2018-06-01 13:00
Imagine my surprise that I’m attending a 300-mile endurance horse race in the Gobi Desert, Mongolia! You read that correctly. The Gobi Desert Cup is being held August 22-31st in… Read More
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Bridle and Bone is the equestrian and canine lifestyle and holistic wellness blog from Heather Wallace, Co-owner of Bridle and Bone Wellness LLC. Heather Wallace is a certified Equine Sports Massage Therapist (ESMT), Canine Massage Therapist (CCMT), Aromatherapist and all around animal lover.
2018-05-29 13:00
Isn’t it funny how one day we have a “bad ride” and the next you are glowing because everything was perfect? Equestrian sports are a team effort. Yes, I can always tell whe… Read More
2018-05-21 13:00
My dogs are currently wanted by the authorities for crimes against humanity involving their digestive issues: eating feces, diarrhea, and anal glad leakage are their biggest violations. Each… Read More
2018-05-14 11:27
Compete Better! Are the rider that is completely fine riding at home? You ace your dressage test, and jump 1.20m without blinking. Those half-passes are perfect and you always see the distan… Read More
2018-05-11 13:00
Do you want more dog-friendly neighborhoods near you? So does, Beth Miller, the founder of Wagtown, a movement based in Dayton, Ohio to raise awareness, create pet-friendly legistlati… Read More
2018-05-07 13:00
I decided recently to challenge myself by attempting a schooling show at my barn this spring. Most of you may wonder, why the big deal? For me, horse shows are a source of panic. It s… Read More
2018-04-30 13:00
The Social Media and Pet Blogging Conference Went to the Dogs (and Cats, Horses…) Recently I attended my second BlogPaws pet blogging and social media conference in Kansas City… Read More
2018-04-27 13:00
Most of you will have faced some riding demons at one stage in your riding career. If you haven’t, I’m sure you will face one or two in the years to come. Almost a year on from a… Read More
2018-04-25 13:00
I had the honor of meeting young adult author MJ Evans at the Equus Film Festival. We very quickly hit it off and she quickly became one of my favorite people ever. I&rsquo&hell…Read More
2018-04-23 13:00
No matter your riding discipline there a few major tenets of riding that every equestrian should follow, namely: keep your horse straight, balanced, and using impulsion from the hind end. &n&hell…Read More
2018-04-20 13:00
At the start of 2018, I’d had enough of avoiding dressage like the plague. I’d tried to kid myself for some time that if I preferred jumping, that I didn’t need dressage an… Read More
2018-04-16 13:00
I’m in love with the new Kerrits Power Sculpt Breech. One of my favorite brands to wear, this is a perfect marriage between a riding breech and stylish support. When I’m comforta… Read More
2018-04-13 13:00
Confession: I’ve been missing in action from the barn for a good reason. Ferrous has been mine for three full months and sometimes I feel like I’m failing at being a horse owner… Read More
2018-04-09 13:00
Do you have a horse prone to injury? KeriCure, Inc. Champion Seal is an easy to apply, and organic liquid bandage that keeps wounds clean while your horse recovers. *This is a sponsored post… Read More
2018-04-06 13:00
After my post the other week where my cob Aladdin and I successfully jumped a 90cm fence I started wondering how on earth did we do it after being stuck at 50cm for so long. What gave us the… Read More
2018-04-02 13:00
What is holistic wellness and why should it be widely available to all? The term is rather straightforward. Holistic meaning treating the “whole” body. Holistic veterinarians and… Read More
2018-03-30 13:00
My dog Gonzo injured himself again. Recently he presented with a significant limp in his right hind. He will occasionally overdo it and strain a muscle. Last July, he pulled both hips out of… Read More
2018-03-26 13:00
One of the major physical conditions that affects horses is laminitis.It is believed that the diet of a horse has a lot to do with it. But you can provide pain relief naturally with t… Read More
2018-03-23 12:00
Best Beyond Paws Pet Blog Finalists 2018 Do I have your attention? Good. The BlogPaws social media and pet blogging network is a network of pet bloggers around the world who dedicate their l… Read More
2018-03-19 13:00
Confession: My biggest problem is not trusting myself or my horse. I need to trust my horse more. I’m a work in progress. I’m hyper organized, ambitious, and I know what I… Read More
2018-03-16 13:00
When you buy a new horse, you book the obligatory equestrian photoshoot to capture your new relationship. As a photographer myself, I am more comfortable behind the lens, so I was a little a… Read More
2018-03-12 13:00
Bold, Timid, or a Little of Both? Who doesn’t love a good horse quiz? I know what type of horse rider I am, regardless. But it was so much fun to put together. And a great way f… Read More
2018-03-05 14:00
Enter the half pad debate. I never loved my sheepskin half pad, and thought it bulged weirdly on my pony’s back. Nor did I feel that it created any real cushion. So I debated between g… Read More
2018-03-02 14:00
I’ll happily admit I’m an optimist. Ever the glass half full type of girl I find it hard watching the news or reading about the darker side of life. That’s not to say I hav… Read More
2018-02-26 12:00
Confession time: I have a new horse that I want to trust and respect me. How do I build a bond? We bought a pony! So now what? Just kidding. I’ve been dreaming of this fo… Read More
2018-02-23 14:00
Being a pet owner is full of fun and loving moments but it can also bring a lot of responsibility. One thing that pet owners must do is keep an eye on their dog’s health. Dogs can get… Read More
2018-02-19 14:00
Confession: Barn time is real and it sucks me in constantly. Those people who don’t spend time with horses may wonder, what in the world is barn time? Equestrians understand. Ba… Read More
2018-02-16 13:00
Welcome to the first installment of the vlog series, Vet Chat. My friend and colleague, integrative veterinarian, Dr. Kendra Pope was gracious to take time out of her busy schedule an… Read More
2018-02-12 14:00
Confession: Sometimes you get exactly what you want even if it was too much to hope for. How many of you equestrians have seen ads looking for a unicorn? The quintessential per… Read More
2018-02-08 14:56
Tea Tree Oil: A Natural Antiseptic and Insect Repellent Most of you interested in aromatherapy or holistic health will have heard of tea tree oil, or melaleuca. It can be found in nat… Read More
2018-02-05 14:00
Alternative therapies have a multitude of health benefits, especially sports massage which we use in our practice with horses and dogs. But sometimes prospective clients remain unconvinced… Read More
2018-02-02 14:00
As our dogs age their metabolism slows and they can become increasingly heavier. Obesity in dogs causes unnecessary pressure on their joints, vertebrae, and contributes to additional health… Read More
2018-01-28 12:00
It’s time to stop looking backward and concentrate on the year to come. After all, 2017 was the first full year of publication for Bridle & Bone. Even without setting goals I accom… Read More
2018-01-26 14:00
This April pet bloggers from around the world will be attending the BlogPaws 10th Anniversary Conference in Kansas City, Missouri. My father and his family grew up in northeastern Kansas and… Read More
2018-01-22 14:00
As part of Haynet’s equestrian and country blogger community, I joined their 5 question Vlog Challenge. As you may know, video is one of my goals for the coming year. So what better wa… Read More
2018-01-19 14:00
It is just the unfortunate reality of a dog owner that at one time or another you’re going to have to combat the outbreak of a flea infestation. The good news is there are a number of… Read More
2018-01-15 14:00
It’s true! After years of begging, pleading, and crying I am buying a horse. Those of you who have been following my Confessions of a Timid Rider series, you know that horse own… Read More
2018-01-12 14:00
Lavender, The Best Essential Oil for Beginners In my first Essential Oil Element series on Bridle & Bone, I am focusing on lavender. Widely considered to be the most popular of all essen… Read More
2018-01-10 14:00
Confession of a Timid Rider: I’m embarrassed to admit that I feel like I’ve taken a step backward in my riding. In August I had a bad fall off Delight. It resulted… Read More
2018-01-08 12:30
Now that 2017 has come to a close, it’s time to look forward to 2018 and what I would like to do with Bridle & Bone. By happy accident, I encountered the 2018 Pet Blogger Ch… Read More
2018-01-05 14:00
Many of us are increasingly turning to natural approaches for pet health. In our practice we see many animals as a result of pain from arthritis or cancer and as such clients are ofte… Read More
2018-01-02 14:00
It’s no secret that owning a horse is expensive. The question I pose is this? What is the most basic of care your horse should receive to be it’s healthiest? Do you consider spor… Read More
2017-12-29 14:00
As dog-parents, the word cancer is perhaps, one which we dread the most. We love our fur babies and want them to have a long and healthy life. Unfortunately, the risk of cancer in dogs has i… Read More
2017-12-24 10:00
I feel nostalgic as December comes to a close. So ends my first full year as an equestrian and canine blogger, and with it my “newbie” status. This is my contribution to t… Read More
2017-12-22 14:00
Bridle & Bone began as a way to address the natural health and wellness for horses and dogs we see in our practice at Bridle & Bone Wellness. Our bodies, and those of our animals, re… Read More
2017-12-18 14:00
Stall rest is not something equestrians ever want for their horse. Horses do best, physically and emotionally, when constantly moving. So the prospect of weeks or even months in a 12×1… Read More
2017-12-15 14:00
Nothing is more important that nutrition. The vitamins and minerals our horses receive provide a foundation for their health and soundness. We are all searching for the best grain, the best… Read More
2017-12-11 14:00
In honor of celebrating one glorious year of Bridle & Bone, I reviewed what the most popular equestrian posts were for the last 12 months. It’s been an honor to share my exp… Read More
2017-12-08 14:00
“The Essential Oil Element” is a new series on Bridle & Bone. There is a lot of interest globally regarding the use of natural therapies for all manner of species- human, hor… Read More
2017-12-04 14:00
Guess what? For the first time I get to do a Top 10 Posts! Today is the 1st anniversary of Bridle & Bone! It’s been an amazing year, and really there is nothing that I can complain… Read More
2017-12-01 14:00
Hello my friends! I have some exciting news to share. I’ve just launched by author website, Heather Wallace, Author. Equestrian. Entrepreneur. Ta da! I don’t want to distr… Read More
2017-11-27 12:30
Confession time: I am ambitious in life. Ambition. It’s a tricky word. I consider myself extremely ambitious but only with certain aspects of my life, like my business and my writing… Read More
2017-11-24 14:00
Rather than a traditional holiday gift guide, I’m giving insight into what I’d like to receive most as a horse lover and rider. I’m not one for celebrating Christmas in Jul… Read More
2017-11-20 14:00
The weekend began rainy an cold, but it didn’t stop equestrians worldwide from converging on Midtown New York City for the 2017 Equus Film Festival. This was the first year in the new… Read More
2017-11-17 14:00
As most equestrians know, the horse world is an incredibly small community. Barn owners, staff, and riders all see each other at horse shows, tack stores, sell horses amongst each other, and… Read More
2017-11-13 14:00
Looking back on the last year is making me feel inspired and incredibly grateful. This time last year I had a new business, no blog, and a chance encounter with a horse trainer from Canada… Read More
2017-11-10 14:00
We all love galloping round a field, and letting our horses stretch their legs in plush green fields. However, every now and again, we’ve got to leave those fields behind and head out… Read More
2017-11-06 14:00
Aren’t There Enough Riding Disciplines in the World? Perhaps. Have you ever felt that you didn’t quite fit in to your riding discipline? Maybe it’s just me. Ei… Read More
2017-11-03 13:00
The potential benefits of being a dog owner are possibly endless. Every study on health benefits of owning a dog usually tends to point toward improved heart health. In fact, it is apparent… Read More
2017-11-01 13:00
Horses are unbelievably amazing animals. But they are instinctive and sometimes prone to spooking. Sometimes at the silliest things. What makes your horse go hmmm? Last night as I was… Read More
2017-10-29 16:30
‘Tis the most wonderful time of the year. No, not Christmas. In fact another season entirely, autumn! What can be better than horses and fall? A horsey Halloween! For this month’… Read More
2017-10-27 13:00
I don’t want to rant. Nope, not gonna do it. But in the spirit of Halloween I want to address a scary problem for blogger’s everywhere. Copyright infringement. I am a professiona… Read More
2017-10-25 13:00
The hard truth is sometimes we don’t get what we want, or what we think we deserve. This weekend my daughter had a horse show at the Horse Park of New Jersey, competing against a numbe… Read More
2017-10-23 13:00
Dear Friends, October is Horse Appreciation Month (or it should be) *These photos are old and have withstood many years and low image resolution. Apologies in advance! I have learned so… Read More
2017-10-20 13:00
Autumn is finally here and instead of heading to the barn I was very excited to visit The French Market in Rumson, New Jersey to meet fellow equestrian and small business owner, Melissa Wood… Read More
2017-10-18 13:00
Nothing says an amazing birthday gift than a subscription box from Saddle Box! This month I turned 40, and I was very excited to receive this beautiful blue box in the mail just a week or so… Read More
2017-10-16 13:00
Susan Friedland-Smith may not be aware (yet) but she has been a bit of a mentor to me as an equestrian writer and blogger. I fell in love first with her Instagram and there a was a lo… Read More
2017-10-11 13:00
Confession of a Timid Rider: Delight and I are out of sync since my injury. Hmmm. I know I only took about three weeks off riding but boy did I backslide. I never realized just how much my p… Read More
2017-10-09 13:00
Last night I had trouble sleeping. I had so many thoughts running through my brain. The focus of my thoughts was, unsurprisingly, horses and how to best keep them calm. Yes, I realize the ir… Read More
2017-10-06 13:00
Collars, Harnesses, Chains, or Prongs- What is the Best Solution for your Pet’s Health? Pet supply stores carry a wide range of walking aids for dogs. Often I receive questions fr… Read More
2017-10-04 13:00
Confessions of a Timid Rider: I Became a “Horse Show Mom” My youngest daughters, age 6, had their first horse show. They’ve been riding horses for three months, and… Read More
2017-10-03 19:58
The first thing you should know is that holistic veterinarians are licensed veterinarians. These doctors went to veterinary school… Source: Published originally in Good Do… Read More
2017-10-02 13:00
There has been a growing movement in the UK to raise awareness for rider safety with motorists. How often have you ridden on trails, woods, or roads and asked a car, cyclist, or runne… Read More
2017-09-29 12:00
What do you do to raise money for families fighting pet cancer? Why, strut your mutt of course! I am on the board of The Brodie Fund, a non-profit organization that funds grant… Read More
2017-09-27 12:50
Alta Mira Horsemanship is focused on inspiring a kind connection between horse and rider, and a must read blog for equestrians of all disciplines. As part of the Equestrian Bloggers F… Read More
2017-09-27 12:50
How do we keep our canine friends safe from injury at the dog park?
The post Top 5 Ways to Prevent Dog Park Injury appeared first on Bridle and Bone Wellness Read More
2017-09-24 11:00
I remember it clearly. The two-sided push from both my client and my business partner while chatting during a massage session on day last fall that created the origins of an equestrian write… Read More
2017-09-22 13:00
What is Remember Me Thursday? At the BlogPaws Conference this past May, I had the fortune to meet and spend time with a representative of the Helen Woodward Animal Center, who spearheads the… Read More
2017-09-20 13:00
Just like us, every animal has different triggers for stress and anxiety. They are compassionate, loving, loyal and deeply attached to their human families. It makes perfect sense that a sud… Read More
2017-09-18 13:00
Confession of a Timid Rider: It’s not easy coming back from a bad fall. Who could blame me for being rigid in the saddle after three weeks bed rest due to severely bruised… Read More
2017-09-15 13:00
I recently had a bad fall from a very large horse. I bruised many ribs but thankfully fell in such a way that I avoided breaking anything. My helmet was largely untouched except for the dirt… Read More
2017-09-13 13:00
Put your spurs on and get excited because equestrian author, Carly Kade, was lovely enough to do an interview with me for Bridle & Bone. You may have heard of Carly, who is the award-win… Read More
2017-09-11 13:00
Confessions of a Timid Rider: I Am Jealous of My Friends with Horses Friends, I’ll be honest with you. I believe I’m a nice person. I try my best to help others and be a g… Read More
2017-09-08 13:00
There are a number of natural therapies to provide pain relief and improve mobility for your dog. As our pets age, arthritis and stiffness can become a serious health concern. … Read More
2017-09-06 13:00
Introduction by Amy Hempe Blogger of The Rufus Files and Returning Adult Equestrian I first met Dana Dapolito online after I had published an essay examining my own riding anxiety. After she… Read More
2017-09-04 13:00
Come Out Come Out Wherever You Are…… I’ll be the first to admit that I have a problem. Namely that I have many breeches and riding tights in my closet. And don’t ha… Read More
2017-09-01 13:00
Not If It’s NomNomNow During the 2017 BlogPaws conference in Myrtle Beach, I had the luck to discover NomNomNow, fresh food for dogs that is delivered to your home. Like most pet… Read More
2017-08-30 11:48
My Name is Heather and I Have a Confession I Let Fear Take Over I’m a returning adult rider that has been back in the saddle about 8 years now. I rode for several years as a chi… Read More
2017-08-28 13:00
Did you know that there are monthly subscription boxes for children? Meet The Painted Pony Package, started in 2017, which Cameron received as a gift. What is a Subscription Box? Subs… Read More
2017-08-25 13:00
There is a supplement that keeps popping up in my feed, chats, and conversations. Read on to learn about the superfood taking the pet world by storm- green shell mussels. This all-nat… Read More
2017-08-23 13:00
I started blogging as a way to inform others of the benefits of holistic wellness for our animals, both horse and dog. In my practice at Bridle & Bone Wellness LLC, I see f… Read More
2017-08-21 13:00
Equestrian Bloggers have only become a popular phenomenon in the last year or so. Lately, many riders with a gift for pen and paper (so to speak) have not only begun to chronicle their… Read More
2017-08-18 13:00
Confessions of a Timid Rider: I fell off Delight for the first time. Ouch. Big horses result in big falls. I forget how big Delight is until something reminds me. … Read More
2017-08-16 13:00
Cornelia Dorr is a rising star in the eventing world. At 19 years old, she has a strong work ethic and a passion for her horses. I had the pleasure of attending and photographing this year&r&hell…Read More
2017-08-14 13:00
Confessions of a Timid Rider: Some days I’m not Motivated to Ride Horses are my passion, but I tend to doubt my skill and often question myself. I don’t think I’m al… Read More
2017-08-11 13:00
By Dr. Michelle Morges and Dr. Kendra Pope I was hesitant about acupuncture at first. As a veterinary oncologist I have seen the benefits of acupuncture. It was a goal of… Read More
2017-08-09 13:00
Blogging has taken on a life of its own. While it started as a way to journal online, it has transformed into a way to market brands or products; or publicize important news. Ever heard of t… Read More
2017-08-07 13:00
It’s confession time. My name is Heather and I have a problem. I’m obsessed with horses. My husband likes to point out all the perils of owning a horse. What if they get hur… Read More
2017-08-04 13:00
Like most pet owners, I want the best for my dogs. I want them to be healthy and happy. Of course, while there are some amazing benefits to a raw diet, this is not something I… Read More
2017-07-31 13:00
Monmouth County, New Jersey is horse country. We have a rich history of equestrian sports, the most notable of which is horse racing. Whether you support thoroughbred racing or not, it&rsquo&hell…Read More
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