Holistic Equine Saddlery & Tack

4.8
based on 42 reviews

  • Woodend, VIC 3442
    We are a home based business so please call to make an appointment to visit my wonderful showroom :)
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42 reviews about Holistic Equine Saddlery & Tack

30 Mar 2023

One word to describe Di is that she is amazing her service has been second to none. I didn't buy my Ghost saddle from her bust she has been great helping me fit my saddle and all of the required accessories a great business woman and so supportive.

verified email - 11 Jun 2020

WOW what can I say. I have had nothing but trouble finding a saddle to fit my very broad Friesian and not cause me terrible hip and groin pain. I ummed and ahhhed for quite a while then bought a DP baroque Buckeburger. I had never even seen a saddle like that so was skeptical. I bought it off Facebook (private seller second hand) so with no trial period. I can not believe what I have bought. It is AMAZING. I put it on him, and it fits him beautifully. It has an Allen key to adjust the gullet size. I lunged him for 10 minutes then got on. WOW I just kept sinking into it. It is soft and so deep and puts you in the perfect position. I rode for two hours and I have not been sore at all. My hips and groin both ok. I bought 6 saddles prior to this one and I have never ridden in anything like it. Totally 100% recommend these saddles. Stunning! Also Dianne from DP Saddlery Australia chased up the warranty for me. One very very happy camper here. Viv Brient.

Approximate cost: $5000

verified email - 14 Dec 2019

I live in the U.S. and spent the first 6 months of ownership of my mare searching for a saddle. I spoke with several saddle fitters, educated myself, worked with trainers, and finally settled on the DP Saddlery range. I began working with a dealer here in the states but was frustrated when the saddle they said would be perfect for me caused me a great deal of pelvic pain. I reached out to Di through her facebook page for advice and she not only gave me excellent advice (go with a wide twist) but she did this knowing she could not sell me a saddle! That showed me that she truly cares about you and your horse and not selling/profits. I did purchase a DP Saddle (Jerez SKL) that I love and is very comfortable for me and my horse.

Several months later and after following facebook posts (I have it set to show me every single post first), I inquired about the Mattes Fellsattel. I had been completely infatuated with that saddle way back when I was shopping for "the one" but there is no dealer here and Di (at that time) wasn't authorized to ship to the U.S. She was so patient with my never-ending questions. I ended up ordering exactly what I wanted and then began the wait. Note that I ordered this saddle knowing full well there would be no way for me to return it as I special ordered it. I wouldn't normally take such a risk, but after everything Di had done to help me with the DP saddle and all the wonderful advice and expertise she gave to me, I felt confident that I would be happy with the Fellsattel.

The day it arrived, I was thrilled. It was EXACTLY want I ordered, wanted and everything I'd hoped it would be. My mare goes even better in it than she does in the DP Jerez. Di did not exaggerate her love of the fellsattel.

In my opinion, Di is a wonderful horsewoman who does her very best to guide and assist in finding a great fit for you and your horse. My husband recently got a horse and if I could purchase a new DP saddle from her again, I would. Do not hesitate to contact her, she is absolutely fantastic!

Approximate cost: $2250

Gnaaaaw such an incredible review Stephanie. I am almost speechless! You have made my year! I so appreciate what you have said

verified email - 26 Sep 2019

Your customer service is the best. You can make magic happen and even with short notice. Andrew and I can't thank you enough xx

Approximate cost: $1600

verified email - 17 Apr 2019

Startrekk treeless Dressage Saddle.
Sits very nicely on the horse, doesn't block the shoulder, doesn’t slide/move during riding (I have a 17hh thoroughbred). Shows excellent spinal clearance (even with saddle cloth & sheepskin). My TB horse can move very freely. And.... it is a very very very comfortable seat, my legs have a good position. So overall quite happy with my choice !

Approximate cost: $3000

verified email - 21 Feb 2019

Wow, this saddle (DP Quantum Western Dressage Saddle) is very different, it actually fits a very broad Percheron Sport horse but is still really comfortable for me. First ride today took minutes to fit it to the horse and I rode for two hours. Due to the appropriately wide channel you sit much closer to the horse and I could feel all his muscles moving almost like a bareback pad. I'm sold it is a beautifully made saddle the best money I have ever spent on tack. Thanks so much!

Approximate cost: $3500

verified email - 22 Oct 2018

My very first EA Mattes saddle blanket was supposed to be a wonderful, exciting experience, and this process has turned into an absolute disaster.
I placed an order for my Mattes saddle blanket in May 2018. This saddle pad cost $351, which I believed would be well worth it because this would surely be the best saddle blanket ever made!
In July 2018 I was advised by DP Saddlery that the factory accidentally cancelled my order, and if I wanted to proceed it would take another 8 weeks until I received my blanket. So I agreed to wait and proceeded with the order.
Today is 22nd October 2018, and my very first EA Mattes saddle blanket has arrived. Unfortunately, the pad that arrived is NOT the pad I ordered. This has been the most frustrating and disappointing transaction and has turned what was supposed to be an exciting experience into nothing but a burden!

Approximate cost: $351

Oh my dear Lord! Shelley how is your order wrong? Please let me know how I can rectify this. I am devastated. I'm sorry that you felt that you could not contact me directly prior to leaving a negative review, to resolve the issue. As I am a one woman show and pride myself on good customer service I find this very upsetting. I understand the initial error on the part of my supplier however, of which is unfortunately completely out of my control and I do apologise for this again. Please do email with your concerns and I will do everything I can to rectify the situation. Best regards Di Pascoe.

verified email - 03 Oct 2018

Hi Dianne,
i was lucky enough to be able to go for two rides last weekend in my gorgeous Kuda Wade Flex Saddle, and its fabulous!! Doesn't even feel new, it is so comfy to ride in and my mare is very happy in it as well. She is normally a bit difficult to get into a canter, and she actually offered to canter and maintained it (which is amazing). I am really looking forward to riding in it again - it was soooo worth the wait! Many thanks for the great service!!
kind regards
Nony

Approximate cost: $4000

verified email - 07 Sep 2018

I love my Kuda saddle. From the moment It arrived, it was comfortable for my horses and me. It’s a beautifully made quality saddle. The Kuda rep here in SA was so helpful, taking the time to help me get it just right. Just love it!

Approximate cost: $3500

verified email - 07 Sep 2018

After having so many issues in trying to fit a saddle on my 14.3 hh rotund hippopotamus x Quarter Horse, I finally found a saddle that feels like riding a fluffy cloud (Christ Basic Plus Fur Saddle) which has given me the confidence to ride more on the trail in comfort for both me and Charlie.

Approximate cost: $539

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