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The Original Manolo Mendez Cavesson

Manolo Created His First Cavesson Over 40 Years Ago

Unlike a traditional Spanish Seratta, which is toothed and has little to no padding. It is light and pleasant for the horse. Our Cavessons are handmade by an artisan in Spain. Manolo uses high-quality leather resulting in a Cavesson that is light and refined and will last for many years.

Why Use A Manolo Mendez Original Cavesson?

Manolo’s Cavesson has a smooth metal nosepiece in place of the usual toothed/serrated nosepiece. Caroline Larrouilh, in collaboration with Manolo, has written articles on his training techniques for the past 14 years. After seeing the original harsh “toothed” seratta, Caroline encouraged Manolo develop a Cavesson that eliminated the harsh ‘toothed’ design and introduce a new type of ‘traditional Cavesson’ — one without teeth.

Because it is light, padded with memory foam, and NON-SERRATED, Manolo’s Original Cavesson provides a uniform and comfortable contact on the horse’s nose. The horse can move its jaw and open its mouth easily, which is essential when seeking to eliminate tension and stress, allowing soft and free-flowing movement. The purpose of this cavesson is NOT to discipline the horse but to help the handler ask gently for correct flexion and to assist in building a more healthy posture. It is ideal for assisting with handling young horses and with rehabilitation after time off work or injury.

How Is It Different Compared To Other Cavessons?

Most Cavessons are heavy and designed with no attention to detail.
Our Cavesson is very refined. It rests lightly on your horse’s head, is solidly padded with memory foam, and is NON-SERRATED using only the finest quality leather.
Unlike most mass-produced cavessons, Manolo Mendez Cavessons are handcrafted of fine leather by an artisan in Spain.
There is no browband with this Cavesson.
The jowl straps are designed to allow them to lie over the broadest part of the jaw and to align with the eye level
There is only one ring rather than three, in order to more easily create correct flexion evenly throughout the horse’s body
All straps have an extensive range of adjustability for sizing. In addition there are three straps to work with that provide the scope for ease of adjustment and horse comfort.
Cavessons come in 4 sizes: Pony ,Cob, Full, and Oversized. (See the SIZING GUIDE in HOW TO PURCHASE information.)

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How to Purchase

Sizing (Guide Only)

Manolo's Cavesson Features

How to Purchase

Sizing (Guide Only)

Manolo's Cavesson Features

Testimonials

"The Manolo Mendez Cavesson is a simple but elegant piece of equipment that is easy to use and adjust to fit both of my horses. I use mine for lungeing, and I find it easier to keep my horse straight or properly bending on curved lines than an ordinary cavesson or a bridle. My horses relax, round themselves, and stretch their necks with little encouragement. I no longer need a surcingle or side reins. My gelding can be naughty on the lunge line, but he isn’t with this cavesson. He is comfortable in it and respects it."

“I received mine just over a month ago and am very impressed with the fit and the way it works. It is unlike any tool I have used before; I love how the horse can be “led” around the circle while lunging or during groundwork. At least, that’s how it feels to me. I’m so glad I got mine; it is made well and of nice leather.”

"My cavesson was waiting in my mailbox on Christmas day. I can honestly say that it is one of the highest quality pieces of equipment I have ever purchased. My mare is already lunging better."

“I need to say how thrilled I am with the cavesson and the quality of it, and for your communication and helpfulness. And the prompt delivery. The “model”- one of my nine yo Arabian stallions as yet unridden – has shown no resistance at all. I think it is the perfect fit; there is an allowance for the ‘yawn’ room with which he previously had a huge issue; he has not tossed his head at all and is working very kindly and well. Even my other stallion (a differently shaped head, also nine yo and unridden) is working kindly and well with no issues whatsoever. He is inclined to be a little impulsive and impetuous. The balance of the cavesson is unbelievably good. I am looking forward to Manolo’s clinic in Christchurch this January. Particularly any in-hand work. Thank you again.”