Heels Down Book Club: Reviewing M. Garzon's "Blaze of Glory"

There was a point in time when I would only read horse books discreetly, in…

A Girl, A Horse, and a Neck Strap – Bridleless at the Washington International Horse Show

When the lean, dark Dutch Warmblood gelding entered the indoor arena at the Washington International…

Spicer's Corner: I Need Professional Help

I want to tell you a story about a British dressage rider called Steph Croxford.…

My Vet Told Me Not To Vaccinate My Horse. Wait, What?

My horse breathed a long and heavy sigh as we waited in the the air…

How to Create the Best Horse Sales Ad Ever

Spend any amount of time browsing the web for a horse and you’ll no doubt…

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Liverpool Fears Be Gone: How To Train Your Horse To Jump Water Properly

The dreaded liverpool. A liverpool is a water-type jump where a small (sometimes inflatable, sometimes…

Killer Instinct: How Competitive Are You?

For some, horses are a relief from the stresses of work and school. Others would…

I'm Going Rogue: Saying Bye-Bye to 'Conventional' Riding (For Now)

Is it just me, or is galloping across a field like, really fun? Or riding…

Is Horsemanship Dead?

Opening eyes refers to the process of learning what you don’t know. It can be…

Dressage: Nail the Test with Crisp Transitions

Transitions are paramount to training any horse, especially dressage horses. Teaching balance, increasing suppleness, and…