Dr. Cooks Bitless Bridle Reins

Description: The Bitless Bridle was developed by veterinarian Dr. Robert Cook, FRCVS., PhD, Professor of Surgery Emeritus of Tufts University, Massachusetts. A lifetime of clinical and practical experience left Dr. Cook looking for an alternative to traditionally.... Read More

Description: The Bitless Bridle was developed by veterinarian Dr. Robert Cook, FRCVS., PhD, Professor of Surgery Emeritus of Tufts University, Massachusetts. A lifetime of clinical and practical experience left Dr. Cook looking for an alternative to traditionally held beliefs on bits and bridles and the BitlessBridle was born. With a subtle but simple system of two loops one over the poll and one over the nose the BitlessBridle provides the rider with effective communication through the ability to apply gentle and painless pressure to either the whole head for slowing or stopping, or half the head for steering. # Benefits of Dr. Cooks BitlessBridleKinder, comfortable control: The BitlessBridle controls by non-painful pressure on poll, cheek and nose, using a patented loop system. It allows a more natural position of head and neck. Control is no longer dependent on mouth pressure. The BitlessBridle pushes, whereas a bit pulls. # Increased energy: Over flexion at the poll can obstruct the airway at the throat. A horse that resists the bit or retracts its tongue behind the bit can cause the soft palate to rise and obstruct the airway. Without a bit, the horse can obtain more oxygen which, in turn, increases energy and improves performance. # More forward motion: The BitlessBridle permits more neck freedom so essential for any athlete. The neck of a horse that leans on the bit tends to be tight and rigid. Stiffness of gait follows and the power, grace and rhythm of a horses natural movement is limited. # Improved balance and concentration: The BitlessBridle can help improve a horses balance, especially one who tends to lean on a bit. Riders have reported that by removing the bit the stride lengthens; there is more impulsion and less fussiness. The horse can concentrate on his job, not the bit.Made from top quality English leather and crafted with superior workmanship. Stainless steel hardware. Minimize