Care

Wellness for riders, grooming articles, mental health.

Finally! Amateur-Owner Jumpers Can Now Expect Consistent Course Heights

Amateur-Owner jumper riders can breathe a sigh of relief. Thanks to the Amateur Rider Association…

Have Time but No Dime? How to Land a Catch Riding Job

This article was originally published in the November 2016 issue of Heels Down Magazine. Get more access to…

The Tail Debate: To Brush or Not to Brush?

There are two types of riders: the ones that brush their horse’s tail every day,…

Use a Chain Shank Properly

This might seem like an insignificant detail, but using a chain shank properly is an…

Get Your Lead Changes Back on Track

The quality of the flying change very much depends on the quality of canter. If…

Inside the Horse's Mind: Teaching Relaxation

Whether your horse is nervous all the time or only reactive away from home, it’s…

How to Put Ear Plugs in a Sensitive Horse, Presented by Wahl

Ear plugs can be a great tool for schooling a horse that is spooky or…

Inside the Horse's Mind: Does Your Horse Need You to Be the Boss?

If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it a thousand times. “You need to show…

Get Your Horse’s Topline Back on Track

Have you ever seen one of those horses that has a neck that looks like…

Negotiate Like a Professional

Each month Heels Down Magazine sets out to enlighten, empower, and inspire the next generation of equestrians. From gritty interviews…