Question # 151: I can't seem to find a bit that my OTTB doesn't want to spit out of his mouth...
The minute I put the bridle on, he instantly begins trying to spit out the bit. I've tried a plethora of bits: mullen mouth, happy mouth, Myler Level 1 (the smaller diameter version), Double-jointed snaffles with a smooth oval lozenge, etc. He definitely has a low palate, so I tried a Happy Mouth mullen mouth bit‹he hated it. The issue seems to be his tongue. I suspect perhaps his tongue was tied down on the track? I've also tried hanging the bit higher and lower. I have not tried any of the yummy bit stuff. At any rate, it's affecting our connection because he concentrates so hard on trying to spit out the offending mouthpiece! I do not overtighten his noseband or use a flash. Any suggestions? (Courtney)
Hi Courtney!
Well, it sounds like you have tried a lot of different solutions to this problem! When you say you have tried the Myler Level 1 bit, I am assuming you are talking about the comfort snaffle? You might want to try... (Click on Question Title above (in blue) to read full answer)
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