{"product_id":"waldhausen-star-leather-crupper-for-horses-ponies","title":"Waldhausen Star Leather Crupper for Horses \u0026 Ponies","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWaldhausen Star Leather Crupper - Adjustable Padded Dock Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Waldhausen Star Leather Crupper is an adjustable leather crupper with a softly padded dock piece that attaches to the back of the saddle and passes under the tail to hold the saddle in the right position. It is best for ponies, Shetlands, cobs and horses with low, flat or rounded withers whose saddle creeps forward when hacking, hill work or schooling.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThree lengths are available - Shetland, Pony and Full - and each one adjusts through a set range so the fit can be tuned to the individual rather than forced. You can see more saddlery of this type in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/saddle-accessories\"\u003esaddle accessories collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSoftly padded dock piece for comfort beneath the tail\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdjustable on every size for an accurate, individual fit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeather construction in a traditional crupper design\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHelps stop the saddle sliding forward on flat-withered horses and ponies\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShetland, Pony and Full sizes covering 49cm to 71cm of adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuits ridden work, in-hand work and lead-rein ponies\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaldhausen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStar Leather Crupper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeather, padded dock piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdjustment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable dock strap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShetland size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e49cm smallest setting to 54cm largest setting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePony size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54cm smallest setting to 62cm largest setting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFull size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65cm smallest setting to 71cm largest setting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eMeasure from the crupper attachment point at the back of the saddle to the base of the dock, and choose the size whose range covers that figure with adjustment spare.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFasten the crupper strap to the crupper D or dee on the rear of the saddle.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLift the tail gently, pass the padded dock piece under it and let the tail rest naturally over the strap.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdjust the length so the strap is snug with a slight give - not tight enough to pull on the dock, not slack enough to swing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck the dock piece is lying flat with no twists and that no tail hairs are trapped underneath.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduce it gradually over a few short sessions and check beneath the tail for rubbing afterwards.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size crupper do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasure from the saddle's crupper attachment to the base of the dock. Shetland adjusts from 49cm to 54cm, Pony from 54cm to 62cm and Full from 65cm to 71cm. Choose the range that leaves adjustment in both directions rather than sitting at the extreme end.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a crupper actually do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt links the back of the saddle to the dock, which stops the saddle sliding forward onto the shoulders. It is most useful on ponies and horses with little or no wither, and on steep, hilly ground.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the dock piece comfortable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dock piece is softly padded so the part sitting under the tail is cushioned. It should lie flat and untwisted, and the underside of the tail should be checked for rubbing during the first few uses.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used on a Shetland or lead-rein pony?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Shetland length adjusts from 49cm to 54cm and is intended for the smallest ponies, with the Pony size covering 54cm to 62cm.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the leather?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe clean after use, dry naturally away from direct heat and condition the leather periodically to keep it supple. Inspect stitching and the attachment point as part of your regular tack checks.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy horse has never worn a crupper - what should I do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduce it in short sessions in a safe, enclosed area. Some horses clamp the tail at first, so allow time for them to accept the feel before longer rides.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Waldhausen\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eWaldhausen make saddlery, stable equipment and rider kit for everyday yard use, pairing traditional designs with practical, hard-wearing materials. 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