Types of Pad

In ancient times, saddle pads were used to protect saddle from becoming damp and wet. With improve in technology saddle pads have also become methods to make a saddle fit on a horse back. Saddle Pads have different types and each type is used for different purposes. These are:

• Square Pad: Made of quilted cotton with a strap that fits around the billets and girth to keep the saddle pads in place. They come in variety of colors and shapes.
• Gel Pad: Helps in distribution of pressure and absorb impact that can help in providing relief to horses with sensitive backs.
• Foam Pad: They are shock absorbing and help to fit a saddle by equal distribution of saddle weight and pressure.
• Riser Pad: Also known as bump pad, helps to lift a saddle and improve allover fit. Ideal to use when horse muscular shape is changing or in case not able to find a saddle pad which can fit properly on horse back.

Regardless of the design, never ever try to change the basic fit of a saddle while putting pad, shifting and moving saddle from their place can cause pressure points on horse body, this can lead to improper movement of horse while moving and running.

It is very important to place those saddle pads that can fit properly on horse back.