December 2019/January 2020 Issue

Page 14 December 2019/January 2020 EAST COAST EQUESTRIAN Holiday Gift Guide Special Advertising Section The Dr. Cook Bitless Bridle was developed after years of re- search. The design allows gentle, effective control with pressure that is distributed evenly around the horse’s head. Sometimes when you just can't find a bit that works trying the Dr. Cook Bitless Bridle could be the answer to your problems. Going Bitless, no matter what discipline you are in (English or Western), even for a short period of time can be like hitting the refresh button on your computer. It’s also great to have a bitless bridle on hand for situa- There is no question that the best gift is personalized. When it comes to equestrian peers where many things look the same, it is worth it to stand out. Windmill’s Give the Gift of Possibilities with Personalized Halters monogrammed horse halters and dog collars offer personalized products that can be customized from base color, to overlay, to the monogram itself. Can Your Horse Benefit from Riding in a Dr. Cook Bitless Bridle? tions such as being able to ride right after having your horse’s dental work done, or long trail rides where they can graze and drink without the nuisance of having a bit in their mouth. And being able to take the bit away allows you to make sure your horse’s bad behavior is not related to the bit you are using. Older horses with severe tooth loss will be much more comfortable bitless. Going bitless is great for lesson and therapeutic riding programs where the rider has not yet developed the skills necessary to ride in a bit. Transitioning to bitless requires a surprisingly small amount of effort and time, sometimes even in the first ride. We suggest you start in a small enclosed area (roundpen, indoor arena etc). The Dr. Cook Bitless Bridle is marketed all over the world and used in all disci- plines. Available in English and Western styles starting at $69.95, it’s easier than ever to go bitless. Made in the USA out of premium American materials. To order visit www. bitlessbridle.com or call 877- 942-4277. Sold on the internet, at horse shows and expos coast to coast, Windmill halters are made in the USA with premium-quality nylon and solid brass hardware. Windmill’s reputation is built on quality products, exception- al customer service, and fast delivery. They have an awesome “in- teractive” website with a “color visualizer”. Just go to the Home page with the picture of Rusty and click on a color square to watch the magic! You can design the halter right before your eyes at www.MonogrammedHorse Halters.com . All of our horsey friends own dogs and our dog website has the same “color visu- alizer”. Turn Annie into a black lab and design her collar and leash at www.Monogrammed DogCollars.com. Don’t forget show awards! Windmill offers discounts for quantity orders. Check out their awesome premier show/ sport chair with folding table. The back of the chair can be embroidered with both a design and lettering. Windmill also personalizes ringside grooming totes, halter and bridle bags, box fan hangers, bucket straps, and many other items. Person- alized items make great gifts for trainers, barn staff, and boarders. To speak with a represen- tative, call (440) 298-3018, Monday through Friday, or email questions to windmillsaddle@ windstream.net .