7 Signs You Should Leave Your Barn

It isn’t always easy to find a barn that fits all of your needs. Oftentimes,…

Helmet Fitting 101: How To Find The Perfect Size

Buying a helmet is easy. Just order it online and voilà. Except, not. Aside from…

Tiny Tick, Big Problem: The Mystery of Lyme Disease

Lyme disease is an increasingly common diagnosis in horses, but what’s really known about this…

How to Make Your Dog Welcome at (Almost) Any Barn

Horse people love their dogs, but I’m seeing more and more barns with “no dogs…

The Punishing Life of a Show Groom

By Erin Gilmore I spent the longest night of my life huddled in a parking…

Are You Using The Wrong Bit On Your Horse?

By Liv Gude of Professional Equine Grooms, special contributor Is your bit wrong for your…

Heels Down Happy Hour Podcast 64: Barn Ownership Expectations vs. Reality

Every horse girl dreams of owning their own farm one day. But are they really…

The 5 Belts Every Rider Needs In Their Wardrobe

I don’t know about you, but I feel naked when I forget to run a…

Treating The Suspensory Injury: What You Need To Know

A suspensory injury. It’s three simple words when strewn together by a veterinarian can feel…

How To Stabilize Your Lower Leg With 4 Easy Exercises

Leg strength is paramount when it comes to horseback riding. Whether you’re jumping or just…