I have a thoroughbred mare, 6 years old, 15.3hh. I want to buy a bit for her, and I know I need to measure the length of her mouth, but what is the common size?
2007-03-14 06:44:44 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
If you are wanting to buy an exact size bit for your horse you should talk to your vet or equine dentist. They can take a mold of your horses mouth and that will indicate exactly what size of bit you need for your horse. They will also tell you if your horses teeth need floating or shaping to make bit fit more comfortable.
Other than that 5'' is the common size for bits. But because even the average size horse can have different mouth depth and size you need to look at your horse in general and be the judge for yourself.
2007-03-14 09:57:48 · answer #1 · answered by silvaspurranch 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is there a reason for changing the bit?
Don't even consider buying a bit that may not be the right size. Average and normal never applies where comfort is concerned.
Measure her existing bit if you know that fits, if not ask someone at your yard there should be experienced people about.
To measure for a bit use a pencil place where the bit would sit and leave about 1cm either side (this depends on bit type) then remove and measure this length on the pencil.
Your equine dentist will be able to advise you on bitting if you are unsure. If you think your mare is uncomfortable in the mouth I would suggest getting a dentist out to take a look, this should be done annually for a horse of her age anyway.
2007-03-14 07:59:48 · answer #2 · answered by Clowee103 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the bit is the same size as the horses mouth.. so it would be 5 1/2
2016-03-28 23:00:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
5" is a very common size, but I find that most of the horses I have ridden (stock breeds) have a smaller mouth than that. I use a lot of 4 1/2" and 4 3/4" bits.
2007-03-14 07:42:48 · answer #4 · answered by Horsetrainer89 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it depends on the type of bit... you should do some research. Is it a well broke horse? A snaffle is the softest bit, but there are many many types of bits...you don't want to wreck your mare's mouth either.
2007-03-14 08:03:12 · answer #5 · answered by Lindz911 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
5" is the most common size. Anything larger is very hard to come by and usually considered a draft size.
2007-03-14 07:59:36 · answer #6 · answered by Paint Pony 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
5" is about standard. Sizes go up and down from there in quarter inch increments.
2007-03-14 06:49:34 · answer #7 · answered by rockerchic821 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
5 inches? That's the average length of the male 'bit'. Hee hee.
2007-03-14 06:49:24 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
If you go online to websties that sell tack, their bits fit all horses (unless they are for a pony). Are you new to horses and bits? Just wondering cause all bits will usually fit horses. You need to find out what type of bit your horse likes and go from there.
2007-03-14 06:50:33 · answer #9 · answered by bhrodeocowgirl 1 · 0⤊ 4⤋