Does Saddle Fit Affect Mounting Behaviour? What Horse Owners Need to Know

saddle fit affecting mounting behaviour

If your horse moves, fidgets, or walks away when you try to mount, saddle fit is one of the first things that should be considered — yet it’s often one of the last. Many horses that won’t stand still for mounting are not being awkward or disobedient. They are responding to discomfort caused by the … Read more

Why Horses Walk Off When You Mount (And How to Fix It)

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A horse that walks off when you try to mount can quickly turn a simple task into a daily frustration. You line them up at the mounting block, put your foot in the stirrup — and off they go. Sometimes it’s a slow step forward, sometimes a sideways swing, and sometimes a complete walk-off. Many … Read more