AMA: What’s the Difference Between a Hunter and Dressage Shadbelly?

What’s the difference between a hunter and dressage shadbelly? And why do riders wear them? …

Product Review: Thia-Cal By Finish Line Horse Products

Looking for a way to help your horse stay calm and focused during riding work?…

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AMA: I’m Going To Florida For The Winter. What Is The Right Way To Handle My Barn At Home?

I’m taking my horse to Florida for a couple of months for the winter show…

AMA: Is The Notion Of “Heels Down” For Rider Safety Only?

I understand the notion of ‘heels down’ for rider safety reasons. But is there anything else…

AMA: Why Is Core Strength Important For Horses?

I’m seeing a lot of riding exercises to build “core strength” in horses lately. Why…

Heels Down Happy Hour Podcast Episode 132: Get Your Head Right

It’s January, and horse sport is in full swing. Whether or not you’re in sunny…

AMA: How Should I Correct My Horse’s Mistakes?

I’m unsure how to correct behavior or a misstep in my green horse’s training. What…

What You Need To Know About The Horse Protection Act

Maybe you’ve heard of the Horse Protection Act, or maybe you haven’t. It’s an American…

AMA: How Do I Know If I’m Rushing My Horse’s Training?

I’m bringing along a green horse and my friend is encouraging me to enter him in his…

An Unpopular Wishlist For The Horse World In 2025

2024 was a year of rebuilding for me personally. I sold my only sound horse…