
The Horse Collar
The horse collar is a protective equipment worn around a horse’s neck, designed to improve its pulling power during work, such as plowing or carriage riding. Unlike previous harnesses that compressed the horse’s throat, the collar distributes the load around the shoulders and neck, enabling the animal to exert more strength comfortably. This device enhances efficiency, allowing horses to pull heavier loads with less strain. Its invention was a significant advancement in harness technology, improving both the safety and productivity of horse-powered labor.