Julie Goodnight assists a horse with white hairs on his back to find the best saddle fit. … [Read more...]
Keeping Saddle On
Dear Julie, My friends and I have a problem with our saddles rolling over to the side when we get on. My horse in particular has a flat broad back with wide withers. Any suggestions? I know we are cinching our western saddles up tight enough. Roly Poly Dear Roly, A round, mutton-withered horse is difficult to keep a saddle on, but there are a few things that may … [Read more...]
Saddle Fit Issues
Ask Julie Goodnight: Is My Saddle Causing My Horse’s Issues? Question: Dear Julie, Six months ago I bought a seven-year-old Quarter Horse gelding and he has turned out to be an awesome trail riding horse and a promising versatility ranch horse prospect. He is dark brown and very cute but over the past couple months he has developed spots of white hairs just below his … [Read more...]
Talk About Tack: Saddle Slips
Question Category: Talk about Tack Question: Dear Julie, My friends and I have a problem with our saddles rolling over to the side when we get on. My horse in particular has a flat broad back with wide withers. Any suggestions? I know we are cinching our western saddles up tight enough. Roly Poly Answer: Dear Roly, A round, mutton-withered horse is difficult to … [Read more...]
Annual Check-Up: Saddle Fit
Annual Check-up: Saddle Fit Each year, about this time, I make it a point to look with fresh eyes at each of my horses to see if any saddle adjustments are necessary. Horses that I have had for years (riding in the same tack) can suddenly outgrow or change enough to need a new saddle or pad. Time Will Tell A horse’s body shape changes drastically throughout his life each year … [Read more...]
Cleaning Saddle Pads
Cleaning Saddle Pads Here’s a quick tip for keeping your saddle pads clean and comfortable for your horse. Many people prefer to use a very thin “sweat pad” underneath the regular pad, made of an easily washable and absorbent material that absorbs the sweat and keeps your pad clean. If you use a thicker pad that is hard to wash in a machine, you can periodically curry it with … [Read more...]
