https://www.horseillustrated.com/horse-training-going-bitless/ Tue, 04 Jan 2022 03:31:00 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://www.horseillustrated.com/horse-training-going-bitless/#comment-421823 Mon, 10 Feb 2020 13:46:06 +0000 /horse-training/going-bitless.aspx#comment-421823 I use a cross-under bridle with my mule and there is no “delay” in communication at all – my mule responds immediately, pressure is released right away – no “muddying” of communication. She is not confused. My bridle has no poll pressure, and the nose band is not tight. Like with any nose band, you adjust it to a humane setting. If my mule chose to eat or drink on the trial she could easily do so. Also, my mule maintains her balance very well with this bridle, and I can feel her come up, causing the reins to go slack naturally. Some people ride bridleless, and communication seems to be fine. Good training, trust, and partnership are key.

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