Why It’s Best to Train Your Own Horse: ‘Riders Should Understand the Process’

The benefits of training your own horse are endless. As a young professional, I have…

Wrap It Right: A Polo Wrapping Tutorial, Presented by Wahl

Polo wraps are useful protective options for any horse’s legs. Particularly for flatwork (and not…

Don't Get Banned for Doping: FEI Human Drug Testing Rules Explained

The recent news of three FEI-level eventers testing positive for banned substances has rocked the…

How to Dress Your Horse: Hunters

“We need to talk about your flair.” So says the manager of the fictional restaurant…

Proper Care Before and After Your Ride, Presented by Wahl

Proper grooming practices may come as second nature to you, and it’s something that should…

“There Are No Bad Distances, There Are Difficult Distances”

Seeing a distance to a fence is a skill that never stops developing for riders.…

Should My Trainer Ride My Horse During a Lesson?

We’ve all been there before: You’re having an issue during your lesson, or your horse…

Eiren Crawford: What a Young Dressage Horse Should Be Doing

What should a young dressage prospect be working on in his three-, four-, and five-year-old…

Is Lunging Helpful or Harmful?

Renowned eventing groom and yard manager Jackie Potts has been around the block a few…

Heels Down Happy Hour Podcast Episode 17: Trainer Break Ups & Fake News

Heels Down Magazine presents the Heels Down Happy Hour podcast. There’s a whole lot of stuff…