When selecting a bridle, most owners of horses prefer standard bizarre types. But a variety of bridles, which we consider today, many cause distrust and apprehension in use. It will be about hakamor, a low-tonnage rein for horses. Using this type of bridle has a lot of bonuses, both for a horse and for a person, although only the most experienced and skillful can use it. As with any type of ammunition for horses, hakamora has its advantages and disadvantages, as well as certain situations in which it is most appropriate.
What is hakamora
Hakamora is a non-torrential bridle to control a horse. When using a standard snaffle bridle, a nibble is placed in the mouth of the animal, and outside it rings are attached to which the bits are attached. Bridles are also called bridles, which use the mouthpiece, - solid iron udilov, which allows you to more accurately control the horse. 
Hakamora is a completely different type of bridle. Instead of a snaffle, a special nasal strap is used here, which with certain movements of the rider creates pressure on the face, chin and nose of the animal, signaling certain commands.
Did you know? In ancient Egypt, a very cruel version of hakamora was used - it was worn so low that it prevented the animal from breathing. This problem was solved by incisions of the nostrils!The intensity of exposure to hakamora depends on the material from which the straps are made, and the length of the bow fished. The greater the length, the greater the range of intensity of exposure to the nose. Usually hakamory are made from soft rawhide. In equestrian sports, only the most experienced riders can use hakamora who could build trust with the horse and an absolute understanding of animal commands.
Application history
The term "hakamora" was borrowed by Americans from Spanish (jacuima, xacuima), where it came from Arabic (sakima). Adaptations similar to hakamora began to be used soon after the domestication of an animal more than 4 thousand years BC. The first hakamory could be borrowed from devices designed to control camels. Over time, the hakamora became more and more complicated. 
A significant contribution to the improvement of the bridle was made by the Persians in the 5th century BC. They first began to use the third strap on the nose, thereby reducing the load on the horse's nape. Later this third strap moved from the nose to the chin. This model was so comfortable that it has been preserved to this day and is called the classic type of hakamora (bosal).
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American cowboys borrowed the technique of using hakamora from the Spaniards, or rather the Spanish shepherds of the vaquero, who have always been famous for their excellent horsemanship abilities. They perceived the horse as a partner, therefore they did not use any forceful or violent methods when working with animals.
Pros and cons of use
Advantages of the device:
- calm and psychological comfort of the animal;
- the ability to eat and drink;
- no mouth injury.
In certain situations, the use of a thin bridle can be much more effective and appropriate than the use of the classic version.
- Unpleasant sensations in the oral cavity (dental problems, injuries, diseases, rubbed lips, etc.). Hakamora allows you to fully use the animal, without causing him discomfort.
- Long riding rides. Firstly, during long horse rides, the implementation of complex elements is not required, because hakamora is enough to control and subdue the animal. Secondly, in the absence of a snaffle, the horse will be able to drink and eat unhindered, which is extremely important over a long distance.
- Check in a young horse. When using this type of bridle, the horse experiences psychological and physical comfort, as it maintains the physiological, comfortable position of the head, neck and back, does not feel any discomfort in the mouth, and cannot be injured.
Did you know? Horses have an exceptional sense of smell, allowing you to capture the rider's mood. If a person is nervous, it is immediately transmitted to the animal, which makes it difficult to control. In ancient times, people smeared their hands with special smelling substances to deceive the nose of a horse.
The disadvantage of using a non-torrential bridle include the following:
- the need for a rider's skill and a high level of understanding between him and the horse;
- the need for adaptation and training of the animal;
- risk of injury to the nose, risk of choking;
- inability to participate in trips.
Not everyone can use hakamora under power, besides, the animal must also adapt to it. But the main disadvantage is the following: with inept, too rough and careless use, hakamora is able to deliver significant discomfort and pain to the animal, cause edema and inflammation of the nose bridge.
Important! The most severe negative consequence of the use of hakamora is a fracture of the cartilage of the nose.Negative experience after using hakamora occurs for the following reasons:
- clamping the nostrils and choking the horse when the strap is placed too low;
- strong pains are possible if the strap lies above the very nostrils, where the cartilage is very thin and sensitive;
- Nose fracture can occur if iron chains are used, and hakamora is not matched to fit or not fitted in the face.
Kinds
There are several types of hakamor and they are all significantly different.
- Bosal (bosal). This is a classic version of hakamora, common in the western style of riding. This variety implies that the reins are attached under the jaw of the animal. It is used for the arrival of young horses, the principle of control is similar to the usual bridle sling.
- Sidepool (sidepulls). There are no levers, and the reins are attached on both sides of the muzzle of the animal. On the nose can be one or two straps, instead of them can also be wire (very hard, option, not recommended for use).
Sidepool is often used for the arrival of young horses. It may also be an intermediate option before transferring to the snaffle bridle. When using this variety, the risk of causing pain to the animal or injuring it if the rider loses his balance or coordination of movements is significantly reduced. When putting on the sidewall, you need to ensure that the rings are located at the corners of the mouth, and the belt on the bridge of the nose does not crawl too low. - Mechanical hakamora (English hackamore, brockamore). It belongs to the hakamora group only conditionally, because the control takes place with pressure on the nose, and not the oral cavity. But in this form are used metal arms.
- Bridle Cook. In this device, pressure is applied to the nose, the lower jaw and the back of the head; there are no metal elements in the structure. The bridle fits snugly to the head of the animal, the turns are made due to the effect of pressure, not tension. But some owners of the horses note that this kind of a non-snappy bridle is too cruel. At the same time, the horse gains a sense of fear of moving forward, loses momentum, shakes his head in an attempt to throw off the ammunition.
Sidepool is often used for the arrival of young horses. It may also be an intermediate option before transferring to the snaffle bridle. When using this variety, the risk of causing pain to the animal or injuring it if the rider loses his balance or coordination of movements is significantly reduced. When putting on the sidewall, you need to ensure that the rings are located at the corners of the mouth, and the belt on the bridge of the nose does not crawl too low.Familiarize yourself with the features of breeding horses at home.
- simple leather strap;
- nylon rope (one or more);
- wire or metal chain (very painful and tough look);
- leather strap, softened foam and fur stripe (the most comfortable option).
Important! It is necessary to regularly inspect the nose of the animal and to prevent the appearance of sores. First, there is severe pain when it comes into contact with the strap. Secondly, when the wound heals and a scar is formed, the skin in this place will be insensitive, therefore it will become more difficult to control the animals!In general, considering the option of anti-bridle bridle for your horse, you need to take into account many factors. The age and physiological characteristics of the animal, the character of the horse, tolerance or intolerance of the iron in the mouth, your experience and skills in controlling the horse, the level of trust and understanding, and the types and purposes of working with animals — all of these factors determine the possibility of using hakamors for each specific horse .
