I recenlty borrowed a friends mask and tried it on my little mare who can get extremely nervous at times.  It seemed to help or she was just having a good day.

just trying to see what everyones opinion is, experiences are with the Hidez mask and how ofter do you use it?  

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I use mine only at races and it does seem to help. My mare is not the quietest at the gate and is nicer while waiting to go. It's not a miracle but it does seem to work. I think it would work better if my mares head was not in between sizes. She could fit in a medium but it would be sooo tight but the large is a little big.

Thank you! I am going to try it again this weekend. 

Where is the cheapest place to purchase one? 

I sent you a pm

Just wrap her head in vet wrap. 

it will do the same thing and it's cheaper

I think they are a waste of money, just another gimmick..

I've always wondered exactly what type of horse these are marketed for...I assume just hotter horses?

I also think it's a giant waste of money.  I bought one and it did nothing. Plus, it's something they could make for $20.00.  Gimmick that is making someone rich. 

If you ccan, try and find one on facebook. otherwise, I just ordered form the hidez website

They seem to help some horses, but not others. It's kind of a trial & error thing. Find someone who will let you borrow one for a few runs, and let your horse tell you if he/she needs it. Or buy one used on Facebook and if it doesn't help, you can resell it and not be out a lot of money.

I used one for a year or so on a hotter horse, but now run him without it as I don't see a big difference. His issue is confidence, and we've been addressing that with a regular routine and a GREAT horseshoer who has him feeling like a million bucks.

My veteran seasoned rodeo horse has one that he travels in with the rest of his Hidez gear (suit & neck cover), and he loves the mask. It must feel good because he always licks, chews, & relaxes when I pull it on.  I couldn't tell you what about it makes him so happy, but he'll continue to travel in it if it makes him happy.

I ran her in it a few times and then this past Sunday she saw it in my hands and lowered her head wanting me to put it on her. I think it does help her to some extent just not sure how but I know she was waiting on it Sunday. 

Thanks guys

I'm with you - I can't really explain it but can tell my horses like the masks. It didn't change anything during runs with my gray, but he does like wearing it before & after, and honestly,  he gets what he wants.