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Driving Bitless
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is my own testimonial regarding driving bitless. I hitched
Cachina for her first time with no bit. Did I worry about
not being able to stop her? Absolutely not. Why? Because I
knew I had complete control without one. Prior to hitching I
ground drove her in a rope halter or a Dr. Cooks bitless
bridle. (I switch back and forth. Being western, the rope
halter suits me fine. For a cleaner/English look the bitless
bridle looks lovely). I had her pull a log 5 or 6 times and
she was super responsive. She knows what whoa means. Putting
a bit in her mouth wouldn't give me any more confidence as I
did my homework, trusted my horse and she trusted me.
What amazes me is when most driving people go to shows,
or drive at home even, they bit the horse down. They want
the bit to be able to give the most severe correction
available. I say if you need that much torque to stop your
horse you should never get behind that horse in a vehicle.
 Although
a horse and carriage is a lovely sight to observe, it's one
of the most dangerous things you can do with your horse,
right up there with trailer loading. If your horse is a
trained, trusting animal, neither poses much of a risk. If
you have any problems with trust or obedience, your in a
world of trouble with both. My number one priority when
working with horses is for both of us to stay safe.
Happy trails,
Cathie Hatrick-Anderson
Cachina's second time ever hitched to an easy entry
breaking cart. She was very soft, responsive, and her breaks
are fine tuned. We are on our way! Who needs blinkers or
bits!
Jan 6th 2007 Heidi Jane Sardina M.Ed. Driving Cachina.
This is Heidi's first time ever driving.
The person driving below (me) was so badly hurt in a
horseback riding accident that she never even made it to
intensive care. (They had to stabilize me first and then
operate because I was bleeding out). Saturday at your house
was the first time that I had control of a full size horse,
besides just handling them on the ground. I Never drove a
horse before but had no fears with using a bitless bridle -
Heidi
 Jan
6th 2007 Cathie Driving her 6 year old mare Cachina. We
added a check rein to the bitless bridle. This is her 10th
time being hitched to a breaking cart. She is doing awesome!
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