Halter Escape ArtistsUpdated 2 months ago

Most regular halters are not designed to fit in a way that prevents removal. Having something that fits further back behind their jaw and cheekbone (more like where a cribbing collar would go) is key to getting it adjusted snugly enough so it can't be removed. If you have not done so, please provide a photo of your current halter/muzzle setup on your horse. It should be taken directly from the side with their head up so that we can see how everything is fitting. 

Our newer halters are updated with an adjustable throat latch, as well as, a longer cheekpiece to allow the fit mentioned above. However, there are some things we can try with a regular halter, like adding a second throat latch or a neck strap. If the halter is fitting tight but in the wrong location, it can actually help your horse pull everything forward and over their ears. Their nose tapers down and loosening the nose band, crown, or throat latch may allow a neck strap or second throat latch (which is my favorite option for a non-GG hater) to hold the halter further back around the smaller part of the neck which will also make it a little bit more comfortable for them. 

Check out this video and photo below showing how to use the second throat latch option.

A second throat latch added to a non-GG Halter

If you'd prefer to use the Houdini Helper Neck Strap, check out this how to video for attaching it to your halter. Be sure to watch through the six-minute mark which shows our best and safest strategy for keeping everything in place. We also recommend using our replacement muzzle straps or halter breakaway converters to attach the neck strap to the halter. You can improvise your own neck strap with a leather strap/belt and use zip ties or baling twine, as long as the crown piece and neck strap are breakaway.

Non-GG Halter and neckstrap combination

With either of these techniques, you will want to "test" how secure the halter is by trying to pull the halter off over the horse's ears. If you can pull it off, your Houdini will likely get it off. You should test it first and re-adjust it if necessary, then have your horse "test" it for you in the pasture.

Tried everything and still need help? Don't despair! Reach out to our customer service team with photos and a brief description of what's going on, or Schedule a complimentary video fit consult with an expert fitter!