Horse Tack
Jan 21, 2016
Horse Tack
Grooming
Grooming improves the appearance of the horse.
It cleans the hair and skin and reduces the chances for skin disease and parasites.
The muscle tone of the horse is also improved.
Grooming Equipment
Curry comb Soft/Stiff brush Hoof pick Mane comb Shedding blade
Types of Saddles
Western Saddles.
They are large and heavy.
Western saddles give a comfortable ride.
They are designed to work with cattle on the western ranges .
English Saddles
English saddles are lighter than Western saddles.
They have a flat seat. The English saddle is
used without a blanket.
Saddle Pads
Western
English
Types of Bridles
Purpose of t he bridle is to hold the bit in horse’s mouth.
Weymouth Bridle
Is a double Bridle, 2 bits two sets of reins.
Used when showing 3 and 5 gated horses.
Pelham Bridle
Used for hunting,
Pleasure riding and Polo.
Split-Eared Bridle
Used for working
stock.
Hackamore
Similar to a bridle but has not bit.
Used when breaking young horses.
Used so mouth of horse will not be injured.
Types of Bits
Purpose of the bit is to help control the horse.
Snaffle Bit
Most popular bit. Developed in Assyria
in 900 b.c.
Curb Bit
Used in western show classes.
Curb chain
Halters
Used for tying or leading horses.
When putting a horse on pasture, always remove the halter to prevent it from becoming caught.
A lead rope is connected to the halter.
Rugs, Sheets, Blankets
Various types of rugs, sheets or blankets may be needed for keeping horse warm in winter or protecting it from flies and dust in hot weather.
Horse Trailers
Trailers must provide for the safety and protection of the horse.
Horse Trailers Continued.
Trailers need:
1. A padded chest bar.
2. An Uneven floor surface.
These devices provide for safety of the horse.
The End.
Special Recognition to Ms.Lyndsie Dore In the production of
this Lesson.
Acknowledgements Livestock & Poultry Production-Gillespie Eyewitness Books- Horse