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Different Types Of Horse Training Bits
By Horse Guy | June 28, 2010
There are many different types of horse training bits to choose from. Different bit styles work with different training philosophies.
Most horses hate shanks and other metal curved bits because of the discomfort and pain such tools cause. And to be honest, there is little need for such barbaric practices in the modern world where we no longer ride horses into battle.
Most knowledgeable horse trainers prefer to use snaffle style horse training bits. A snaffle is essentially a chord style bit fitted with rings on either side to allow for an easy, painless fit into your horse’s mouth.
This is perhaps on of the most crucial steps in developing a proper relationship with your horse. Choosing a horse training bit that respects your animal and minimizes the discomfort will generally create a better, more successful training experience and can prevent injuries to both horse and rider.
Horse training bits that do not fit properly, or that are simply poor in design, can be attributed to the vast majority of issues with an animal’s conduct during training. If your horse is refusing to collect, shaking his/her head, or generally acting up with you in saddle, you may need to revisit your choice of bit.
Originally posted 2008-05-22 07:20:19. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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