headcollars

[Fi]

A bit of a daft question really, but I've struggled to find headcollars that fit the Dales head nicely.

What make and size does everyone use?

Fi

[Tynedale]

I just use rope hatters so not much help.
Anna on here makes beautiful leather ones which would be a perfect fit, you could message her for more info.

[Fi]

Thanks, I was wondering if Anna made headcollars as well as bridles. Tho I think I'd be keeping a nice leather one for 'best', ie travelling, esp as ours get left by the field gate in all weathers!!

I will get in touch with her, I feel a birthday present coming on.

Fi

[harveydales]

I'm interested in replies because I've never found the perfect fitting synthetic headcollar for our Dales heads.

[zeldalithgow]

I use the Cottage Craft fully adjustable headcollars, they adjust on the nose (not under) which I much prefer and under the throat most of the Dales I've had have taken the full size tho Gem is in a cob, they are the best I've found although not quite as good as they were when I first used them 20 years ago
www.rideaway.co.uk/cottage-craft-adjustable-headcollar

www.amazon.co.uk/Cottage-Craft-Adjustable-Headcollar-Navy-Full/dp/B000YBUU5A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1454500108&sr=8-1&keywords=cottage+craft+headcollar

[dalesnfellfan]

I tend to use a parrelli style rope halter, but I have 2 Tottie smart padded web ones for best, they are adjustable on both sides and under the nose and throat, I have cob size for both ponies and they are a good fit on both even they both have different shape and size heads.

[zeldalithgow]

I did use the rope type for a while with Trev but as you can't tie up with them I switched back, also he got aural plaques and has been fussy abouthis head since

[5natives]

I think Amba's is a cob sized Cottage Craft one, it's so faded i'm not sure!

[ikklecob]

I think mine are cob sized. I will have to check what makes.

I have a lovely one that Anna made for us.