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When your saddle is too small for your horse, you invite TROUBLE! 😈
Just like you wouldn't be happy or comfortable in shoes 👠 that were too small, your horse isn't happy in a saddle that is too small either. Most riders look at saddle fit for themselves… but what about the horse? A saddle that’s too small doesn’t just feel 'cramped', it can create a chain reaction of problems in the horse’s body and behaviour.
What actually happens when a saddle is too small? 🤷‍♀️
• Pressure on withers, shoulders, and back. A small saddle concentrates weight in all the wrong places, creating soreness and long‑term discomfort.
• Restricted shoulder movement. If the saddle blocks the scapula, the horse can’t lift, reach, or move freely. This affects every gait/every transition.
• Back pain + muscle damage. Tight panels and limited space lead to bruising, muscle atrophy, and chronic tension through the topline.
• Behaviour changes: Bucking, rearing, rushing, refusing to move… “naughty” behaviours are simply pain responses.
• Slippage + instability. A small saddle rarely sits where it should, increasing the risk of slipping sideways or backwards.
• Uneven weight distribution. This is where pressure sores, white hairs, and tissue damage begin.
• Reduced performance. A horse in discomfort won’t stretch, lift, or engage. Freedom disappears, and so does willingness.

The VersaFit™ saddle pad system by Contour Saddlery enhances that fit by protecting the most critical area of all: the shoulders. When the shoulders can move freely, the entire body unlocks, stride length improves, the back lifts, and the horse becomes more supple and relaxed. And our saddles [Natural Horseman Saddles, Glenn Saddles, Parelli Saddles] are designed to be extra generous, giving the horse the room it needs to move as nature intended. 🐎

It’s the most overlooked part of saddle fit… and the most important.
If you are unsure if your saddle fits your horse, we can help! Take a look at our FREE Saddle Fit Evaluation on our website. contoursaddlery.com

THEY'RE HERE! 🎉 After years of dedication, our stunning new Glenn English saddles are finally available! Crafted to enhance both equine comfort and rider balance, these saddles promise improved flexibility for your horse. Whether it's Dressage, all-purpose riding, or Jumping, your horse will relish the newfound freedom. Proudly designed in the USA and meticulously handmade by expert Saddle Makers in England. Spread the news and tag an English riding friend! Upgrade your horse's comfort today: https://naturalhorsemansaddles.com/glenn-saddles/

🎉 Happy Birthday for Friday to the visionary behind Contour Saddlery, Letitia Glenn!🎉

For decades, Letitia has poured her heart and expertise into crafting saddles and a saddle pad system that honor the bond between horse and rider. Her dedication to comfort, performance, and wellbeing has transformed the riding experience for so many.

Thank you, Letitia, for your unwavering commitment to your mission, your innovation and passion continue to inspire. Wishing you a day as extraordinary as the legacy you’ve built! 🐴💛

Whether or not you have a main squeeze to kiss you under the mistletoe…we wish you the most delicious moments possible this season…and we thank you heartily for letting us help you take care of your precious horses!
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Letitia Glenn
Owner / Founder Contour Saddlery

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The Real Gift is the comfort for horse and rider.

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