Expert Saddle Fit Consultations
Now serving Connecticut!
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Despite the saddle being the #1 cause of chronic soreness in horses, it is rarely considered when trying to fix their issues. A saddle that fits both horse and rider is critical in every riding discipline.
Do you experience any of these issues?
- Horse is hard to catch?
- Acts "girthy" when tacking?
- Won't stand for mounting?
- Won't bend or pick up the correct lead?
- Holds their head up and will not engage the core/lift the back?
- Exhibits "naughty" behavior when asked to do certain movements?
These and many more "behavioral" problems can be symptoms of PAIN due to an unfit saddle. If harsher equipment has ever been recommended to you to fix these problems, you need BZ Equine. All the bodywork, training, or gadgets in the world will not solve these issues if the unfit saddle continues to be used! BZ Equine is the solution.
How BZ EQUINE can help
What is an Equine Ergonomist (EE)?
An equine professional who:
- Has completed the EE program through Saddlefit4Life Academy,
- Studies rigorously the anatomy and physiology of horses,
- Follows the scientific evidence supporting the principles and importance of saddle fit,
- Provides an unbiased assessment on each individual horse & rider pair, and
- Compiles a comprehensive picture of their ergonomic needs without affiliation to a particular brand.
As an EE, BZ Equine educates horse owners/riders on the science behind how a saddle must fit their horse's specific anatomy, both static and in motion, to find proper equipment that allows them to move in comfort and support a rider properly without pain.
Services
BZ Equine will:
- Conduct an 80+ point saddle fit assessment. From pasture to arena, all factors are considered.
- Measure the rider to address their needs in a saddle.
- Teach you the key components and measurements to look for, without the overwhelm that can sometimes accompany a saddle search.
- Ensure that after your consultation you feel confident moving forward.
BZ Equine is with you every step of the way. You will never be left unsure of what you're looking for. After the initial consultation, two follow-ups are included.* Semiannual re-assessments are strongly recommended to account for muscle growth/loss, changes in workload, enivronment, or health that will affect saddle fit.
*Travel fee may apply
About BZ Equine
Allix Reich
Allix is the founder and owner of BZ Equine. She is an Equine Ergonomist (EE), and has 25+ years of experience riding, training, instructing, and caring for horses. She earned her Bachelor's of Science degree from Southern Illinois University majoring in Animal Science with a specialty in livestock. Allix has built her expertise in helping horses thrive by learning from professionals all over the USA, from Illinois to Texas, and now on the East Coast. Her lifelong passion is facilitating ethical relationships and practices between humans and their equine athletes & companions.
Mission
BZ Equine's mission is to relieve the pain horses endure due to unfit saddles and equipment. We do so by studying rigorously the most relevant science to provide comprehensive 80+ point saddle fitting consultations. We also focus on teaching humans to recognize expressions of pain in horses, identify the derivative of the pain, and find the best course of action to alleviate it.
We wholeheartedly and unequivocally promote ethical treatment of horses in sport and leisure and teach humans how to understand their horses' holistic needs like never before.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The foundational principles of saddle fitting and ergonomics apply to all saddle types for every discipline. English, Western, and more.
Yes! We exclusively travel to your farm or boarding facility for all of our assessments to ensure your horse is comfortable and so we can evaluate all factors affecting your horse.
As of right now, yes, we are only servicing the state of Connecticut. We hope to expand to surrounding states in the future. Be sure to enter your email above to be the first to know!
No, we do not sell saddles. We are not associated or affiliated with any saddle brands. Beware: many people who claim to be "saddle fitters" are actually brand representatives (salespeople) with a monetary motive to sell you a saddle, and little knowledge of proper fit!
No, as of right now we do not perform any saddle adjustments, but we may in the future - be sure to subscribe to be the first to know!
We collaborate with qualified professionals if adjustment is the route we recommend for you and your horse. An off-the-rack saddle can be appropriate when all factors of saddle fit are measured.
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