| gullet | | A usually small decorative piece on a Western saddle |
| horn | | There are three of these on an English saddle, usually only two are used at a time. |
| offside billet | | Another, less commonly known name for the fender |
| reins | | This piece is located behind the cantle of a Western saddle |
| seat | | This piece is used to secure the bit under the horses's chin in western riding |
| snaffle | | This is an area of space under the English saddle- if not present, then your tree is probably broken and it's time to get a new saddle. |
| rear jockey | | This item is featured in both English and Western saddles and is a good place to sit. |
| stirrup irons | | It's very important to wear the proper shoes when your feet go in these often metal items. |
| dressage | | This is used during cattle roping and make this style of saddle highly recognizable. |
| sudadero | | This small leather piece ensures that the buckles stay fastened and don't rub any other part of the saddle. |
| girth | | Also known as the noseband. |
| browband | | You often have to move your horses's forelock when adjusting this piece of an English bridle |
| concho | | This small area is located under the cantle on an English saddle |
| cheekpiece | | This style of riding uses a saddle similar to an English saddle. It's national organization initials are as follows: USDF |
| billet | | This item, when properly attached, keeps your saddle from sliding under your horses's stomach |
| curb chain | | These attach directly to the bit and are used to control the direction of the horses's head. |
| cavesson | | One of two on a Western saddle. Used to secure the saddle on the horse |
| curb | | These two connect the bit to the headpiece of a bridle |
| buckleguard | | This puts pressure on a horse's poll when the reins are tightened and is a part of the bridle. |
| panel | | A type of bit commonly used in Western riding. |
| crownpiece | | This can be used with either the right or left ear, depending on your preference. |
| cinch | | Sometimes referred to the girth in English riding, this item secures your saddle to your horse. |
| shaped earpiece | | This bit is commonly used in English riding and is one of the more gentle to use in a horse's mouth |
