How Do You Get Started Using A Bitless Bridle?
For those who are wondering if a bitless bridle might be right for them, or those who have purchased a bitless and would like to get started teaching the horse how to go in it…. Here are some tips for those who are interested in trying a bitless bridle of any kind…. If you are switching from a bitted bridle to a bitless, first let me say congratulations! You are making a very important step in the right direction of improving your horse’s health and happiness! Okay so, here is how to start: 1. Begin on the ground, standing next to your horse, with either a halter or bitless bridle on your horse. 2. Stand at your horse’s side, at about the shoulder, and pick up the rein (or leadrope.. I’ll just call it rein from now on, but it can mean either) until you are pulling slightly on your horse’s head. Keep the pressure soft but firm, and consistent. 3. When the horse starts to feel the pressure (or starts to want to do something about it) he will begin to move his head, either up, down si
