The Bitten Bit Warmer
The Bitten is a wonderful product that uses readily available heat packs to warm a cold bridle bit…at less than $20 (before shipping), every horse can enjoy a warm bit!
About Our Company
Nestled along the Front Range of the Rockies in beautiful Boulder, Colorado; The Bitten Store has been in business for over 15 years. We've developed various products in the toy, sporting goods, & pet care markets. Lori and her horse named "Keeper" were the pair that first thought of the idea of the Bitten. She was frustrated with the inability to warm Keeper's bit before putting it in his mouth during those cold winter months. She came to us for help in developing a solution. And we're happy to be able to offer you the wonderful Bitten!
The Bitten
The Bitten is a wonderful product that uses readily available heat packs to warm a cold bridle bit. All you do is simply activate an internal heat pack, wrap the Bitten around the bridle bit, and by the time you've finished saddling your horse the Bitten has finished warming the bit - and it's pleasantly warm & ready to use! No electricity or other clumsy fuel source is required. You know; horse trainers agree that an ice cold bit can make your horse bit-shy or might even injure your horse. That's no longer a worry. Your life is easier and your horse is happier. What could be better on a cold winter's day!
Does The Bitten Come In Various Colors?
Absolutely, we have a wide variety of colors , which makes The Bitten not only useful, but fashionable as well!
Can The Bitten Only Be Used As A Bit Warmer?
Absolutely not! The Bitten has many other wonderful qualities in addition to warming a bridle bit. You can use it as a hand and body warmer after it has finished warming your horse's bit. Just slip it in your coat and it keeps you warm for your entire ride. It can also be used to protect a bit against nicks, dirt and the heat of the sun - a hot bit can be just as harmful to your horse's mouth as a frozen bit can be.
What About If I Need A New Heat Pack For My Bitten, Can I Order That Through Your Company?
You Bet! We have Reusable Heat Packs and Disposable Heat Packs at very reasonable prices for you to select from right here at our store.Both types of packs are very affordable and we recommend you have a few of both on hand.
Does Your Company Offer A Guarantee on The Bitten?
Of course! Our Guarantee is Two Fold with a 90-Day Initial Purchase Satisfaction or Your Money Back as well as a Lifetime Warranty Against Defects.
Does The Bitten Store Only Sell Bit Warmers?
No! We have a full line of products! Stirrup Covers, Treats, Bit Wipes, Gloves, Horse Cookies, Horse Mugs, Wind Spinners and so much more. You just have to check it out!
What Do Horse Owners Say About The Bitten?
"What a great product!" - Kyle and Chance (New York)
"My horse and I would just like to thank you for the Bitten Bit Warmer. I used to microwave water to warm my bits or use a hair dryer. What a pain. I keep my bit warmer in my truck and when I arrive at the barn I pop it on my bit and when it comes time to use my bit it is toasty warm. Thank you for making a product that helps make winter a little easier to bear!! Very nice. Quality workmanship." - Cindy (Arizona)
Order Your Bitten Warmer Today!
If you're sick of having to deal with cold bits and riding in the cold yourself, then you need to purchase The Bitten! Quality and affordability were at the forefront when designing this product as well as making it multi-use so the rider can be comfortable too! So what are you waiting for? Order Today!
What exactly is The Bitten Bit Warmer?
The Bitten is a compact, pocketed sleeve that wraps a cold bridle bit and brings it up to a comfortable temperature before you ask your horse to take it. It holds two inner mesh pockets sized to accept ordinary hand warmers, so the metal of the bit gently absorbs that heat while it hangs in the barn aisle or by the cross-ties. At less than $20 before shipping, it is one of the most affordable cold-weather fixes a rider can keep in a tack trunk, and it works with snaffles, curbs, and most every bit shape you are likely to bridle with.
Who makes The Bitten, and where?The Bitten Bit Warmer comes from The Bitten Store, a small maker nestled along the Front Range of the Rockies in Boulder, Colorado. The company has been in business for more than 15 years and has developed several practical horse products over that time, with The Bitten as its signature item. That long Colorado track record matters for a winter product: the people designing it ride and handle horses in exactly the kind of cold mornings the warmer is built for.
How does the two-pocket heating system work?
The warmer carries two inner mesh pockets that hold a single-use or reusable hand warmer against the bit. You can drop in any standard glove-warmer pack from any store, or step up to reusable warmers that you "reset" simply by submerging them in hot water once you are in for the night. Wrap the bit a few minutes before you catch your horse, and by the time you are ready to bridle, the steel or copper has shed its bone-chilling edge and sits closer to body temperature.
Why does a warm bit matter for your horse?
A frozen bit is more than an inconvenience. Cold metal can trigger negative associations and resistance to bridling, and over time it can contribute to tissue irritation and desensitization of the mouth, making a horse less responsive and more numb to your cues. Warming the bit to roughly body temperature before you present it is the simplest, gentlest way to keep bridling a calm, willing moment all winter long, which protects both your horse's mouth and your training.
Two tools in one: warm bit, then warm rider.Once the bit is bridled and warm, The Bitten does not just go back in the trunk. A provided strap lets you wear the warmer around your neck, or you can tuck it inside your coat, so the same heat pack that thawed the bit now keeps you warm in the saddle. It is a genuinely two-purpose design that earns its keep on the coldest schooling days, lesson nights, and trail rides.
How to get one for your barn.The Bitten is priced at less than $20 before shipping, which puts a warm bit within reach of every horse in the barn rather than just one. Reach out to The Bitten Store of Boulder, Colorado to order, and stock a few extra disposable or reusable hand-warmer packs so you are never caught without heat on a frosty morning. It makes an easy, useful gift for any rider who bridles up through the winter months.
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The Solution Section (FAQ)
What is The Bitten Bit Warmer?
Per The Bitten Store: The Bitten is a product that uses readily available heat packs to warm a cold bridle bit. Per the company: at less than $20 (before shipping), every horse can enjoy a warm bit. Per the company: simply activate an internal heat pack, wrap The Bitten around the bridle bit, and by the time you've finished saddling your horse the bit is pleasantly warm and ready to use. No electricity or other clumsy fuel source is required.
Who is behind The Bitten Store?
Per The Bitten Store: the company is nestled along the Front Range of the Rockies in Boulder, Colorado and has been in business for over 15 years. Per the company: they have developed products in the toy, sporting goods, and pet care markets. Per the company: Lori and her horse "Keeper" first came up with the idea of The Bitten — Lori was frustrated with not being able to warm Keeper's bit before putting it in his mouth during cold winter months, and brought the problem to the company for a solution.
Why does bit temperature matter?
Per The Bitten Store: horse trainers agree that an ice cold bit can make your horse bit-shy or might even injure your horse. Per the company: a hot bit (heated by sun) can be just as harmful to a horse's mouth as a frozen bit. Per the company: The Bitten can also be used to protect a bit against nicks, dirt, and the heat of the sun.
Does The Bitten do anything besides warm bits?
Per The Bitten Store: yes — once it has finished warming the bit, you can slip it into your coat as a hand and body warmer for the entire ride. Per the company: it also comes in a wide variety of colors, making it both useful and fashionable.
What if I need replacement heat packs?
Per The Bitten Store: both Reusable Heat Packs and Disposable Heat Packs are available through the store at reasonable prices. Per the company: it is recommended to keep a few of both on hand.
What guarantee does The Bitten Store offer?
Per The Bitten Store: the guarantee is two-fold — a 90-Day Initial Purchase Satisfaction or Your Money Back, plus a Lifetime Warranty Against Defects.
What else does The Bitten Store sell?
Per The Bitten Store: the catalog includes Stirrup Covers, Treats, Bit Wipes, Gloves, Horse Cookies, Horse Mugs, Wind Spinners, and more.
How do I order?
Per The Bitten Store: Phone 1-888-661-9091 or 303-926-1316, email [email protected], website http://www.bittenstore.com. Address: P.O. Box 18413, Boulder, Colorado 80308. Per the company: pricing on The Bitten is under $20 before shipping; pricing as quoted is subject to change due to economic factors.
Who makes The Bitten Bit Warmer?
It is made by The Bitten Store, a small company nestled along the Front Range of the Rockies in beautiful Boulder, Colorado. The Bitten Store has been in business for more than 15 years and has developed several practical horse products in that time. The Bitten is its best-known item.
How much does The Bitten cost?
The Bitten is priced at less than $20 before shipping. The makers point out that at that price, every horse in the barn can enjoy a warm bit rather than sharing a single warmer. You will also want a supply of hand-warmer packs, which are inexpensive and sold at most stores.
How does The Bitten warm the bit?
The warmer has two inner mesh pockets that hold a hand warmer directly against the bit. The heat from the pack transfers into the metal over several minutes, taking the cold edge off the bit. You wrap the bit before catching your horse, and it is warm by the time you bridle.
What kind of hand warmers does it use?
It takes any standard single-use glove or hand warmer pack from any store. Better still, you can use reusable warmers that you reset by submerging them in hot water when you come in for the night, so you are not buying disposables all season. Both types slip into the two inner mesh pockets.
Why does a cold bit matter to my horse?
Cold bits have been shown to trigger negative associations and resistance to bridling. Over time, a frozen bit can also contribute to tissue irritation and desensitization of the mouth, making a horse less responsive and more numb to cues. Warming the bit to body temperature before bridling is the simplest way to avoid these problems.
Can I use The Bitten with any bit?
Yes. The Bitten is designed to wrap most bit shapes and types, from snaffles to curbs. Because it works by holding a warmer against the metal rather than fitting a specific mouthpiece, it conforms to the bits most riders use. Check that your hand-warmer packs sit fully inside the mesh pockets for the best contact.
Can I wear The Bitten myself?
Yes, that is part of the design. After the bit is warm and bridled, you can wear The Bitten around your neck using the provided strap, or tuck it inside your coat to keep yourself warm while riding. The same heat pack that thawed your bit then warms you, which makes it a two-in-one tool on cold days.
How long does it take to warm a bit?
In practice you wrap the bit a few minutes before you go catch your horse, and it is at a comfortable temperature by the time you are ready to bridle. Exact timing depends on the heat pack you use and how cold it is outside, so plan to put the warmer on early during the coldest mornings. Activating disposable warmers a minute before inserting them helps them reach full heat.
Is The Bitten reusable?
Yes. The Bitten sleeve itself is reused all season; only the heat source is replaced or recharged. If you choose reusable hand warmers, you reset them in hot water each night, so the entire system can be used over and over with no disposables. This is part of what makes it such an economical winter product.
Where is The Bitten Store located?
The Bitten Store is based along the Front Range of the Rockies in Boulder, Colorado. Operating in a genuinely cold-weather riding region for over 15 years, the company designs products with real winter horse care in mind. You can contact them directly to order The Bitten.
Is The Bitten a good gift for a horse owner?
It is an ideal small gift for any rider who bridles through the winter. It is useful, inexpensive at under $20 before shipping, and solves a problem nearly every cold-climate equestrian faces. Pairing it with a box of hand-warmer packs makes a complete, thoughtful present.
Does The Bitten come with hand warmers included?
The warmer is built to use readily available heat packs that you supply, which keeps the price low and lets you choose single-use or reusable warmers. Standard glove warmers are sold inexpensively at most stores. Keeping a stock of packs on hand means you are never caught without heat on a frosty morning.
Can I leave The Bitten on the bit while it warms unattended?
Yes, the typical routine is to wrap the bit and let it sit while you halter and bring in your horse. Because the two mesh pockets hold the warmers securely against the bit, you can leave it hanging by the cross-ties or in the aisle and come back to a warm bit. Just bring it inside out of moisture when not in use.
Will The Bitten help a horse that resists bridling in winter?
It can. A horse that flinches, raises its head, or refuses the bit in cold weather is often reacting to the shock of frozen metal. By presenting a bit that is close to body temperature, The Bitten removes that unpleasant trigger and helps keep bridling calm and willing. Over a season, that consistency supports better behavior at the bridle.
How do I order The Bitten Bit Warmer?
Contact The Bitten Store of Boulder, Colorado to place an order for The Bitten at less than $20 before shipping. Because it is so affordable, many barns buy several so every horse has a warm bit. Stock up on disposable or reusable hand-warmer packs at the same time so you are ready for the first cold morning.
