Our Story
Sagebrush Tack was founded on the belief that quality tack and rider education should go hand in hand. Drawing on her background in animal welfare research and years of experience across multiple equestrian disciplines, founder Julie Pratt set out to create a company that empowers riders to make informed, welfare-minded choices.
From custom tack & DIY kits to durable, ready-to-use tack, Sagebrush Tack combines scientific insight, artistry, and horsemanship. Every product is designed to fit well, function correctly, and enhance communication between horse and rider.
Our mission is simple: helping riders help their horses.
Sagebrush Customs
Choose your colours, hardware, rope diameter, and length to make gear that’s unmistakably yours and truly unique.
SB DIY Soft Rope Halter with Step-by-step Instructions
Learn how to make your own rope halter! This soft rope halter DIY (do it yourself) kit is fun for all ages. Perfect for summer camps, riding schools, and 4H or pony clubs as a simple yet rewarding craft. This kit comes complete with all the necessary materials and step-by-step instructions.
The instructions will come in the form of a card with a QR code linking to an interactive flipbook that you can view again and again!
Available in any size your equine requires, from foal to draft horses.
You can purchase a digital copy of the instructions only here.
Bulk pricing available for club events or horse shows, please contact us for details.
Curated Gear from Trusted Partners
Alongside our custom tack and DIY kits, we offer select gear and supplies sourced from Canadian small businesses, giving you a trusted one-stop shop for horse and rider needs.
Saddle pads
Quality gear from our trusted suppliers.
EquineLux Bareback SHOCK-REDUCING™ endurance saddle pad with cotton lining and pockets for shims
EquineLux Easy-Adjustable™ saddle pad with sheepskin lining/contour roll, and pockets for shims (3 colours available)
EquineLux HIGH-RESILIENCE full-size foam shims (inserts) for saddle pad with pockets (3 types)
EquineLux PRESSURE-RELIEVING™ saddle pad with sheepskin lining and rolls (no pockets)
EquineLux BufferLUX™ jumper half pad with front/back fleece trim and pockets (non-slip underside)
EquineLux BufferLUX™ jumper non-slip reversible half pad with pockets
EquineLux Edge-Contoured™ saddle pad with fleece contour roll and cotton lining (no pockets)
EquineLux Endurance SHOCK-REDUCING™ saddle pad with cotton lining and pockets for shims
EquineLux Easy-Adjustable™ saddle pad with fleece contour roll, cotton lining and pockets for shims: (2 colours available)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. How long will it take for my order to ship?
Non-custom items / non-SB products: Typically ship within 1-3 business days. Some excpetions apply.
SB custom orders: Lead time is usually 2–3 weeks. During busy times (spring show season or November/December), lead time may extend to 3–4 weeks.
2. Where do you ship from?
All items ship from Canada. For standard delivery, we choose the most cost-effective option. Express delivery is also available.
3. General Shipping Policy
Sagebrush Tack is owned by Julie Pratt, a lifelong equestrian who grew up in the Canadian prairies riding a variety of English & Western disciplines. She custom makes all of her SB items by hand using traditional methods of horse-tack making.
The processing time (time it takes her to make an item) depends on the item ordered, but most items will be shipped within 2-3 weeks.
She completes her orders in the order they were received around training horses and running a small farming operation. During peak times (often around Christmas and start of show season), items may take up to 4-5 weeks.
7-business day RUSH orders are available for an additional fee, please email her at info@sagebrushtack.com to confirm with current order load.
Western Canada
- Free shipping on orders $199+
- Standard: 3 to 9 business days — $20.00
Eastern Canada
- Free shipping on orders $199+
- Standard: 3 to 9 business days — $25.00
Maritimes & Territories
- Free shipping on orders $249+
- Standard: 3 to 9 business days — $30.00
US
- Free shipping on orders $249+
- Standard International: 4 to 8 business days — $25.00
International
- Standard International: 6 to 10 business days — $30.00
- Orders $249+ — Free
4. Equine Lux Shipping
Canada
- Express: 1 to 2 business days — $35.00
- Standard: 3 to 9 business days — Free
United States
- Express International: 2 to 3 business days — $35.00
- Standard International: 4 to 8 business days — Free
5. What payment methods do you accept?
Canadian customers: Preferred method is Email Money Transfer (EFT) to info@sagebrushtack.com
International customers: Google Pay, Apple Pay, Shop Pay, PayPal, and American Express are available.
(Payment must be made in full once the order is finalized. Orders are not processed until paid in full.)
6. Can I cancel my order?
Custom orders: Once production has started, they cannot be cancelled.
If the order hasn’t started yet, a refund is possible minus any fees (PayPal, EFT, etc.).
Please email info@sagebrushtack.com to check the status of your order.
7. Can I return items?
Custom items: No returns accepted, as each piece is handmade to your specifications. We have millions of possible colour combinations- no two items
Workmanship issues: If you encounter a problem with craftsmanship, please contact us immediately—we’ll handle it on a case-by-case basis.
Non-custom items in our Select Gear and Supplies sections can be returned within 14 days, provided they are sent back in the same condition they arrived in (with tags on!).
8. What about broken snaps and hardware?
Metal snaps and hardware break under stress—it’s often safer for hardware to break than for your horse to get injured.
If hardware isn’t working properly:
- Wash in warm water to loosen dirt.
- Add a drop of oil once dry.
If still not working, contact us—we can guide you through a DIY repair or repair it at a reasonable rate.
9. How durable are your paracord and rope products?
Our paracord and yacht rope are strong and built to last, but they’re not indestructible.
- Clean regularly.
- Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight (UV rays can fade and weaken materials). With proper care, your tack will last a long time.
What Our Customers Say
Absolutely wonderful and the instructions were very clear! I really appreciated the guide!
I was very satisfied with my order and how she handled the postal strike situation. I will definitely be shopping at your shop again
Great product at a fair price! Highly recommend.
Thank you, Julie! The halter is excellently crafted and of high quality. Julie customized the halter to my requests, and I am very pleased with the outcome.
High-quality item from Canada
Will purchase another at a later time
