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Also known as "cowboy tack", western tack accommodates riding on trails, and rodeo events and shows. Tack needed for western-style riding varies greatly from English-style tack, as these 2 types of activities has different needs and requirements.

Since Western saddles have no padding underneath, a horse blanket is needed to ensure the horse's comfort.

A difference between a English saddle and a Western saddle is that the Western saddle has a horn whereas the English saddle does not. The horn on the western saddle provides a place to hold a lasso and helps provides additional comfort for the rider.

In addition to a saddle, other tack needed for western riding includes breast collars, bridles, reins, training gear, spurs, girths, pads, horse blankets, stirrups, halters, leads, horseshoes and much more.

Want to learn more about specific western tack? Talk with representatives at your local feed or tack store, and friends who own horses. Ask what works for them and does not - it's a great way to be up and running quickly!

Being knowledgeable about horse care, supplies and horse equipment (preferably before you buy a horse) can help you be as prepared as possible. Trying searching online for phrases such as equestrian supplies, horse supplies, horse equipment and others.

A horse blanket is another must for riding western style. They are available in a variety of shapes, sizes and patterns! Not only can they look nice and dress up the saddle, horse blankets serve a practical purpose in that it can help your horse stay warm and dry.