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Stopping a Horse in a Bitless Bridle
Stopping horses with a bitless bridle.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Apr 6, 20243 min read


Beginners Riding Horses Bit-Free
For novice equestrians, the journey into the world of horseback riding can be both exhilarating and daunting. One aspect that often...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Feb 4, 20243 min read


Bitless Bridles and Pressure
I’ve heard critics of bitless bridles say they apply too much pressure to the horse. I find this an interesting statement. When riding in...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
May 4, 20233 min read


How Bit-Free Riding Calms Horses
When I switched from riding with a bit, to riding bit-free, a lot of things changed and shifted. I found myself connecting and...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Oct 1, 20223 min read


Seven Reasons to Change to Bitless Bridles
1. So you can ride safely and kindly – Bitless bridles have now been used extensively throughout the world for over 20 years. They...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Dec 7, 20215 min read


Bitless and Proud
There are so many bitless riders now, reach out and feel the support of a likeminded community, be bitless and proud. Together we can help make the world a better place for horses and grow strong in ourselves as we do it.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Jun 1, 20213 min read


A Vision For the Future of Horses
We are fortunate living in Australia to have laws preventing animal abuse. I have a vision for the future of horses. One of the biggest animal cruelty issues our society faces is the overt abuse of horses with bits, whips, and spurs.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Oct 1, 20203 min read


Which Bitless Bridle Should I Use?
There are so many different bitless bridles now that people can get confused. The main types of bitless bridle are cross-under and side-pull. There are also bosals and rope halters. This article looks at each type individually to help people with 'which bitless bridle should I use?'
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
May 4, 20203 min read


Horses Sticking Their Heads Up
Horses Sticking Their Heads Up while under saddle is unpleasant for both horse and rider. How do you help your horse keep their head down?
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Nov 2, 20193 min read


From Bits to Bitless Bridles
I made the decision to change from bits to bitless bridles. And now I can't imagine doing things with horses the way I did in the past, life with horses now is so different, and so so much better.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Jun 1, 20193 min read


It's Not Amazing to Ride Bitless
This article explores just how easy it is to ride a horse in a bitless bridle. It's not amazing to ride bitless! It's simple.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
May 16, 20193 min read


Riding Colombian Caballos
A story about riding in the Colombian Andes on the most amazing horses ever. An adventure of a lifetime!
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Apr 9, 20193 min read


Transition Exercises for Bitless Bridles
Transition exercises for bitless bridles makes the transition from riding with a bit to without a bit seamless. A step by step guide.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Nov 1, 20183 min read


Making the Change to Riding Bitless
Making the change to riding bitless opens up a whole new world between us and our horses.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Apr 1, 20183 min read


Bits in Horses Mouths
Every day, everywhere around the world, bits are placed inside horses’ mouths and manipulated. Bits in horses mouths is so common and so accepted, but should it be?
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Aug 1, 20173 min read


Transition to Bitless Bridles
The transition to bitless riding can be instant, or can take some time and training. But the end result is the same in both circumstances, a happy horse and rider.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Jun 1, 20172 min read


Bitless Bridles Part 1
A three part series, bitless bridles part 1 commences a talk given in 2016 at Nimbin Agricultural Show by Suzy Maloney.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Dec 7, 20161 min read


Bitless Bridles Part 2
A three part series, bitless bridles part 2 continues with a talk given in 2016 at Nimbin Agricultural Show by Suzy Maloney.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Dec 7, 20161 min read


Bitless Bridles Part 3
Bitless Bridles Part 3 is the third in a series of videos recorded at a presentation discussing bitless bridles.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Dec 7, 20161 min read


How Do You Stop a Horse in a Bitless Bridle?
Do we really need a bit to stop a horse? Or is it possible that the bit is actually causing the problems we want to solve? Lets explore...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Oct 1, 20163 min read
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