Saddle Fit Evaluation
Midwest Equine Therapeutics, LLC
Basics of Good Saddle Fit

Often poor performance is simply due to pain or
discomfort caused by an ill fitting saddle.  A
correctly fit saddle is essential to the health and
well being of your horse.
Flocked panels are the most
traditional type of panel used in
English saddles.  The majority of
panels will need to be refilled,
reflocked or replaced during the life
of the saddle; therefore, panels
should be periodically checked for
lumps and bumps which can develop
over time.  
A white patch of hair can be a sign
of damaged hair follicles caused by  
improper fit of a saddle. Look for any
recent change in hair color in areas
of saddle and girth contact to the
horse.  .
  • Does your saddle shift to one side while you
    ride?
  • Do you fight to stay in balance?  
  • Is your horse heavy on the forehand?
  • Does your saddle bounce while riding?(have
    someone watch you)
  • Is your pad moving out from under the
    saddle?  
  • Has the saddle's position changed from its
    original placement on the horse's back during
    your ride?  
  • Does your horse resist collection or forward
    movement?
  • Does your horse resist canter leads?
  • Do you fidget to get to the "sweet spot" in
    your saddle?
  • Is it difficult to keep your legs in the correct
    position?
  • Does your horse react negatively while being
    saddled?
  • Do you notice obvious sores, swelling or signs
    of rubbing when you remove the saddle?
Midwest Equine Therapeutics, LLC is dedicated to assuring a
proper and comfortable saddle fit so that your horse may develop
to their potential in the discipline in which they are being trained.
We have the knowledge necessary to recognize correct saddle fit
and to rectify any problems that may be caused by an improperly fit
saddle.
Reasons to have your saddle evaluated