They are nothing else. Every horse should have his own halter correctly sized and adjusted to fit.
Halters come in many styles and in many materials of varying quality.
Every horseperson should know the advantages and disadvantages of different kinds, how to adjust them and how to use them. Types of halters Some horses are delivered to the new owner in shipping halters. A shipping halter is inexpensive and adequate for temporary use but is completely unsatisfactory for use as a permanent halter. The halter is also difficult to keep in place on the horse's head and is almost impossible to keep clean. Rope halters made of braided cotton are very popular.