In my last two article’s I focused on saddle fit, saddle pads that I prefer and the overall importance of high-quality gear. This post will give you a brief overview of the type of head gear we use and why.

That seems kind of a funny description, “head gear.” It does make sense, I suppose. Sure, it is gear that's worn on the horse's head. But the big question is why? Why do we put a bit in a horse's mouth or a halter on their head? Are we trying to control their heads? Do we put stuff in their mouths to pacify them like babies?.... NO! That's not it at all.

We are using this equipment on their heads to communicate with the feet.

In my last blog I focused on saddle fit and a few of the pads that I prefer to use. This post will explain to you a little bit on the type of head gear we use and why. That seems kind of a funny description, “head gear.” It does make sense, I suppose. Sure, it is gear that's worn on the horse's head. But the big question is why? Why do we put bits in a horse's mouth or a halter on their head? Are we trying to control their heads? Do we put stuff in their mouths to pacify them like babies?.... NO! That's not it at all. We are using this equipment on their heads to communicate with the feet.