Saddle Your Horse Step-by-Step
By Katherine Blocksdorf, About.com Guide
Fasten Cinch or Girth
Reach carefully beneath your horse to pick up the girth or cinch.
2005 K. Blocksdorf
Move to the near side, reach beneath the horse and pick up the free end of the girth or cinch.
Prev
- Groom With Your Horse Safely Tied
- Position the Blanket or Pad
- Lift the Saddle On
- Check Both Sides of the Saddle
- Fasten Cinch or Girth
- Do Up the Girth Buckles or Cinch Straps
- Help the Saddle Settle and Remove Wrinkles
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