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Parts of a saddle

The foundation of any saddle is the tree, like the skeleton in your body. The girth straps are stretched along and across the tree. The ...
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Fitting a Bit for your Pony

Remember a pony’s mouth is very sensitive and should be handled with care. A snaffle bit is usually best to use on your pony unless ...
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Parts of a Bridle

The headpiece along with the cheekpieces, support the bit in the horses mouth. The throatlash helps to keep the bridle in place (particularly if the rider ...
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Fitting a Running Martingale

A running martingale is designed to come into play only when a pony puts his head up beyond the point of control so it should ...
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Top Tack Cleaning Tips

When you get new tack, if it has a white skin or coating on it, rub that in. Do not clean it off. After the ...
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Cleaning your tack

If you clean your tack regularly it will not only last longer but it will be softer for your pony and is safer than dried ...
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