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Its is not the "kind" of horse that determines the type of bit you should use it is the discipline and training level of the horse that determines it.
A full cheek snaffle should be used on a horse being ridden english. It is a fairly mild bit that can be used on horses of all training levels. The cheeks pieces are there mainly to prevent the bit from slipping from side to side in the horses mouth but it does provide a bit more action in the horses mouth than a loose ring snaffle.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoA full cheek snaffle is a great choice in bit for training a new horse or tough horse.
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What bit should be used in an English pleasure horse riding?
the beginner rider should be riding a beginner level horse. a beginner horse should be able to go in a snaffle. our beginnger horses go in a full cheek copper twist or a snaffle double jointed
What bit is suitable for a forward horse but is very light and sensitive in the hand?
I have a horse with a similar description that I use a full cheek snaffle on. It keeps him checked while letting him have very free-flowing movement.
Can you use a full cheek bit with a Figure 8 noseband?
You can. The Figure 8 is in my opinion such a pretty look and it does fine with a full cheek snaffle. When using a full cheek remember to use the leather stoppers that will keep the long parts of the bit where they need to be. Ride on.
What type of bit is best for pleasure riding?
There is no one 'best bit'. The best bit for the job depends mainly on what the horse goes best in and what level of experience that the rider has.
What bit can you use on a extremely strong 13.3hh newforset gelding?
I wanted to put a discription in with my question but it wouldn't let me. Soo... My pony is 13.3hh newforsest gelding who on open land is practically unstoppable. In the school he is snaffle mouthed but when he gets spooked or excited he goes into super strong mode and is difficult to handle. I've tried a martaingale he just sticks his head down and leans... I've tried a flash, a drop nose band, a grackle and a kinton.... I then turned to bits. I've tried... Loose ring snaffle, loose ring french link snaffle, eggbut snaffle, eggbut french link snaffle, a dutch gag, a french link dutch gag, a fulmer, a full cheek copper roller, a pelham, a kimblewick, a full cheek waterford and a half cheek snaffle... Proberly a few more that I can't think off the top my head.. None of these work not even nosebands... I'm to affraid to go out cantering with other people incase they fall off or their horse messes around and I can't stop! Other then this he's a star... So advice please?! I don't know that a stronger bit is your answer. I had an arab x pony that, when he wanted to, had a mouth like a block of concrete, he was usually ridden in a snaffle, but I wound up trying all types of bits with no success. Using a stronger and stronger bit could just make the horse resentful. It sounds like he needs some re-education or you could try a hackamore. With my pony I started riding him in just a halter and lead rope and found that he was very responsive. Each horse is different. Good luck with him.
What is the best bit for breaking your pony?
Personally, I'd start him/her out in a egg-butt snaffle. Then, if you need a stronger bit, transition to a full-cheek or D-ring. Only use a harsher bit if the pony isn't responsive/reactive.
How many bits does a full bridle have?
It has two bits: the snaffle and curb.
My pony gets really strong when asked to slow but she is fine when asked to actually stop. She is in a hanging cheek snaffle at the moment. What bit may help me slow her?
First before going for a new bit take a look at the pony and see if anything is wrong with her physically. Then check out her tack. Once that's done have an equine vet come out and give her a once over to make sure nothing is wrong with her. If the pony checks out ok and still isn't slowing you need to work on her training before jumping to a new bit. Have someone watch you ride and see if you might have any 'bad habits' you are unaware of. If however in the end she is still not listening I would suggest using a stronger snaffle bit. Hanging Cheek bits also called Bouchers are mainly used for driving horses. Something like a full cheek snaffle or Dee Ring snaffle with a stronger mouth piece may work better.
When should you full-body clip your horse?
You should only give your horse a full clip if it is in high work ( a racehorse, competinga lot or just doing lots of schooling) or if it has Crushing disease were the horse winter fur grows thick and curly. I do not like to full clips as the horse has to be well rugged up and in the stable all the time.
What size bit does a standardbred need?
Standardbreds usually have big heads! But you should consider a Bitless Bridle on your standardbred! :) Some places you might like to try are: www.naturalhorseworld.com www.bitlessbridle.com www.nobitbridles.com It depends on what disipline you would like to ride in. A FULL SIZE THICK EGGBUTT SNAFFLE is the kindest bit available from most horse stores, like Horseland. Hope this helps! :)
When riding a horse how far should you ride apart from the other horse beside you?
you should be at least a full horses distance away from the other horse or in others words around twelve feet
How do you cure a horse with hock pain?
If a horse has hock pain you should call an Equine Veterinarian and have them do a full work up on the horse to find why the hocks are sore.
