Equilibrium Stellar Safety Headcollar

The Stellar safety halter is being updated. Only size full (black and brown) is currently supplied as shown in photo 5. 

The Equilibrium Stellar Safety Headcollar could save your horse from serious injury. Smart, weather-proof, and scientifically tested too. Ideal as a field
safe, everyday or competition headcollar.


Key features

-Reusable safety release system prevents injury to the soft tissue and nerves on
the face, poll and neck of the horse.
-Scientifically tested.
-Smart, durable and weatherproof material. Made from PVC with stainless steel
fittings.
-Neoprene padding for comfort, on the headpiece and nosepiece.
-Ideal for use with the Field Relief Muzzle Protector.
-Matching Stellar Leadrope available.


Dr David Marlin started researching by conducting a survey of 5615 horse owners*
to find out their experience with using headcollars. This included how often
they used them and the problems associated with them.

The results were surprising.

Almost 1 out of 3 people experienced a horse being injured as a result of a
headcollar.
More than 1 in 7 people have been injured in a headcollar related incident.
There were 167 horse fatalities as a result of a headcollar.
Diving into the horse injuries – it didn’t seem to matter what headcollar they
were using. There were combinations of standard headcollars, safety headcollars
and safety devices, however baler twine was associated with a higher risk of
injury.

Unsurprisingly the majority of incidents happened tied outside, closely followed
by in the field.

These results demonstrated that perhaps, headcollars should be investigated in
more depth...


How can the Stellar Headcollar benefit horses?
We all know accidents with headcollars happen, but you think “it’ll never happen
to me!”, however as we know from the research, it is far more common than we
think! And while lead ropes, and baling twine can and do release – but not
consistently – there are several instances where they wouldn’t even come into
play. For example, your horse could get the headcollar caught on a gate/water
trough/stable door/etc.

The Stellar® Safety Headcollar has been scientifically tested to have a
consistent release point where the headpiece releases when poll pressure is
applied, with an average of 83kg of downward force. Our research indicates that
this is strong enough for safe horse handling, but low enough to prevent serious
injury to the horse in the event of an incident. The Headcollar can also to be
quick to release. While we wouldn’t recommend getting in the thick of it if your
horse is stuck for the risk of getting caught, the headcollar can be released
easily if the keeper can be pushed up and stud fastener pulled outwards, rather
than downwards.

For instance, in normal circumstances you should be able to lead, tie up,
turnout, load and travel your horse in the Stellar Headcollar. There may be some
instances however, where you decide it is not appropriate to use it. For
example, if your horse is near or on a busy road – i.e., you are travelling
abroad or when you break down and must unload your horse on a motorway. In these
circumstances a bridle may be more appropriate.

Who is the Stellar Headcollar for?
The Stellar Headcollar has been designed to be used by all horses and horse
owners. While some may think ‘safety headcollars’ are just for use in the field,
we know from research that accidents do happen elsewhere too, with the vast
majority of them being when your horse is tied up outside.

Not only that, but the Stellar Headcollar is made from a weatherproof material
with stainless steel fittings to ensure it is long-lasting and ready to tackle
the elements!

Therefore, the Stellar Headcollar is great to be used as:

-A field safe headcollar
-An everyday headcollar
-A competition headcollar