Just rescued a 3 year old off the track...

[Chilitodayhotamale]

and began ground working her for the last 4 months.  A very well established relationship is now formed and I have moved to back work.  Being off the track, she tends to bite the bit for balance.

A few questions...

What is the best bit for an off the track horse with a VERY soft mouth when not biting down...
How can I teach her to collect herself...

For collection I try and do a lot of stopping and backing to teach her to keep her butt under her, but at a trot she seems to forget.  Short of getting into her mouth a little are there other secrets???  We have not progressed beyond a trot and will not until this issue is handleded!  As you can tell, we are quite far from barrels right now, but we have all winter! 

Thanks!


You can look at our selection of bits on our website at www.edandmartha.com. Go to the "Tack Room" and then click on Bits and More.  I would suggest that you start out with something like the 2 or 3 piece smooth mouthpiece with a short shank.

Martha Wright