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This cute pair is showing the Cowboy Justus saddle pad, breast collar and polo wraps!

 
Saddle blankets are an important part of any rider's tack. Whether you are a novice equestrian or a seasoned pro, the use of a saddle blanket is essential. Fortunately, Everything4Equine.com features a wide variety of saddle blankets, of all shapes and sizes, from which to choose.

A saddle blanket is a coverlet designed specifically to sit beneath the saddle and directly atop a horse's back. A saddle pad is important for several reasons. First of all, it provides traction for the saddle. Like any animal, horses tend to sweat during exercise. Subsequently, their backs become wet with perspiration. Saddle pads absorb some of the wetness and prevent the saddle from slipping.

Another reason saddle blankets are important is shock absorption. No matter how strong the horse, having a 100 plus pound human bounce up and down on its back every day eventually takes a toll. Placing a blanket and/or pad beneath the saddle allows some of the weight to be displaced. The result is a happier horse and a safer ride.

Everything4Equine.com has a comprehensive selection of saddle blankets to suit every purpose and every preference. We offer a wide variety of colors and styles to compliment riders' tack and show clothes. Whether you are an English rider in search of a stylish pad or a Western equestrian looking for a soft place to land, rest assured that Everything4Equine.com has what you are looking for!