Fitting Tack To My AQHA Horse! Choosing A Bitless Bridle, Color, & Saddle

[@freespiritequestrian]

Hey Horse Lovers! Don’t forget to cast your color vote for Dodger on our community page (posts at 12:40 EST)!!!!- Dodger 🐶 Buckskin Kit: thespiritedhorseboutique.com/products/arlo-s-sweet-tooth-body-butter-copy

[@FrenchFrog-mk6uw]

Dodger is so cute and I’m so exited for you to start the journey with him! Also I love theses types of videos ❤

[@EquineLover-ASMR]

❤️🐴

[@jan2423]

I was always told tack from the left side. Is something different ?

[@FrenchFrog-mk6uw]

@@jan2423 I think it’s just cause the saddle is to the right so she tacked from the right 😊

[@graffic13]

Blue or gold brow bands!! Is there a black hills gold brow bands with blue gems😂

[@francesorensen7646]

I agree with Kyle, I really like the Gold. With the black saddle, a black bridle with Gold brow band, he'll look very well put together. Subtle and chic!

[@shirleykaczmark6902]

Agree with the gold

[@Carol-uw5et]

Gold

[@TomUnderwood-lv8xm]

Yep...agree. Think those are his colors. 😊 L

[@quirkyturtleQTE]

My son and I agree and blk diamond one to.

[@HorseLady1109]

@@quirkyturtleQTE I like that one as well.

[@ghoultooth]

The gold is absolutely MADE for him! I loved that one and the black diamond, gorgeous 😊

[@TomUnderwood-lv8xm]

My two favs also! 😊 L

[@ZenaZee]

Agree! Both were gorgeous, specially the gold

[@DN-el2mx]

Yes!

[@NoType333]

Same here!✨

[@lindalittle2349]

Totally agree!

[@dalemartindale5372]

I really like the gold band with the black saddle and bridle. He's beautiful and seems so lovable. Reminds me of Mushu.

[@Filiz6777]

I like gold. It seems like a shiny part of Dodger.

[@veronicapearce3149]

Gold looked fantastic on him!

[@LesleyStaniforth]

I think gold for dodger

[@darlene-z1e]

I love the gold on Dodger

[@judyeuller7602]

Aww, I liked the gold one. 🥴

[@IngridMcCallum]

The gold I like the gold as well!

[@rstein3131]

The gold was my favorite.

[@stockinettestitch]

I like the gold brow band

[@vickiegerdes4775]

I agree with Kyle. I like the gold.

[@rhondabibeau3940]

gold brow band is my favorite💛

[@nikkernacker1]

Dodger’s soul speaks to us! When you first see Dodger at the beginning of the video, he has the look of fear and somber and almost melancholy from the rough 15 years of his life. It reminded me of Ariel when she was first brought home. Now anytime you see her eyes express youthful sweet soul❤. At the end of this video, Dodger shows that same sweetness but his eyes are now soft and saying “that’s right-I’m safe here with Shae”. Thank you Shae for saving Dodger’s life and bringing his soul back to life. ❤❤❤❤ If I had a farmland and the ability to have horses, Dodger would be my heart horse❤

[@DeborahKeeney-mg3ft]

Gold head band. He actually rocks them all 😊

[@northernlightz2959]

The black diamond and black saddle. With his black mane and tail it sets them off so beautifully.

[@elizabethheyenga9277]

Yup!!

[@fs819p60]

DITTO⚜️

[@fs819p60]

BLACK DIAMOND! Mr Dodger is striking in black…

[@24grateful]

Gold band. So looking forward to seeing you when you ride him at a full speed run. Should be fun for you!

[@Linda-fz1uf]

I think he's going to be great to ride. 😊

[@4darlajb]

I'm with Kyle!! GOLD all the way!❤

[@susanblack7782]

Gold on gold!

[@BRMBeeGeesR1]

I agree with Kyle, the gold. With a black saddle, black bridle, he would be perfect!!!

[@rachelmorrison6342]

Gorgeous in gold.

[@Novanna52]

The gold is really nice. I blends, but doesn't fade in. It really brings out the highlights of his coat.

[@pnthers1313]

Gold was the best for sure it brightened his appearance, Ruby was my second favorite. Hopefully you can match the saddle with some gold too! If you think there’s a lack of colors I would change the pad around for fun.

[@elizabethheyenga9277]

As the year comes to a close, thank you for all your work and sharing Shae. I was attracted to your joy, barefoot horses, bitless riding, liberty, etc. I love that you give a horse time to unfold and take it step by step, you can't rush foundation. Dodger would have let you climb on him day one, but watching him unfold, his mouth heal. His neck and butt are changing as he picks up weight, I am excited for spring when he can blossom.

[@Linda-fz1uf]

Well said. 😊

[@doodah9561]

I'd love to see Dodger in a forest green pad and black saddle.

[@peacebeyond123]

I like the Gold!

[@LKH-s9o]

I like the ruby red with black saddle and bridle. A pad with a red pattern might look good too.

[@jessbordeaux9845]

Dodger is so adorable!! My heart melted when you reassured him instinctively when he started with the nervous glancing, and he immediately did a lick & chew. ♥️🥰🫠 I am so glad you found his darling soul. You are an angel on earth Shae!!

[@denisebair9542]

Gold!

[@robinmacsinka7274]

Yah, the black saddle and bridle with the black diamond or the bold gold brow band is my favorite on Dodger because of his coloring. 😍

[@TomUnderwood-lv8xm]

My favs also! 😊 L

[@christinelinn2574]

Shae- I am always impressed with how much energy you have!! You just keep trucking. And the another impressive quality is your patience - maybe ‘off the record’ you express frustration but in front of the camera, you are smoooth!!

[@sussiemikkelsen1764]

Gold and black 💫

[@DiannaGutoski]

He is So patient. What a beauty.

[@karentriebel1217]

So good natured,, will wear anything for cuddles and treats.

[@sheryl6043]

The gold is stunning on his golden brown fur, or the red really sings on this handsome feller

[@JustAPassingStar]

Gosh, I really do love Dodger. He is gorgeous he and Ariel are right up my alley for sure. I liked the gold and the diamond one the most, the blue was pretty too but the gold was just stunning on him imo.

[@springflorals7717]

I love how classy the gold brow band looks on Dodger. He's such a beautiful horse and has such a nice temperament.

[@pn1123]

I've always had a soft spot for Quarter Horses - they are such characters! I love watching Dodger move - he moves so beautifully! I really love the dark, black-ish, saddle on him. I think a bridle as dark as the saddle would look great with the red brow band. He's a handsome boy no matter what you choose for him.

[@FoxyMaroon]

Gold band is STUNNING. It makes his whole e body POP.

[@robinmacsinka7274]

The black saddle looks really good on him with his black mane and tail. He's so pretty. 😊

[@marthaagnew6022]

I liked the gold. He is so handsome! Love that you explain about saddle fitting and how important it is. Would love to have you share about bridle fitting as well!😊 Also love how you set the horse up for success by including the importance of warming up and cooling down the horse.

[@Linda-fz1uf]

Yes very informative video!

[@myearthlytreasures3]

I liked the gold...but what I liked better is the way he stood and walked off as if you had been riding him everyday since you brought him home! Good job Shae and Dodger!

[@barbarabentley5345]

gold looks beautiful- Kyle is right. Watch your footage. Fun to see you fit the saddle and bridle. I just bought my first new saddle and it is so nice to see how a professional fitting makes for a comfy horse. My Rose says thank you.

[@Linda-fz1uf]

Great comment!

[@CherylAnderson-qs4iq]

Yes! We finally get to see more of Dodger. I scrolled down and skimmed for a while. So many saw it like I do, including Kyle. The gold pops. It ties in with his coloring the best. Black is another good choice.

[@ninagrossklaus4657]

Have to love this new boy! Such a stunning horse, and I'm so glad he's yours. I am excited to watch as always! ❤

[@DakotaLily]

❤❤❤I just like Dodger no matter what!!! ❤❤❤ So great to see him coming along and settling in! Happy Holidays - Free Spirit Equestrian!!!

[@camillasaietz4856]

He is so cute ❤ He seems afraid to do something wrong, which is a bit heart breaking 😢 good thing he is with you and your kindness and understanding ❤

[@Rebecca.Elizabeth]

Dodger is really coming along over the last few weeks. You can definitely see the changes in him since he arrived. He needed someone gentle and patient like you. The gold and royal blue were my favorites!

[@jillhiles143]

I really like the gold for Dodger.

[@Laura-g7e7c]

Dodger is such a beautiful horse

[@kimmy9737]

Awe... Shae, you're making me fall in love Dodger 🥰 he is so adorable and looks so cuddly. I think light Blue is his colour 💙💙💙

[@tammydialgray2835]

I love him in the black leather because his dark parts of his coloring really looks great. Even the color of the stirrups looked stunning on him. I loved the blue, gold and pink brow bands on him. He is stunning and I love following his story.

[@MichelleSuggs-ls1ki]

The gold with black saddle and bridle will be stunning on him.

[@AveryGarvin-v6e]

My name s Avery and I think the first blue looks really really god on dodger Im a ver big fan of your Chanel and you have inspired me to do horse training when I get older

[@conniegalati3926]

I love your instruction during the tacking up. Sweet Dodger is looking for reassurance and your calm demeanor is just what he needs. I wish I could be his cuddle buddy.

[@leonamcginnis]

I love the Gold and Red him the most. The Black saddle with the Black Bridle and Gold head band will make him stand out. He's a nice looking horse and when he is " working " he really looks good. I am anxious to see you on his back and putting him through his paces, I think he's going to be an eye catcher where ever he goes. It's so obvious that he really likes treats and can be a little testy if his treats aren't coming his way fast enough lol. I enjoy watching you so much Shae and look forward for winter being done and gone.

[@louisethurlow3948]

He looks good in the red but I really liked the gold too!

[@valeigirl]

I liked the gold

[@aharvy4962]

Great to see Dodger finally relax so glad he is in your care he deserves a lot of love. I thought the Gold looked beautiful on him but let’s face it no matter what color the babies wear they are all gorgeous❤❤❤❤❤

[@Kim-lc3fv]

Dodger looks like a fluffy teddy bear 🧸 with that winter coat. You are such a good mom with your horses, especially reassuring the new kids that everything is OK. ❤

[@jordyntoomey1472]

I really really liked the gold band and black so so cute. The red wasn't bad either!

[@lynfairchild1836]

Gold ! He is adorable he did so well looking forward to your first ride such a wonderful addition to your farm, Happy New Year xxx

[@DeborahKeeney-mg3ft]

DODGER! Go beautiful Dodger! Glad you have him, he has experienced something scary and you are the perfect trainer in his life at this time!

[@rhondabibeau3940]

Definitely black ❤

[@kepnjem]

Definitely the gold! 💖

[@5643437]

I like the gold brow band!

[@candicerunyon2762]

Lol, it looks like based on the comments, the gold is a winner😁. Really though, it does suits him very well. And I have been meaning to also comment that despite being outdoors a great deal you always have a lovely complection. You must have a very good skin care regimen. 👍

[@rachealsmith5138]

I love the gold… it matches his coat and his personality to me! He is so handsome and such a good boy! Can’t wait to see your first ride!!! ❤😊❤

[@EmilyB-c9w]

Dodger is beautiful in all colours❤

[@CatladyActionFigure]

I like the black one. With his coloring and with black tack that would look cool. What a sweet classy horse. Winner!

[@lesleyriseam1282]

Dodger is really filling out and becoming a good looking horse .

[@karendelacruz8615]

GOLD.

[@AliceSmith-d2h]

Shea you are the best trainer , always the horse comes first !❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@bb-r5710]

Black diamond. Dodger just loves the attention❤❤

[@lbanducci]

Love the GOLD with the black saddle!

[@ServiceDogPaws]

Gold does really pair well with his color. Red is very bold off him. He would be stunning in a full red set with black leathers. ❤

[@Nancy-mi3xe]

Gold band with a black bridle. Dodger has a really pretty dish face. He's a good looking boy.

[@fclemmo]

I love the gold on him! He's such a pretty boy!

[@francesorensen7646]

Ooops! I forgot to mention: Black Diamond as a second choice. Can't wait for his first ride!

[@ricardathomason5485]

I agree with you

[@doloresreynolds8145]

I like the gold or the black diamond browband, personally. He was being a very good boy.

[@cherylprice34]

The Gold and Black look fabulous on him!

[@MarilynStair-b6g]

Shea, I look forward to your first video riding dodger for the first time that’s gonna be a very, very special moment not only for you but for dodger he aims to please and trust you wholeheartedly you can see that God bless 😊❤❤

[@AnnetteBestwick]

Gold on black really will pop on him. I loved that you got on to ride at the end of this training session, as you had already set him up for it. The bond will grow he feeds off of your confidence as do all of your horses.

[@Riding_Maiden]

Something in Dodgers’ eyes breaks my heart. Bless his soul. What a darling good boy. Please try him in a lovely rich green!🌲🌟

[@andreagagne2377]

I see it too, a weariness. It's going to be so cool to watch that go away.

[@Riding_Maiden]

@ 🙏🌟

[@STARSanSTRIPES]

I love that you believe in the importance of ground work. Dodger is one of my favorites ❤

[@stephaniephillips5945]

Oh, the GOLD is so pretty on him. 🥰🥰

[@marionirvin8989]

I think a hunter green would look great

[@pm9125]

I really like him in the black saddle. It makes his lovely brown color pop. So I think I'd like him in a black bridle with either the gold brow band or the royal blue brow band. But whatever you choose, he'll look handsome.

[@healingsprings11]

White green red 🫶 He looked fabulous in all the colors really. Beautiful boy🎉

[@brendabirkenbach8533]

❤🐎❤the black tack really picks up his black mane and tail plus the black on his legs.but 10000% red is his color,you wearing red next to him made his beautiful buckskin color pop, 💜🩷💜🩷

[@bridgittemoon7613]

That was my pick when I saw the caption! He's so handsome and red really matches his colors 🥰

[@gerigolway1723]

So sweet! He was like, " what!!? - you forgot the bit? Whoa, way cool!" 😘

[@MsWarriordiva]

Gold, for sure!!!! What about a bright turquoise on the black? That would POP!!!!

[@juliegray8616]

I love the gold band on him when you put that on his face just like lit up I think and it just was pretty, the pink is nice, but both of those would work He is a beautiful horse. I love quarter horses.❤ you’re wonderful at what you do with those horses thanks for always showing what great talent the horses have plus you❤😊

[@shawnabeach1732]

Doger is a handsome boy!!! That said, he looks great in all of the colors. I think royal or red looks the best though.

[@margomoore4527]

I like Dodger’s way of moving. It’s maximum efficiency. I know Qtr horses can be trained to do all kinds of fancy stuff, but I can see him on trails, even long ones. I’m no expert, but his trot looks like it could go on for a long time at minimum intensity. He does have a bit of an Arab face, and he’s so affectionate you could imagine sharing your tent with him on a cold night! I like the first band with all the colors, and the gold. Not the red. Or the blue.The pink is not bad. The brow-bands make every horse look regal!

[@LegendHold1]

I really like the gold on him. For a suggestion, you should make a Burgundy and Garnet brow band with Silver backing,. That would really pop on a buckskin.

[@KristinaBenoit]

The gold with the black bridle for everyday. The black diamond, I love that! I also like the royal blue and red with the black bridle. ❤❤❤

[@quinny6920]

What a good looking guy he is! I think he’s going to be awesome when you get on him!! Black saddle. Red headband

[@ChrisB24-f8q]

Dodger is georgous and so well behaved for you. I love how you educate followers around the importance of giving new horses time to settle into their new surroundings before that first ride so it is a good experience for them. I loved the gold and red brow bands best