Either buy, or make, a?little neoprene sleeve that fits over the buckles and protects the horse's hide.? I cut up an old worn out neoprene girth and made several.? You can buy them if you have time to do that before your ride.? Cashel makes a neoprene cinch ring protector that can be used on with western or english.? Mohair girths by Montana Chinca come with a protective neoprene sleeve behind the buckles.? Good luck.??
