Horsemanship- Tack Fit Challenges

 

Tack fit... or perhaps I should say Mis-Fit. Probably ranking in the Top 3 challenges faced by riders. It is a major contributor to unwanted experiences in the equine partnership. 

Listed below are just a few of the undesirable consequences: 

 In the Horse🐎 

• Pain 
• Defensiveness 
• Anticipation 
• Stress 
• Ulcers 
• Reactive/dramatic/dangerous behavior 
• Physical trauma 
• Long-term health issues 

 In the Rider 🏇 

• Pain 
• Defensiveness in the saddle
• Stress 
• Fear 
• Anticipation 
• Long-term physical issues 
• Mental Distraction Miscommunication with the horse 

 Pictured is a client as we attempted to find a saddle that appropriately fit her and her new equine partner. 

 Assisting us was my right-hand farmhand, Riley 🐕. 

 So many horses that arrive for training with "behavioral issues" are in pain due to ill-fitting and mis-used tack. 

Have you been challenged with tack fit? 

Had unwanted experiences? 

Checked the quality of the fit recently? 

Assessed why you're using your current setup? 

Is it appropriate for you and your horse's current ability? 

Have questions? Check out the Intro Consultation  ranging from 15- 60 minute telephone consultation with Remote Horse Coach Samantha Harvey