Partners
I am proud to work with the following brands and businesses. Purchasing tack through BlackSheep Saddlery comes with a variety of shipping, delivery and fitting benefits — contact me to learn more!
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The Loose Horse Mobile Tack Exchange is a unique resource for quality used tack and clothing in Central Virginia. The Loose Horse carries English saddles of all makes, models, and price ranges. Whether at your farm or event, the Loose Horse’s mobile trailer lets your clients, boarders, students, and even your horses try items before buying.
If you are interested in trying a saddle or any type of tack from Loose Horse, I can help with pick-up and fittings. We frequently attend events together and hope to see you at one soon!
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Bliss of London and Loxley by Bliss, crafts handmade, high‑quality English saddles in Walsall, UK, featuring fully customisable options—from leather colours and welting to flap designs and seat depth. Their saddles use wool‑flocked panels, offering adjustability as your horse’s conformation changes, and are available on a variety of tree types—including Classic, Warmblood, Hoop, Baroque, Pony and an adjustable tree system. Riders and fitters consistently praise Bliss saddles for their soft, comfortable leather, thoughtful rider and horse fit, and excellent after‑sales support and warranty network. Visit their website.
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Cavaletti Collection offers leather and synthetic adjustable saddles (GP, Jump, Monoflap, Dressage, Show) at a budget-friendly price point, all fitted with wool‑flocked panels and changeable gullet bars to adapt as your horse’s shape changes. Riders consistently describe the leather as soft and grippy for the rider, and praise the fit and comfort for horses, particularly highlighting the convenience of the adjustable gullet system. Visit their website.
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Harry Dabbs saddles are premium British saddles known for innovative tree designs that prioritize spinal clearance and horse comfort. They offer highly customizable fits with multiple tree shapes, panel options, and carefully balanced seats for riders across dressage, jumping, and eventing. Riders value Harry Dabbs for their combination of modern biomechanics, high-quality leather, and exceptional horse-rider harmony. Visit their website.
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Jeffries saddles are traditional English saddles handcrafted in the UK, known for their durability, balance, and precise workmanship. They offer models for dressage, jumping, and eventing, often using high-quality English leather and wool-flocked panels for excellent fit. Riders appreciate Jeffries for their classic feel, secure seat, and long-lasting construction that holds up beautifully over years of use. Visit their website.
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Passier is a prestigious German brand, crafting high-quality saddles and leather tack since 1867, known for premium materials, expert handmade workmanship, and long-lasting durability. Their modern saddles—such as the Sirius, Optimum, Freemove, and Precision lines—offer anatomical flexibility and balanced fit for both dressage and jumping disciplines, with innovations like adjustable tree systems and soft calf‑leather seating that riders describe as comfortable and supportive. Riders who’ve used Passier saddles, even decades‑old models, praise their lasting quality. Visit their website.
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American Equus is a U.S.-based equestrian brand known for its precision-engineered aluminum stirrups, spurs, and high-performance accessories. Their products combine sleek, modern design with advanced traction and ergonomic balance to enhance stability and rider feel. Riders appreciate American Equus for its luxury aesthetic, customizable color options, and durable performance across hunter/jumper, dressage, and western disciplines. Visit their website.
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Flex‑On, based in France, produces high‑performance, ergonomic stirrups engineered for shock absorption and comfort, using elastomer springs and wide footbeds to reduce strain on the ankles, knees, and back while promoting better rider alignment. Their range—including Aluminum, Hunter, Green Composite, and Safe‑On (safety release) models—offers customizable options like flat versus inclined treads and standard or ultra‑grip surfaces, suitable for disciplines ranging from jumpers, hunters, eventing and endurance a to dressage. Visit their website.