth together. And there are a few myths about all those teeth and other structu ...
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Do you know what type of bit this is? Is it a curb or a snaffle? How can you tell? What is the difference between a curb and a snaffle bit? Whether to call a bit is a curb or snaffle can be hard to determine, because in some circles a snaffle bit might be quite different than in ...
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Horse bits can be defined into three main types, and one of these is a combination of the other two. Here’s a look at just a few of the most common bits you’ll see so when you’re choosing a bit, or even just deciding what bit to draw on your equine artwork, you’ll know where to s ...
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One of the most discussed artificial aids is the bit. Which bit is the right bit? What makes a bit ‘wrong’. It probably depends on what you are trying to achieve. And, much depends on the horse. The worst way to pick a bit is to buy something that looks nice, or because someone e ...
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Are you looking forward to the last season of Downton Abbey? I have my DVR set and can hardly wait for Sunday nights. This series covers the time period between 1912 and 1925. During this time, the internal combustion engine was beginning to take the places of horses, both for tr ...
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We took a look at some common bit mouthpieces. All mouthpieces can be made in a variety of materials, and sometimes they incorporate more than one. Different materials are thought to enhance the effectiveness of the bit, although the most basic consideration for some is cost. Nic ...
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There are many types of bits available. Go into any tack store and you’re likely going to be overwhelmed by the choices. There really are only a few main types of mouthpieces that bits are designed with. And, although I’ve listed them by ‘severity’, any bit can be torturous in th ...
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Galvayne's groove grows out above the gumline. By the time the horse is fifteen, this groove will reach halfway to the top edge of the tooth. By the time the horse is twenty, the groove may run the full length of the tooth. By the mid-twenties, the groove no longer meets the gum ...
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On the North American side of the earth, the weather is now frigid and making riding uncomfortable. Here’s a few things I’ve acquired that make winter riding a bit more bearable. ...
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First of all, a lot of people think that we control our horses, especially the direction they are going in, by turning their heads, and that we need a bit to do this. But, this isn't really true. After all, I can make my horse stand still or walk, and pull her head around to my k ...
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Yuck! The weather here is hovering around the freezing mark in the mornings. I’ve been clutching onto summer, convincing myself that it’s not over until I say it’s over. But Mother Nature and the calendar conspire against me. Reluctantly, I’ve packed my summer clothes and stashed ...
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When I was a kid, I desperately wanted a bareback pad. They were so cool and colorful. But my mother would never let me have one. I now understand why, because they can be more of a hazard than a help since they can slip and turn easily, and they rarely have safety stirrups. Any ...
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I noticed a field of broodmares and foals recently, and what a pretty picture they made. The arrival of a foal is usually an exciting time for most horse owners, especially if the foal is born to a favorite mare, and the arrival is a highly anticipated event. Foals are cute, but ...
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Who wouldn’t want to win a horse? Here are contests and raffles that can give you a chance to do just that. Win a warmblood foal, donated to Leg-Up Equestrian Assistance Program by Avalon Equine. Leg-Up Equestrian Assistance Program helps horse owners hit by things like flooding ...
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One of the most common problems many riders have is slowing down a horse that is a puller, or is very forward. The problem may be more noticeable after the horse has had a break, and has stored a little excess energy, like after this long winter we've had, when we haven't been ab ...
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Is it time for a new bit? Walk into your local tack shop and chances are you will be overwhelmed by the number of shiny bits hanging on the wall. Which of those shiny, sleek looking bits will be the best one for you and your horse? Bit designers sometimes promise miracles, but f ...
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All curb bits, whether they are English, western or driving bits should be used with a curb chain or strap. Although the curb chain or strap looks very small compared to many other parts of a bridle, it's really very important for both the comfort of the horse and for the effecti ...
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With the number of forum discussions, new books and websites dedicated to riding horses without a bit, you would think it's a brand-new idea. However, going bitless is not a new idea at all. Throughout history, riders have been riding without a bit. No one knows how the first rid ...
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I recently had a day when I was beating myself up for feeling flu-ish and tired and kept thinking, I want my pony! My little dog looked up at me as if to say, 'aren't I good enough, mom?' He is after all, a champion snuggle buddy, with a talent for cuddling against you with the p ...
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21st Jul 2013 |
Horse Training |
Kaori
It's a pretty logical situation. The horse gets strong, the rider looses confidence, and therefore buys a stronger bit so they feel in control. When I put it like this, you're probably thinking they should just learn to ride, not compensate with gadgets. The horse gets strong, st ...
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This part of ‘The Bit Dictionary’ explores numerous common mouthpieces found in snaffle bits. Finding the correct mouthpiece, along with the correct action, is of the utmost importance to the horse’s comfort and performance. This list shows a number of options of mouthpieces comm ...
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The following is a list of various popular snaffles, how they work, and for what purpose they are best used. This article explored only the sides of the bits, and not the mouthpieces. The action of any bit becomes very different based on what mouthpiece is used. Read on in the ne ...
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When it comes to bitting, you always want to go with the softest option possible. A horse’s mouth is extremely important, and you want to keep it soft so that you have a clear connection with your horse, and can use light, subtle aids. Anybody who has once ridden a school pony ca ...
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It was 7AM May 29th 2011 on a Sunday. Thunder was born! I had gone to Florida for vacation and almost cryed when I left because I had to leave behind a beloved mare named Paint. She was pregnant with my dream horse. Paint was bred July 4th with a Stud named Thunder. Thunder was b ...
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2nd Mar 2011 |
Equine Technology |
Artista
I was never a fan of bits, so I suppose I'm a little bit biased, but I was experimented with bitless riding since I was about 10 years old. The first device I experimented with was the mechanical hackamore, which was good for stopping forward motion, but didn't really get the "s ...
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13th Feb 2011 |
General |
Evita
Bit By Bit Farms, located on 100 acres of sandy soil in Elgin, Texas, is a gorgeous facility with a friendly but professional atmosphere. There are three blocks of stabling: The main barn, the five-stall barn, and the big stalls and paddocks by the hay barn. Each stall is large a ...
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28th Jan 2011 |
Equine Technology |
DejaVu
It is cold and you are tacking up your horse and then you realize that you need to take a few minutes to try to warm up that freezing cold bit. No need for that anymore, with a product called Bit Blanket.
Like the name says, Bit Blanket is a cover you wrap around your bit and ...
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I just wrote an article all about the history of the useful stirrup, but there’s another nifty piece of equipment most riders (but of course not all) use – the bit. Where did it come from?
There is evidence of bits being used since 3000BC. Archaeological finds have included ...
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6th Apr 2010 |
Horse Training |
mosquito
A lot of the problems we have with our horses come back to one thing – pain. And all too often that pain comes from badly fitting tack. If that tack that doesn’t fit happens to be the bit, pinching or bruising your horse’s sensitive mouth, then it’s no wonder if your horse give ...
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