Identify the types of bridles and the purpose of each.

Identification should include 

  • English bridles (e.g., hunter, dressage, jumper, saddle seat)
  • Western bridles (e.g., Western pleasure, reining/cutting, barrel racing, roping)
  • bitless (e.g., hackamore)
  • driving bridle. 

Process/Skill Questions: 

  • What are the similarities and differences among bridles?
  • Why is it important to know the parts of a bridle when reassembling?
  • What should be considered when fitting a bridle?
  • Why would one choose a bitless bridle?