How Do You Fit A Horse Halter?
A halter is one of the horseman’s most basic essential tools. It is a simple headpiece designed for controlling and transporting a horse while the rider is on the ground. Halters come in a wide variety of colors, materials and designs, but even the most extravagant halter is fitted to your horse the same way. Catch the horse and work with him in a secure area. It’s easiest to fit a halter to your horse if he’s contained in a small area. Place the lead rope around the horse’s neck. This will hold her still while you get the proper fit on your halter. Slide the unbuckled halter over your horse’s head. Be sure that you place the halter fully up on his head with the noseband portion lying directly across the bridge of his nose. Secure the buckle at the top of your horse’s head, making sure that it sits directly over her poll. This is the correct placement for the crownpiece of the halter. Adjust the cheek pieces of your halter if necessary. Most cheek pieces have a small buckle or a set of
