Using a martingale

[Warrier_Prince]

I'm going out tomorrow on a hack with my new 17hh TB with 2 other horses. I've bought a martingale but never used one. I'm hoping it will help with the shape of the neck but more importantly, help with the control/safety. Will a martingale help with this?

 

[mulledwhine]

If he throws his head up, then yes. If not then do not bother, if you are thinking of your own safety then a neck strap will be enough.

They they only work I'm controlling a horse if they carry there head too high

 

[1Lucie]

What type of Martingale is it? It may help you to control your horse if he has a high head carriage. You can also use it to regain ur balance should you need to.

 

[Merry Crisis]

I say use a martingale!! I have an ex racer who is daft without one, I am not ashamed to use one either!

 

[Warrier_Prince]

It's a running martingale. It can't harm by just having it on or will it distract him?

 

[Warrier_Prince]

My boy is an ex racer ....I'll give it a go ... See how it is. Thanks!

 

[Piaffe63]

The running martingale is to stop a loss of control if the horse throws his head up. If it fits right it shouldn't harm or distract him. Hope that helps!