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Horse Tack Western Decor


Perri's Tack Hooks


Perri’s Tack Hooks


$1.6


This Tack Hook Will Slide Easily Over A Ledge In The Tackroom. Great Item To Take To Horse Shows.

Tough-1 Traveling Tack Rack


Tough-1 Traveling Tack Rack


$6.4


Clips over stall edge, horse trailer, tack trunk or use at home. Enameled tubular and bar steel construction.

Tack Trunk with  Wheels


Tack Trunk with Wheels


$183.6


Roomy tack trunk can accommodate an English or Western Saddle. Tote tray included and wood handles. Comes with wheels attached.

Western Play Set with Horse & Cowboy Figure


Western Play Set with Horse & Cowboy Figure


$5


Western Play Set with Horse & Cowboy Figure

Horse Xing Western Caution Sign - Yellow


Horse Xing Western Caution Sign – Yellow


$4.8


Horse Xing Western Caution SignColor: Yellow

Horse Sponge


Horse Sponge


$2.1


Adorable Horse Sponge. This is a great addition to your tack box or a cute gift for a horse loving friend!

Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Horse'S Behind Tack Pin Imitation Rhodium


Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Horse’S Behind Tack Pin Imitation Rhodium


$3.95


HORSES REAR TACK PIN-IMITATION RHODIUM FINISHFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Horse'S Behind Tack Pin Gold


Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Horse’S Behind Tack Pin Gold


$3.95


HORSES REAR TACK PIN-GOLD FINISHFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Roma Portable Tack Rack


Roma Portable Tack Rack


$9


Roma Brand Quality. Products made from the finest materials with a complete line horse. Depend on Roma products for great quality and price.

Finishing Touch Right Facing Walking Horse Tack Pin imitation Rhodium


Finishing Touch Right Facing Walking Horse Tack Pin imitation Rhodium


$3.95


RIGHT FACING WALKING HORSE TACK PIN-IMITATION RHODIUM FINISHFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Left Facing Walking Horse Tack Pin imitation Rhodium


Finishing Touch Left Facing Walking Horse Tack Pin imitation Rhodium


$3.95


LEFT FACING WALKING HORSE TACK PIN-IMITATION RHODIUM FINISHFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Right Facing Walking Horse Tack Pin Gold


Finishing Touch Right Facing Walking Horse Tack Pin Gold


$3.95


RIGHT FACING WALKING HORSE TACK PIN-GOLD FINISHFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Left Facing Walking Horse Tack Pin Gold


Finishing Touch Left Facing Walking Horse Tack Pin Gold


$3.95


LEFT FACING WALKING HORSE TACK PIN-GOLD FINISHFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Fancy Brass & Wood Tack Bracket


Fancy Brass & Wood Tack Bracket


$39.95


Fancy Brass and Wood Tack Holder. Smooth solid brass accented with hardwood trim. Will hold any style of English or Western bridles, halters or reins. 7W x 6H x 5D

Carr & Day & Martin Horse Tack Cleaning Sponge


Carr & Day & Martin Horse Tack Cleaning Sponge


$1.9


Ideal For Applying Cleaners Or Conditioners To All Types Of LeatherA High Density, Hard Wearing, Quality SpongeWill Last Approximately 2-3 Months, Dependent On UseHandy Size: 10Cm X 7Cm

Tough-1 Bridle/Halter with  3 Prong Tack Rack


Tough-1 Bridle/Halter with 3 Prong Tack Rack


$24.9


A great item for the horse shows! This Tough-1 Bridle/Halter carrier is constructed of a heavy denier Nylon. Features 2 pockets with quick grip closures, 3 hook tack rack, and an adjustable shoulder strap with clip. Measures 16 x 30. This unique bag will keep all of your good show tack clean and protected whether at the show in the barn or in the trailer.

SEDONA Printed Bridle/Halter Bag for Tack Rack


SEDONA Printed Bridle/Halter Bag for Tack Rack


$15.95


From the original SEDONA: Professional Riding Gear. A great item for the horse shows! For use with classic 3 or 4 prong tack racks. Features a zipper closure, Nylon shoulder strap and 2 pockets with Velcro closures to store bits or other accessories. Measures approx. 16 x 30. This unique bag will keep all of your good show tack clean and protected whether at the show in the barn or in the trailer.

SEDONA Bridle/Halter Bag for Tack Rack


SEDONA Bridle/Halter Bag for Tack Rack


$18.95


From the original SEDONA: Professional Riding Gear. A great item for the horse shows! For use with classic 3 or 4 prong tack racks. Features a zipper closure, Nylon shoulder strap and 2 pockets with Velcro closures to store bits or other accessories. Measures approx. 16 x 30. This unique bag will keep all of your good show tack clean and protected whether at the show in the barn or in the trailer.

Carr & Day & Martin Horse Belvoir Tack Conditioning Spray - 500ml


Carr & Day & Martin Horse Belvoir Tack Conditioning Spray – 500ml


$15


Softens, Preserves And Shines Saddlery LeatherConditions, Protects And Supples Saddlery LeatherPure, Clear Quality Soap Formulated From Vegetable Oils, Including Coconut Oil And Glycerine For Regular UseUse After Step 1 Belvoir Tack CleanerApplicationSpray Evenly Onto Clean Leather And Gently Rub In With A Cloth Or Sponge. When Dry, Polish Using A Soft Dry Cloth. Not Suitable For Aniline Or Untreated Leather, Suede Or Nubuck. Test On A Hidden Area Before Use. Results Are Immediate500Ml Will Last Up To 3 Months, Dependent On UseKey Ingredients:Glycerine – Fills And Seals Any Pores In The Leather; Forms A Barrier Against Salt, Dirt, Grease And WaterCoconut OilSize:  500ml

Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Gen. Horse Head/Shoe Gold Tack Pin


Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Gen. Horse Head/Shoe Gold Tack Pin


$11.95


HORSE HEAD IN SHOE TIE TACK-GOLD FINISHFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Miniature Horse Western Saddle Pad


Miniature Horse Western Saddle Pad


$21.9


This classically designed saddle pad is sized just for the miniature horse. Features soft fleece underside, wear leathers at the appropriate places, and a fun southwest design. Measures approx. 19 x 19. The perfect pad to fit all of your mini’s western riding activities. Design may vary slightly but it is a Tan Southwestern design on each pad.

ThinLine Western Felt Liner - Black


ThinLine Western Felt Liner – Black


$178.2


6mm Western Felt Liner with Ultra ThinLine, Protection for your horse without losing rider feel. Panels of 1/4 inch ThinLine are sewn on top with pockets to add shims for minor saddle fitting needs. Shims (sold separately) should be used only as needed.Plenty of Protection under the saddle for you and your horse but with only 6mm at your leg.Endorsed by Vets and Chiropractors for Equine Back HealthThe soft supple felt lies perfectly on horses with all back and wither types.Easy to trim for shorter saddles, use under your show pad.Made in the USA. Better Tack means better Horses.Color: Black

Carr & Day & Martin Horse Belvoir Tack Conditioner Tray - 250g


Carr & Day & Martin Horse Belvoir Tack Conditioner Tray – 250g


$8.5


Softens, Preserves And Shines Saddlery LeatherConditions, Protects And Supples Saddlery LeatherPure, Clear Quality Soap Formulated From Vegetable Oils, Including Coconut Oil And Glycerine For Regular Use, In A Re-Sealable Tray For Less Mess And Less WasteUse After Step 1 Belvoir Tack CleanerApplicationApply To Clean Leather And Gently Rub In With A Cloth Or Sponge. When Dry, Polish Using A Soft, Dry Cloth. Not Suitable For Aniline Or Untreated Leather, Suede Or Nubuck. Test On A Hidden Area Before Use. Results Are Immediate250Ml Will Last Up To 3 Months, Dependent On UseKey Ingredients:Glycerine – Fills And Seals Any Pores In The Leather; Forms A Barrier Against Salt, Dirt, Grease And WaterCoconut OilSize:  250g

Carr & Day & Martin Horse Belvoir Tack Conditioner Wipes - 15 Count


Carr & Day & Martin Horse Belvoir Tack Conditioner Wipes – 15 Count


$10.95


Convenient, Single-Use Impregnated Wipe Softens, Preserves And Shines SaddleryleatherConditions, Protects And Supples Saddlery LeatherPure, Clear Quality Soap Formulated From Vegetable Oils, Including Coconut Oil And Glycerine For Regular Use, In An Individual And Convenient, Single-Use Impregnated WipeUse After Step 1 Belvoir Tack CleanerApplicationRemove Wipe From Individual Sachet And Fully Unfold. Wipe Over Clean Leather, Using Both Sides Of The Wipe. Polish With A Soft, Dry Cloth. Not Suitable For Aniline Or Untreated Leather, Suede Or Nubuck. Test On A Hidden Area Before Use. Results Are Immediate.Key Ingredients:Glycerine – Fills And Seals Any Pores In The Leather; Forms A Barrier Against Salt, Dirt, Grease And WaterCoconut OilSize:  15 Count

Carr & Day & Martin Horse Belvoir Tack Cleaner Spray - 500ml


Carr & Day & Martin Horse Belvoir Tack Cleaner Spray – 500ml


$12.1


Effectively Cleans Leather, Removing Dirt, Grease And Sweat With Ease The New Step 1 In Tack Care – Leaving A Perfect Surface For The Immediate Application Of A Conditioning Soap Or OillContains A Blend Of Cleaning Agents To Remove Even Ingrained GreaseAnti-Fungal Formula Helps Prevent The Growth Of Mould And Mildew. Also Suitable To Hygenically Remove Existing Mould From Affected SaddleryThe Ph Neutral Formula Will Not Rot Stitching Or Over Dry The Leather ApplicationSpray Directly Onto Leather And Wipe Clean. For Ingrained Grease, Leave In Contact For 5 Minutes. If Mould Is Present, Make Sure Cloth Is Not Re-Used And Is Disposed Of, Away From Leather Items. Can Also Be Used On Synthetic Leather. Test On A Hidden Area Before Use. Results Are Immediate. 500Ml Will Last Up To 2 Months, Dependent On Use Key Ingredients:Cleaning AgentsSize:  500ml

Finishing Touch Paso Fino Tack Pin Gold


Finishing Touch Paso Fino Tack Pin Gold


$3.95


PASO FINO TACK PIN-GOLD FINISHFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Texas Tack Pecos Wool Show Saddle Blanket


Texas Tack Pecos Wool Show Saddle Blanket


$79.95


Texas Tack 100% Handwoven Saddle Blankets Texas Tack 100% Wool Handwoven Saddle Blankets. Authentic Designs – Popular Show Colors – Full 34 x 36 Show Size. Hand loomed with 100% wool, hand dyed show colors in traditional show blanket designs. These 100% wool saddle blankets measure a full 34 x 36, are thick to absorb shock and sweat, provide air circulation and evaporate sweat off the horse’s back. Variations – Handwoven patterns and colors may vary slightly from web photographs. Pecos Wool Show Blankets. Handwoven of 100% wool in Pecos design. Weight about 4-1/2 lbs.

Texas Tack Hudson Wool Show Saddle Blanket


Texas Tack Hudson Wool Show Saddle Blanket


$61.95


Texas Tack 100% Handwoven Saddle Blankets Texas Tack 100% Wool Handwoven Saddle Blankets. Authentic Designs – Popular Show Colors – Full 34 x 36 Show Size. Hand loomed with 100% wool, hand dyed show colors in traditional show blanket designs. These 100% wool saddle blankets measure a full 34 x 36, are thick to absorb shock and sweat, provide air circulation and evaporate sweat off the horse’s back. Variations – Handwoven patterns and colors may vary slightly from web photographs. Hudson Wool Show Blankets. All wool heavyweight handwoven five color saddle blanket in pattern with wide and narrow stirpes that show under saddle skirt. Weight about 4-1/2 lbs.

Finishing Touch Magnetic Shamrock Tack Pin Gold


Finishing Touch Magnetic Shamrock Tack Pin Gold


$12.95


4-leaf clover magnetic tack pin w/green Swarovski crystal, green glitter epoxy, plated 14kgFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Ultra ThinLine Western Felt Liner - Black


Ultra ThinLine Western Felt Liner – Black


$196.2


6mm Western Felt Liner with Ultra ThinLine, Protection for your horse without losing rider feel. Panels of Ultra ThinLine are sewn on top with pockets to add shims for minor saddle fitting needs. Shims (sold separately) should be used only as needed.Plenty of Protection under the saddle for you and your horse but with only 6mm at your leg.Endorsed by Vets and Chiropractors for Equine Back HealthThe soft supple felt lies perfectly on horses with all back and wither types.Easy to trim for shorter saddles, use under your show pad.Made in the USA. Better Tack means better Horses.Color: Black

Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Horseshoe With  Stones Tack Pin Gold


Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Horseshoe With Stones Tack Pin Gold


$11.95


HORSE SHOE WITH STONE TACK PIN-GOLD FINISHFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Saddlebred Magnetic Tack Pin Ant. Silver W Gold Horse


Finishing Touch Saddlebred Magnetic Tack Pin Ant. Silver W Gold Horse


$24.95


MAGNETIC NUMBER SIGN PINS WITH GOLD SADDLEBRED HORSE PLACED ON SILVER DISCFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Horseshoe With  Stones Tack Pin Silver


Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Horseshoe With Stones Tack Pin Silver


$11.95


SILVER HORSESHOE TIE TACK WITH CRYSTALSFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Concha With  Stone Tack Pin Gold Carded


Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Concha With Stone Tack Pin Gold Carded


$3.95


LARGE CONCHA WITH STONE TACK PIN-GOLD FINISHFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Paso Fino Tack Pin imitation Rhodium


Finishing Touch Paso Fino Tack Pin imitation Rhodium


$3.95


PASO FINO TACK PIN-IMITATION RHODIUM FINISHFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Pvc Western Synthetic Cinch


Pvc Western Synthetic Cinch


$35.85


Designed with the horse’s comfort in mind, the Western Girth is made of a soft anti-galling material. The Wintec Western Girth is lightweight and easy to clean.

Finishing Touch Right Facing Arabian Head Tack Pin imitation Rhodium


Finishing Touch Right Facing Arabian Head Tack Pin imitation Rhodium


$3.95


RIGHT FACING ARABIAN HORSE HEAD TACK PIN-IMITATION RHODIUM FINISHFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Oval With Onyx With Hrs Head Crystal Tack Pin Gold


Finishing Touch Oval With Onyx With Hrs Head Crystal Tack Pin Gold


$18.95


The artist used a 16×12 oval black onyx stone, surrounded by channel set Swarovski crystals and highlighted with a tiny horse head to create this lovely tack/lapel pin. It is beautifully polished and plate 14kg.Finishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Right Facing Saddlebred Tack Pin Gold


Finishing Touch Right Facing Saddlebred Tack Pin Gold


$3.95


RIGHT FACING SADDLEBERD HORSE TACK PIN-GOLD FINISHFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Left Facing Fluffy Tail Tack Pin imitation Rhodium


Finishing Touch Left Facing Fluffy Tail Tack Pin imitation Rhodium


$3.95


LEFT FACING REARING FLUFFY TAIL HORSE TACK PIN-IMITATION RHODIUM FINISHFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Right Facing Saddlebred Tack Pin imitation Rhodium


Finishing Touch Right Facing Saddlebred Tack Pin imitation Rhodium


$3.95


RIGHT FACING SADDLEBRED HORSE TACK PIN-GOLD FINISHFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Horse Head Bridle Hook


Horse Head Bridle Hook


$5.1


Can be used to hold numerous items. Very similar to a coat hook. This bridle hook is in the shape of a horse s head and is very pretty. It would look great hanging up outside your horse s stall or in the tack room. Mount to wall.

Texas Tack Congress Pattern Wool Show Saddle Blanket


Texas Tack Congress Pattern Wool Show Saddle Blanket


$69.95


Texas Tack 100% Handwoven Saddle Blankets Texas Tack 100% Wool Handwoven Saddle Blankets. Authentic Designs – Popular Show Colors – Full 34 x 36 Show Size. Hand loomed with 100% wool, hand dyed show colors in traditional show blanket designs. These 100% wool saddle blankets measure a full 34 x 36, are thick to absorb shock and sweat, provide air circulation and evaporate sweat off the horse’s back. Variations – Handwoven patterns and colors may vary slightly from web photographs. Congress Wool Show Blankets. All wool heavyweight handwoven saddle blanket in Congress show pattern. Weight about 4-1/2 lbs.

Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Small Concha With  Stone Tack Pin Gold


Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Small Concha With Stone Tack Pin Gold


$3.95


Assortment of Gold and Imitation Rhodium Number Sign Tack pinsFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Large Concha Tack Pin Imitation Rhodium


Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Large Concha Tack Pin Imitation Rhodium


$3.95


Assortment of Gold and Imitation Rhodium Number Sign Tack pinsFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Blue Ribbon Tack Pin Imitation Rhodium


Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Blue Ribbon Tack Pin Imitation Rhodium


$3.95


Assortment of Gold and Imitation Rhodium Number Sign Tack pinsFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Small Concha Tack Pin Imitation Rhodium


Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Small Concha Tack Pin Imitation Rhodium


$3.95


Assortment of Gold and Imitation Rhodium Number Sign Tack pinsFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Double Horseshoe Tack Pin Gold Carded


Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Double Horseshoe Tack Pin Gold Carded


$3.95


Assortment of Gold and Imitation Rhodium Number Sign Tack pinsFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Blue Ribbon Tack Pin Gold


Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Blue Ribbon Tack Pin Gold


$3.95


Assortment of Gold and Imitation Rhodium Number Sign Tack pinsFinishing touch takes a great deal of pride in offering a high-quality product at a low price, and they stand behind their products. Finishing Touch is a 34-year-old Lexington Kentucky corporation located in the heart of Horse country and Horse Jewelry is their specialty. Finishing Touch Jewelry is all costume jewelry and is plated in either durable karat gold or imitation rhodium (gives a nice silver finish without the problem of tarnishing) over white metal or brass. Many items are manufactured right in Nicholasville, KY. Jewelry from The Finishing Touch of Kentucky withstands the test of time when cared for properly.

Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Small Concha Tack Pin Gold


Finishing Touch Finishing Touch Small Concha Tack Pin Gold


$3.95


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Horse training

Basic goals of horse training

Effective communication and harmony between horse and rider are among the goals of proper training

While the number of training techniques is large, and the goals of training too numerous to count, basic animal training concepts apply to all forms of horse training. The initial goal of most types of training is to create a horse that is safe for humans to handle (under most circumstances) and able to perform a useful task for the benefit of humans

A few specific considerations and some basic knowledge of horse behavior helps a horse trainer be effective no matter what school or discipline is chosen:

Safety is paramount: Horses are much larger and stronger than humans, so must be taught to behave in ways that will not injure people.

Horses, like other animals, have a different brain structure from humans and thus do not have the same type of thinking and reasoning ability as human beings. Thus, the human has the responsibility to think about how to use the psychology of the horse to make the animal understand the goals of the human trainer.

Horses are strongly social herd animals and, when properly handled, can learn to follow and respect a human leader.

Horses, as prey animals, have an inborn fight or flight instinct that has to be adapted to the needs of humans. Horses need to be taught to rely upon humans to determine when fear or flight is an appropriate response to new stimuli and not to react by instinct alone.

Like most animals, a young horse will more easily adapt to human expectations than an older one, so human handling of the horse from a very early age is generally advised.

Stages of horse training

Regardless of the goal of training, most horses go through a predictable series of steps on their way to being “finished” animals for a given discipline.

Training of foals and younger horses

Most young domesticated horses are handled at birth or within the first few days of life, though some are only handled for the first time when they are weaned from their mothers, or dams. Advocates of handling foals from birth sometimes use the concept of imprinting to introduce a foal within its first few days and weeks of life to many of the activities they will see throughout their lives. Within a few hours of birth, a foal being imprinted will have a human touch it all over, pick up its feet, and introduce it to human touch and voice.

Others may leave a foal alone for its first few hours or days, arguing that it is more important to allow the foal to bond with its dam. However, even people who do not advocate imprinting often still place value on handling a foal a great deal while it is still nursing and too small to easily overpower a human. By doing so, the foal ideally will learn that humans will not harm it, but also that humans must be respected.

Horses too young to be ridden are trained to accept a halter, taught basic skills, manners, and become accustomed to human activity. Some, like this yearling, are shown in conformation classes

While a foal is far too young to be ridden, it is still able to learn skills it will need later in life. By the end of a foal’s first year, it should be halter-broke, meaning that it allows a halter placed upon its head and has been taught to be led by a human at a walk and trot, to stop on command and to stand tied. The young horse needs to be calm for basic grooming, as well as veterinary care such as vaccinations and de-worming. A foal needs regular hoof care and can be taught to stand while having its feet picked up and trimmed by a farrier. Ideally a young horse should learn all the basic skills it will need throughout its life, including: being caught from a field, loaded into a horse trailer, and not to fear flapping or noisy objects. It also can be exposed to the noise and commotion of ordinary human activity, including seeing motor vehicles, hearing radios, and so on. More advanced skills sometimes taught in the first year include learning to accept blankets placed on it, to be trimmed with electric clippers, and to be given a bath with water from a hose. The foal may learn basic voice commands for starting and stopping, and sometimes will learn to square its feet up for showing in in-hand or conformation classes. If these tasks are completed, the young horse will have no fear of things placed on its back, around its belly or in its mouth.

Some people, whether through philosophy or simply due to being pressed for time, do not handle foals significantly while they are still nursing, but wait until the foal is weaned from its dam to begin halter breaking and the other tasks of training a horse in its first year. The argument for gentling and halter-breaking at weaning is that the young horse, in crisis from being separated from its dam, will more readily bond with a human at weaning than at a later point in its life. Sometimes the tasks of basic gentling are not completed within the first year but continue when the horse is a yearling. Yearlings are larger and more unpredictable than weanlings, plus often are easily distracted, in part due to the first signs of sexual maturity. However, they also are still highly impressionable, and though very quick and agile, are not at their full adult strength.

Rarer, but not uncommon even in the modern world, is the practice of leaving young horses completely unhandled until they are old enough to be ridden, usually between the age of two and four, and completing all ground training as well as training for riding at the same time. However, waiting until a horse is full grown to begin training is often far riskier for humans and requires considerably more skill to avoid injury.

Ground training

A young horse in Europe being longed with a surcingle and side reins

After a young horse is taught to lead and other basic skills, various tasks can be introduced to the horse as it matures while it is still too young to be ridden. Some schools of training do a great deal of work with young horses during their yearling and two-year-old years to prepare them for riding, others merely reinforce the basic lessons taught to the horse as a foal and simply keep the horse accustomed to the presence of humans. Many times, a young horse did not have all necessary basic skills described above taught to it as a foal and its “adolescent” years are spent learning or re-learning basic lessons.

Several ground training techniques are commonly introduced to a young horse some time after it is a year old, but prior to being ridden. All horses usually have some or all of this ground work done prior to being ridden, though the time spent can range from hours to months. While a foal or yearling can be introduced to a small amount of ground work, a young horse’s bones and joints are quite soft and fragile. So, to prevent joint and cartilage injury, intense work, particularly intense work in a confined circle (such as advanced roundpenning or longeing), should wait until the horse is at least two years old. Common ground training techniques include:

Liberty work, sometimes called free longeing, round pen work or roundpenning, but regardless of terminology, is the process of working a loose horse in a small area (usually a round pen 40-60 feet/15-20 meters in diameter) with the handler holding only a long whip or a rope lariat, teaching the horse to respond to the voice and body language of the handler as he or she asks the horse to move faster or slower, to change direction, and to stop.

Longeing (Lungeing- UK), pronounced “lungeing”, the training of a young horse to move in circles at the end of a long rope or line, usually about 25 to 30 feet long.

Desensitization, sometimes called Sacking out, the process of introducing a horse to flapping objects such as blankets, teaching the horse to allow itself to be touched by an object and not to fear things that people move about a horse.

Introduction to a saddle and bridle or harness, without actually getting on the horse or hooking up a cart.

Ground driving, also called long-lining, teaching a young horse to move forward with a person walking behind it, a precursor to both harness driving and having reins used by a mounted rider.

Bitting, the process of accustoming a horse to a bit and bridle, sometimes with the addition of side reins that attach to a saddle, harness, or surcingle (a wide leather or nylon band that goes around the horse’s barrel) and accustom the horse to the feel of pressure on the bit.

A horse is not ready to be ridden until it is accustomed to all the equipment that it needs to wear and is responsive to basic voice, and usually rein, commands to start, stop, turn and change gaits.

For some disciplines, ground work is also used to develop specific types of muscling as well as to instill certain behaviors. When ground work incorporates both mental and muscular development, it may take considerably longer for the horse to be ready to be ridden, but advocates of these methods maintain that the additional time on the ground allows the horse to advance more quickly or with better manners once under saddle.

“Backing” or riding the young horse

A young Lipizzan at the Spanish Riding School in training equipment, wearing saddle, bridle and longeing cavesson so that it may be longed prior to being ridden.

The age that horses are first ridden, or “backed” (UK) varies considerably by breed and discipline. Many Thoroughbred race horses have small, light riders on their backs as early as the fall of their yearling year. Most stock horse breeds, such as the American Quarter Horse, are ridden at the age of two. Most horses used in harness have a cart first put behind them at age two, and even some horses not ridden until age three will be trained to pull a light cart at two, in order to learn better discipline and to help develop stronger muscles with less stress. The vast majority of horses across disciplines and throughout the world are first put under saddle at the age of three. However, some slower-maturing breeds, such as the Lipizzan, are not ridden until the age of four.

The act of getting on a horse for the first time goes by many names, including backing, breaking, mounting, and simply riding. There are many techniques for introducing the young horse to a rider or to a harness and cart for driving, but the end goal of all methods is to have the horse calmly and quietly allow a rider on its back or behind it in a cart and to respond to basic commands to go forward, change gaits and speed, stop, turn and back up.

Ideally, a young horse will have no fear of humans and view being ridden as simply one more new lesson. A properly handled young horse that had adequate ground work will seldom buck, rear, or run away when it is ridden, even for the very first time.

Discipline-specific training can take years to perfect

Horses that have never been taught to be ridden can learn at any age, though it may take somewhat longer to teach an older horse. An older horse that is used to humans but has no prior bad habits is easier to put under saddle than is a completely feral horse caught “wild” off the open range as an adult. However, an adult feral horse will be easier to train than a domesticated animal that has previously learned to treat humans with disrespect.

Once basic skills under saddle are mastered, the horse is usually ready to go on to more specialized training for a particular disciplines or set of disciplines.

Training for a specific discipline

There are many horse training philosophies and techniques and details are far too extensive to describe in a single article. Also, horses have different conformation, athletic potential, temperaments and personalities, all of which may influence what techniques are used. For further information on horse training and specific disciplines, see the Bibliography and the articles below, which cover many of the concepts and different schools of thought on training and handling horses.

See also

Animal training

Classical dressage

Clicker training

Dressage

English riding

Equestrianism

Hippology

Horse

Horse behavior

Kikkuli the Mitanni

Longeing

Natural horsemanship

On Horsemanship (Xenophon)

Spanish Riding School

Western riding

References

Hill, Cherry. Making, Not Breaking: The First Year Under Saddle. Breakthrough Publications, 1992. ISBN 0-914327-43-7. Covers basic modern horse training, suitable for most disciplines.

Lyons, John and Jennifer J. Denison. Bringing Up Baby. Primedia Enthusiast Publications, 2002. ISBN 1-929164-12-2. Describes methods of training a young horse from birth up until it is old enough to ride.

Miller, Robert and Richard Lamb. Revolution in Horsemanship. Lyons Press, 2005. ISBN 1-59228-387-X. Reviews the various methods and schools of what today is known as “Natural horsemanship,” with a useful overview of the history of horse training from antiquity to the present.

Miller, Robert M. Imprint Training of the Newborn Foal. Western Horseman Books, 2003. ISBN 1-58574-666-5 Explains imprint training of young foals in the first days of life.

Podhajsky, Alois. The Complete Training of Horse and Rider. Doubleday, 1967 ISBN 0-87980-235-9. 20th century text by the former director of the Spanish Riding School covering the training of horses from basic dressage through the haute ecole or “high school” movements.

Wynmalen, Henry. Dressage: A study of the finer points of riding. Wilshire Book Company, 1971. ISBN 0-87980-187-5. Methods to train horses in the classic dressage tradition.

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