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    Dr. Cook’s Bitless Bridle™

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    Dr. Cook’s Bitless Bridle™
    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 Bitless Bridle was born. With a subtle but simple system of two loops – one over the poll and one over the nose the Bitless Bridle 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. Cook’s Bitless Bridle™
  • Kinder, comfortable control: The Bitless Bridle™ 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 Bitless Bridle™ 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 Bitless Bridle™ 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 horse’s natural movement is limited.
  • Improved balance and concentration: The Bitless Bridle™ can help improve a horse’s 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. Available with or without padding at noseband and brow. Stainless steel hardware. Havana. Reins sold separately.
     
     
    Dr. Cook’s Bitless Bridle™ - Standard
       Item #: X1-12057
    List price: $189.95
    Dover's Price : $189.90
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    Dr. Cook’s Bitless Bridle™ Reins
       Item #: X1-03001
    List price: $109.95
    Dover's Price : $109.90
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     -  Saturday, September 06, 2008

    Reviewed By: Mark  (VA)
    The best purchase I ever made for my horse, changed everything! Thor is a different guy now thanks to this bridle. The quality and workmanship is outstanding.

     -  Friday, August 29, 2008

    Reviewed By: Lori (WA)
    Tex loves this bridle & took to it right away. He looked uncomfortable in a bit, even a french-link (opening his mouth slightly). He looks so happy, ears forward & relaxed in his movement now. He is a 22 year old Arabian with dressage in his background.


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