Every horse rider knows the importance of a saddle pad. While horse riding, it is important to keep the safety and comfort of a rider in mind. But, it is also equally important to keep the comfort of your horse in mind. English horse saddle pads are a great way to do this. In this … Read more
Knowing how to choose a horse blanket is not an easy task. You have to keep multiple factors in mind before deciding. What is your climate? What are your horse’s needs? Is their coat clipped or unclipped? Which of the different types of blankets on the market is best? It can be challenging and overwhelming. … Read more
There are many different types of horse blankets. These include rain sheets, turnout blankets, cooler blankets, quarter sheets, stable blankets, fly sheets, and more. It can be a little overwhelming! In this blog post, I’m going to talk to you about horse turnout blankets. Why use horse turnout blankets? Horse turnout blankets help you to … Read more
Ariat English riding boots are my personal favourite. I’ve had my most recent pair of short English riding boots from them (that I use with half chaps – also from Ariat – that are super thin, comfortable and machine washable) for almost 10 years now! And I barely take care of them. I probably shouldn’t … Read more
You might think that the first steps to training a horse will depend on what type of training style you want to employ. When you search “how to train a horse” on Google you’ll find lots of buzz words and quick approaches. You might have heard the term “natural horsemanship” for instance. There’s also training … Read more
New to riding? I bet you are so excited to get riding. BUT, before riding a horse, there are a few crucial first steps that you should know. When I talk about learning how to ride, it does not always mean the actual riding. There are a few important things that should be learned before … Read more
Horse grooming is very important for your horse and a horse hoof polish plays an important role in the grooming of your horse. You can give your horse hooves’ a perfect finishing touch by using a horse hoof polish after grooming. In this blog post, I’ll share some useful information related to horse hoof polish. … Read more
A horse shampoo is a secret to a cleaner and itch-free horse. Whether you are planning to participate in a show, a race or just want to give your horse a cleansing bath to make them clean and itch free, this post is for you. Choosing the right horse shampoo is very important if you … Read more
Horse riding is a competitive sport that is practiced in almost all parts of the world. Because of its global reach, several distinct styles of riding have emerged. Among them are Western and English riding. And a question we get all the time here at Equestrian Boots and Bridles is “what is the difference between … Read more
Are you confused about how to choose a bit for your horse? Let me help! Using a bit is a great way to communicate with and motivate your horse. You can also manipulate the behavior of your horse by choosing the right bit. However, before choosing a bit, there are multiple factors to keep in … Read more
