Bit and Bridle Fitting Consultations

Are you looking to ensure your horse is comfortable in its current bit and bridle setup? Or are you here because you're having difficulty finding the right fit? Either way, you're in the right place!

Carissa is now a  LANTRA-certified Bit and Bridle fitter through a program called Horse Bit Fit, based in the UK. There is currently no education or certification based in North America. She is now the only formally educated bit and bridle fitter in BC. 

 

 

Carissa will not only assess all aspects of your horse's bit and bridle fit but will also educate you on what to look for in a proper fitting bit and bridle so that you can make the best decision for your horse's comfort in the future as well. 

She will arm you with the knowledge of "why" the fit of the bit and bridle is so crucial to your horses' ability to move in a biomechanically sound manner. 

 

What does an appointment include?

  • Discussing your horse's history, training, and concerns with you
  • Going over your current bit and bridle, discussing the pros and cons
  • Measuring your horse's mouth
  • Assessing the horse's external facial anatomy
  • Assessing their mouth anatomy
  • Assessing their bridle fit
  • Ridden assessment where you try bits
  • A report with all of the details found and discussed, sent to you within a week of your appointment. 
The appointment is typically 1-1.5 hours long per horse. This range varies depending on how cooperative your horse is and how many bits we try. 



Home Base

She is based out of Pitt Meadows, British Columbia, Canada.

She can provide a covered arena for fittings in Mission, BC. Haul in fee is $15 per horse.

She is happy to travel for out of town bookings. Send a message to info@steadfastequestrian.ca to inquire.

additional travel fee will be added for appointments outside of the Fraser Valley

 

Group Discount
Group discounts are available for owners or barns who are interested in having 3 or more horses fitted. 
Educational Presentation
Carissa would love to come to your barn to host a clinic or a presentation for your pony club, lesson students, barn family, or school program! While this can be tailored to the group, it is usually a 1-1.5 hour power point presentation and the opportunity to view and touch a real horse skull. Please contact us for details. 
Booking Policy

All clients will be required to confirm the day before that they will be available and able to attend their scheduled appointment. If Carissa doesn't hear from you the day prior, your appointment will be rescheduled. This allows her to avoid unnecessary gas fees, and mileage. 




There you have it! All the details.

Want to book an appointment?

Please reach out to us through our contact form, send an email to info@steadfastequestrian.ca or click here to book now. 

 

 

Unsure if your horse is comfortable in their current bit and bridle? Take a peek at the checklist below to see if they exhibit any common bit and bridle discomfort evasions.