cavesson

part of bridle

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A cavesson is a type of noseband used on horses, typically made of metal or stiff material and padded for comfort. It is part of a horse's bridle and is used during training or breeding.1

The cavesson can be a standalone noseband with a headpiece and rings for attaching a training rein, or it can be part of a halter or a more elaborate bridle. Its purpose is to help control the horse's head and mouth, aiding in communication between the rider and the animal. While considered an artificial aid in horsemanship, it works in conjunction with natural aids like the voice, hands, and legs to guide the horse.12

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…nose, may be either a cavesson, with a headpiece and rings for attaching a long training rein, or a noseband with a headstrap, only necessary if a standing martingale is used. A variety of other nosebands are intended for horses that pull, or bear, on the reins unnecessarily.
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…nose, may be either a cavesson, with a headpiece and rings for attaching a long training rein, or a noseband with a headstrap, only necessary if a standing martingale is used. A variety of other nosebands are intended for horses that pull, or bear, on the reins unnecessarily.
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