Tack and Equipment

Tacking up & untacking


How does the course work?

Online Course duration

1 h 45
Online learning

What you will learn

How a horse is tacked-up before, and untacked after exercise plays an important part in ensuring a horse’s comfort and well-being during and after exercise. In this course you will learn about:

  • How to make tacking-up and untacking safe for both horse and handler
  • What to prepare before beginning
  • How to fit and remove leg protection
  • How to fit and remove a bridle
  • How to fit and remove a saddle
  • How to care for a horse and its tack after exercise

Course format

Online

Authors

Dr Isabel Imboden

Georgina Baerlocher