Size Guide
How to Measure your girth
- Firstly, your horse should be measured after work, this is to ensure that you get the correct measurement and not one distorted by your horse puffing out against the girth buckling.
- Always measure your girth length on a saddled and girthed horse, both sides of the girth must be buckled evenly.
- Using a soft tape measure, measure from the lower edge of the saddle flap on one side, to the same point on the other side,
then subtract 30cm. Always round it up to the next length.
Example
Measurement: 101cm
Subtract: 30cm = 71cm
Girth Length: 75cm
- Make sure that if your horse is touchy around the mid section, that you secure the assistance of someone to help you.

Which Girth Style do you need?
Anatomic Girth
This Girth shape suits horses with good confirmation where the girth sits far enough away from the horses elbow. The Girth is slightly cut back at the front and back in the elbow area. (strap is rotatable).


Asymmetric Girth
This Girth shape suits close coupled horses with less pronounced rib cages, where there is less distance from where the girth wants to sit and the elbows. This girth is severely cut back in front of the elbow area to compensate for this.


Crescent Girth
This Girth shape suits round horses with short backs and wide ribs or a narrow chest. The special shape of the girth absorbs the rib curvature so that it cannot slip forward.


Athletico Girth
This Girth shape suits horses with athletic, strong web shaped physique. The special shape fo the belt prevents in almost all cases, any saddle slippage that may result in the girth sliding backwards.


Correct Girth Fitting
A Correctly fitted Girth will ensure the maximum comfort for your horse in both ensuring there is clearance through the elbow and ensuring your saddle stays in place. Tou should ensure enough clearance that the buckles do not catch on your horses elbow, additionally that the Mattes Girth Style you choose suits your horses conformation.


Delivery & Returns
This product is: Bespoke
Delivery Timescales
We take great pride in offering bespoke products that are tailored to your specific design and requirements. To ensure your item is of the highest quality and meets our exacting standards, it is created from scratch by our skilled manufacturers. This process does take time and as such, there is a production timescale of approximately six weeks. We strive to provide accurate delivery timescales, but please note they may vary, especially during busy periods such as the holiday season. Rest assured we will do everything in our power to ensure your order arrives as promptly as possible whilst maintaining the highest levels of quality.
Returns/Exchanges
With our 100% satisfaction guarantee on all products, you can have complete faith in our unwavering confidence in the quality and craftsmanship of whatever you order from us. If you find your order does not meet your needs you can exchange it within 14 days (terms and conditions apply)
In addition, our two-year warranty ensures you are making a wise and secure investment. Choose excellence and join the ranks of satisfied customers, making us the go-to source for top-notch equestrian gear.
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Reviews (1)
1 review for Mattes Short Anatomical Sheepskin Cotton Dressage Girth
Description
Description
The Mattes Short sheepskin Anatomical Dressage Girth has been designed to ensure the best fit and maximum comfort for horses that are being ridden in dressage or monoflap saddles, that require a shorter girth.
Each girth is custom-made to order and utilizes only the finest fabrics and materials. Choose from hundreds of cotton, binding, and sheepskin color combinations to create something that is unique and if cared for will last for a long time.
The anatomical dressage girth shape suits horses with good confirmation where the girth sits far enough away from the horse’s elbow. The Girth is slightly cut back at the front and back in the elbow area. (strap is rotatable).
Remember if you have any questions, we are more than happy to talk to you about specific issues you may be having with your current girth and to point you in the right direction.
Alan F –
Just to let you know my Mattes girth arrived today and as always, blown away by their finished article. In my humble opinion, there isn’t another manufacturer, I have ever purchased goods from, whose items have a quality, finish and durability like that of Mattes.
I would also like to thank Pink Equine for your professional and straightforward ordering process for Mattes goods, and I will certainly use you again.