Winter 2022/2023 Issue

EAST COAST EQUESTRIAN Winter 2022/2023 Page 9 Special Advertising Section Holiday Gift Guide Cherish the spirit of your horse this Christmas with hand crafted horse-hair jewelry from The Treasured Horse. Owners Rachel and Ian Smith strive to create an elegant line of eques- trian jewelry, specializing in personalized, horse-hair pieces. The jewelry helps to cherish the spirit of your beloved horse by preserving their woven hair into a wearable, timeless keepsake. The pieces are made with precious metals in .925 Sterling Silver, 14K and 18K gold to provide beauty and durability for every- day life. With Rachel’s 20+ years of experience in jewelry making, Custom Horse Hair Jewelry Makes the Perfect Gift this Holiday and Ian’s 10+ years of silver- smithing and CAD design, they have been able to create a body of work they are proud to share. They apply their skills and training as jewelers to create precious keepsakes that serve as constant reminders that bonds are eternal. Customers send a small lock of hair—ideally 10 to 12 inches in length—but only 60 to 100 strands (the equivalent of the diameter of craft paint brush). Very little hair is needed. All pieces are lovingly made in Waterbury, Vermont and make the perfect gift. Visit their web- site at www.thetreasuredhorse. com or call (603) 998-4226. Reserve your spot today! To advertise call (717) 509-9800 or visit eastcoastequestrian.net The Official HorseWorld Expo Program! The news East Coast horse owners need to know Coming in the March 2023 issue! The Dr. Cook Bitless Bridle was developed after years of research. 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 hit- ting the refresh button on your computer. It’s also great to have a bitless bridle on hand for situa- 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 Can Your Horse Benefit from Riding in a Dr. Cook Bitless Bridle? 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.