Ridecamp: RE: [RC] Advice for Horse with Hard Mouth

>> The problem is that he has the hardest mouth. He braces his jaw against
the bit
and steering him is a nightmare. Attempting to pick up contact just makes
him
go faster.

You've gotten some good advice... something elks to check is how this bit
fits his mouth.

The roof of some horses mouths are shallow. If his is, any kind of a jointed
snaffle or curb may be uncomfortable for him. To check, get him comfortable
with having your hand in his mouth; washing them with apple juice and giving
him gum massages help. Then bit him up and place a finger in his mouth while
you work the bit... see what it does...

I had a mare with a very shallow mouth and a mullein mouth Pelham worked
great.  It's an unjointed snaffle - a bar - with a short shank.

Linda Cowles
Horse 'N Hound
New and Used Tack and Stabling Supplies
9155 North State Street
Redwood Valley, California



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