Bits and Spurs Tack

01/25/2025

Interesting information for horses with low sugar needs

The classic summer mix of rain, warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine can quickly cause a pasture flurry in the matter of just a few days! So, it is very important after such spells, that we take extra care and vigilance on our horses who are more vulnerable to high sugar diets ☀️

Did you know that the actual time of day can have an effect on pasture sugar levels?

As light intensity increases, so does a plants photosynthetic rate, which produces sugars, right up until several hours after sunset. It often isn't until the depths of the night that the plant has processed its photosynthetic goods, and returned to its baseline level, ready for the next day of sunlight. This means that the early morning period can be the most favourable time for low sugar grazing.

If you have concerns about your ponies consumption, sugar levels or nutrition, you can reach out to our team at [email protected]

01/10/2025

It is time to start getting ready for show season, if you are not already!

Join us FEBRUARY 8-9 at Canterbury/ Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center for our first show of the year! Keep an eye on our ‘Shows and Events’ page for prize list and show bill, which will be coming out soon. We cannot wait to see everyone!

Open show Saturday
Schooling dressage show Sunday

11/08/2024

Annual store-wide sale is happening next Saturday Nov 16th! Everything is 15% off & more!! Don't miss it 🐎

11/07/2024

Perfect time to shop for great deals or clean out your barn & tack rooms!

🔥🍀Remeber to sign up for our Horsey Yardsale and share with all of your horsey friends!!

Also, don’t forget sellers are not limited to horse related items. Clean out your garage or closets!

Crafters are welcome to come sell as well!

Here is the link to save your spot to sell!
https://2024-horsey-yard-sale.4honline.com/

11/02/2024

Its that time of year when consignment is filling up! You name it, we probably have it - saddles, bridles, bits, pads, girths, stirrups, strap goods, blankets, fly sheets, boots, blankets, fly sheets & more! Lots of great clothing items too. Come check it out!

09/26/2024

We are open today until 2-3pm for last minute storm items: fly masks, breakaway halters, body markers, etc.

09/02/2024

Shows and Events for Walk Trot Canter Association

08/26/2024

Happy Monday y'all 😁

All about us 😅
credits: Pinterest

07/15/2024

So excited to announce that Perry's Pro Hoof Care is back! Best hoof dressing in the world - get ya some

06/27/2024

Kid's Consignment Apparel Sale 🦄 Lots of choices for showing or schooling & discounts for bundles!!

Picture 1 - Paddock Boots:
#1 Ariat Devon black sz 2 $55
#2 Ariat Devon black sz 2 $55
#3 Ariat Devon black sz 2 $25
#4 Ariat Devon black sz 1 $45
#5 OV Quantum brown sz 13 $25

Picture 2 - Jodhpurs:
#1 Tuffrider khaki sz 6 $10
#2 Tuffrider black sz 6 $10
#3 Tuffrider black sz 6 $10
#4 Tuffrider khaki sz 8 $10
#5 Equistar tan sz 8 $10
#6 JoyRide white rib sz 8 $12
#7 JoyRide tan rib sz 10 $12
#8 JoyRide black rib sz 10 $12
#9 OV tights tan sz 10plus #20
#10 Tuffrider khaki sz 12 $15
#11 OV Soft flex tan sz 12 $30
#12 Ariat side-zip tan sz 12 $40
#13 Ariat side-zip tan sz 12 $40
#14 NWT Tailored Sportsman side-
zip khaki sz 14 $50

Picture 3 - Breeches:
#1 Tuffrider Boys tan sz 6 $30
#2 Tuffrider k/p khaki sz 6 $10
#3 Pikeur full seat white sz 12 $75
#4 Romfh k/p tan sz 10 $40
#5 Romfh k/p tan sz 12 $45
#6 Dover k/p tan sz 12 $40
#7 Tuffrider embroidered navy sz 14 $30
#8 Tailored Sportsman k/p tan sz 16 $70
#9 Tredstep Symphony full seat tan sz 24 $60

Picture 4 - Show Shirts
#1 Equine Couture s/s white sz 8 $15
#2 Aubrion long sleeve med $25
#3 Ariat long sleeve med $20
#4 OV long sleeve sz 12 $25
#5 OV long sleeve sz 12 $25
#6 Equine Couture l/s sz 12 $20
#7 Shires l/s white XL $20

Picture 5 - Tech Shirts
#1 Tuffrider sunshirt gray sz S $15
#2 Romfh l/s white sz med $40
#3 OV s/s navy/pink med $25
#4 OV s/s navy/pink large $25
#5 Ariat sunshirt turq. XL $25
#6 Ariat Aptos s/s navy dot XL $30

Picture 6 - Show Coats
#1 Devon Aire navy sz 16 $25
#2 Wellington Co navy sz 16 $35
#3 Devon Aire black sz 16 $30
#4 Grand Prix dk green sz 14T $40
#5 Grand Prix chocolate sz 12T $45
#6 RJ Classic navy sz 12 $50
#7 RJ Classic navy sz 12 $35

Picture 7 - Garters Belts Half Chaps
#1 NWT Garters brown lrg $12
#2 Garters brown med $8
#3 Garters black small $10
#4 C4 Corgi Belt lrg $20
#5 Tory Spur Belt sz 24 $25
#6 OV Leather Half Chaps lrg $35
#7 Ariat Scout Chaps blk MT $30

03/25/2024

Hop on in for our annual Easter Clearance sale! Also BOGO on ALL consignment apparel & tack including saddles under $500!!!

03/01/2024

To all the horse people out there...

Dear Horse industry,

Stop being awful. Grow people.

Stop putting others down for the sake of one's own prosperity. Lift them up.

Stop the whispers in the warm up ring. Give people kindness.

Stop the snarky remarks behind closed doors. Find something good to say.

Stop with the clicks and underhanded complements.

Stop with the need for newest and latest fashions or tack sets but never riding your horse in fear they may get dirty.

Stop manipulating others words or actions.

Stop normalizing poor sportsmanship and start normalizing folks who work hard.

Chances are if you've had horses long enough you've encountered some sort of this. From the competition world, to trail riders, to rescues, to top level riders, it's everywhere and it's terrible and it's got to stop. It's got to.

I've met riders, young and old, who are petrified to ride infront of people because some where along the line, someone told them they weren't good enough. I've seen talented people quit because of gossip and I've seen people give up on what they believe in because folks made them belive they were only 1' tall.

When you see a rider kicking them selves after a bad ride, tell them great job for hanging in there and give them some tips.

When you see that girl show up in the rusty old bumperpull, know she likely put everything she had into her entry fees.

When you see an organization fighting for what they believe in, fight with them.

When you see the girl too shy to ride, ask her to help you out by hopping on to keep your horse company because it would be an awfully big help.

When you see the girl scared to death in line up remind them why they are there and they have this.

When you see the girl discouraged over progress, remind them how far they have come.

The world is full of ugliness, horses should be our escape, not a place we feel belittled. We are all incredibly blessed to have Equines in our life. Becoming better Horseman is hard enough without having folks tear you down.

Please start normalizing raising each other up.

Written by -Erin O'Neill