A well-fitting saddle is vital for a horse’s well-being as well as for the effectiveness and stability of a rider. An Ill-fitting saddle can cause great discomfort for a horse, leading to a multitude of behavioural and health problems. Being able to assess a saddle’s fit is therefore an important skill for anyone heavily involved with horses. In this course you will learn about:

• How a horse may respond to an ill-fitting saddle
• How to check a saddle’s integrity
• How to assess a saddle’s position
• How to assess a saddle’s fit
• The effect of saddle pads