The Refined Equine LLC

Consultations- These services are combined during a standard fit session:

Equine Back Evaluation- Your horse's general physical condition will be evaluated, with focus on the back to see whether or not your saddle may be causing problems. Measurements will be taken and templates made of the shape of the back for use in fitting a saddle.

Saddle Evaluation- Your saddle will be carefully and thoroughly inspected for proper fit using the templates custom made from your horse's measurements. We will check saddle construction and wear on the panels, skirts, billets, and panels. Recommendations on adjustments and repair to your saddle will be discussed. Saddle will be evaluated off the horse, on the horse, and with rider up.

Repair and Reflocking- After inspecting your saddle, it may be found in need of work to ensure safety or customize the fit to your horse.

Flock Lift- Relatively new saddles might just require a light refreshing to maintain shape. New wool flock will be used to lift the existing flock in the panels to ensure consistent contact with your horse's back.

Partial Flock- It may be found that the flocking in the twist, pommel, or knee roll areas is in need of replacement due to uneven wear. This is the most common type of service for saddle that are properly and regularly maintained.

Full Flock- If your saddle is older, used often, or used on several different horses, it may be in need of a full reflocking. The saddle will be taken apart and inspected for damage. Repairs will be made as needed and discussed. The old flocking will be removed from the panels, the saddle will be sewn back onto the tree, and the panels re-flocked with top quality white wool. If you have had the Horse Back Evaluation done, the saddle will be flocked to fit the templates to guarantee the best possible fit to your horse. Includes a complimentary touch up service to check fit and wear after 20 hours of use.

Repair- Minor repair can be done with a fast turn-around time. Billet replacement, repair of broken stitching, and popped quilting on knee rolls and panels can all be done. 

Saddle Purchasing Assistance- Your saddle cannot be adjusted to fit your horse, or you are in the market for a saddle? Don't need the frustration, don't have the time to do the running, or don't feel confident in making a purchase without a consultation? We can assist in the process. We can accompany you to tack shops, or can take your horse's templates ourselves and shop for possible saddles to fit. We will run the saddles from the tack shop to your horse and back again if necessary.   

In the event of an emergency, you can be sure to have the Emergency Response personnel involved know who to contact, even if you are unable to provide the information. Your contact information, your vet's number, insurance information, and your horse's details are all safely and conveniently stored on a weather/shock resistant USB Flashdrive. also on the flashdrive is a sign for you to print and hang in the barn or trailer letting everyone know that your horse is wearing an Emergency ID USB.

This a great tool for stable management, as all files are printable and can contain individual information such as feed charts, alerts and warnings, blanket/tack info, and photographs.

Just send us your information, including your horse's photos for identification, and we can create a custom file.  Also great for Dogs!  Included with the flashdrive is a holster to securely attach to your horse's halter, bridle, or saddle. Can easily be attached to any collar.

We will make custom saddle pads to your specifications. Choose colors, trims, and thickness of fill. Some premade pads are available as well. We specialize in square pads with ornate borders. Each pad is one of a kind, handmade, with high quality materials. Popular for hunter pace teams and medieval games. English and western styles are both available.

 You have seen the Natural Horsemanship training sensation spread across the country, and maybe you have considered training your horse in a resistance free style. Don't know how to get started? We will come to you and 'train' you to train your horse. You will observe then participate in training sessions. We will coach you and allow you to form that bond with your own horse that is so important as he begins this process.

 This a very simple and effective training method widely accepted and use throughout the world today. Results are seen quickly with consistent work. A very caring approach to training, with little stress on your horse. Your horse will learn to accept what you ask, and look to you with respect and trust. This method works quite well with horses recovering from abusive situations.

 Discounts are offered to rescue organizations and adopters of rescue horses.