Training aids
When working on your horse’s head and neck position, whether lunging or under saddle, training aids can be a helpful tool. When used correctly, they can positively impact your horse’s posture.
How to use a training aid
Training aids influence the horse’s posture, preferably helping it move more freely through its back. Incorrect use of training aids can lead to adverse effects, so it’s essential to use them properly. Just like with regular reins, using training aids involves a "question and answer" approach. The horse should respond to your signals by adopting the desired posture. Training aids can be used both under saddle and on the lunge line.
Martingale or draw rein
There are many types of training aids, each with a different effect. A martingale is primarily used in jumping, preventing the horse from raising its head too high through rings attached to the reins. QHP offers a range of martingales, from basic models to more luxurious versions, along with spare parts. The draw rein is attached either at the bottom of the girth or the sides of the saddle, running through the bit to limit upward head movement. A neck stretcher works similarly, running from behind the ears through the bit to the girth. If the horse raises its head, pressure increases behind the ears and on the mouth, encouraging the horse to lower its head to relieve this pressure.
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