What Is a Martingale, and Does Your Horse Need One?
What does a martingale do for horses? Find out as we explore the purpose and practicality of this piece of tack.
Saddle Fitting 101: How and Why To Check Your Horse’s Tack
Learn why you need a saddle that fits the shape of your horse’s back, plus 6 parts of the saddle to check for good fit.
English or Western? Different Types of Saddles for Equestrians
Learning the differences between English and Western saddle design and function can help you understand why types of saddles look and ride the way they do.
How To Put on an English Saddle
We demonstrate where to place the saddle and its pad and how to attach the girth and keepers so your horse is comfortable and you stay safe.
How To Put on an English Bridle
Follow these steps to make sure you put an English bridle on your horse correctly and can enjoy a safe and fun ride.
How To Put on a Western Bridle
From holding the headpiece properly to asking the horse to open his mouth for the bit to attaching all the straps, here’s how to put on a Western bridle.
How To Put on a Western Saddle
In this video, we’ll demonstrate how to tack a horse up using a Western saddle, from placing the blanket correctly to attaching all the straps.
How To Clean a Saddle
Review these saddle-cleaning steps—which are the same for both English and Western saddles—to prevent your leather from breaking down.
Common Types and Uses of Horse Tack and Equipment
Learn about basic types of equine tack, leg protection, accessories, and more so you can determine which pieces of equipment your horse might need.
How To Saddle a Horse With a Western Saddle
From placing the saddle on your horse’s back to securing all the straps, learn to master the saddling process with our in-depth guide.