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Rubbing, chaffing, pinching, bone damage and soft-tissue deformation are all very real injuries from tack that is the wrong size for you and your horse. Have you ever wondered how much size influences the way your tack fits your horse? Tack that is improperly sized can lead to discomfort for your horse and can even affect its performance. Unsure if your saddle pad is too small, your bit is too long, your saddle is too big, or your girth is too short? Understanding the nuances of tack sizing...

Case Study: Identifying a Transitional Vertebra as the Root of Persistent Saddle-Related Pain I was recently involved in a deeply insightful case with a friend and her exceptionally kind gelding. He is a horse who had been struggling for some time despite diligent care. He had become increasingly reluctant to canter and resistant to bending under saddle. Although he was ridden in a custom-made saddle that had been professionally refitted only weeks earlier, he still appeared uncomfortable....

A Guide to Cheekpieces Bits are frequently described as having a mouthpiece for the horse and a cheekpiece for the rider. This is...