Hills Equine Saddle Mapping Tool

08/06/2025

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11/05/2025

There have been times I’ve been called out to do a saddle fitting and have informed the owner the horse needs rehab first before a saddle purchase, and we talk about the why’s. I think most times the owner takes that to heart and we go through the rehab process with many questions asked and many questions answered. And there have been a couple times the client goes silent. No followup text messages - no followup visits. No belief that something is not right with their horse. Those are the ones that will break me, if I don’t advocate for that horse - who will?

***Wise words by Kim Gates- Saddle Fitter***
It’s the morning after whats likely the biggest post to hit this page. If you follow the sport of eventing this isnt a new subject but it’s obviously a controversial one.

If we don’t educate and address these issues openly then we will loose our horse sports. The cats already out of the bag…..we can’t just try and stuff it back in.
This horses and others horses body condition on parade is the problem. Not those pointing it out. Eventing is an extreme sport and it involves an animal. If we don’t put horse welfare first and instead choose to bury our heads in the sand we will loose our horse sports.
Let’s review the hurdles the horse industry has recently had to make. The Walking Horse Industry. Reining and the FEI. Requiring helmets. Removal of roads and tracks. Safe Sport. Vests. Race horses breaking legs. Abuse at the hands of more than one upper level trainer. Electric spurs?
Everyone of these issues got two responses and we have all seen both of them on this post. If you did not read the post I encourage you to do so.
In my opinion the base of the problem is a lack of education. If a rider was educated they would not accept the sponsorship that gives them free saddles that don’t fit. They would not give the paid for praises on social media while their horses back is horrible.
Right now the problem is lack of education on the subject. But if we continue down the road of trying to silence those who are speaking up, then it’s willful negligence.
The first step is to learn what a healthy back looks like and what an unhealthy back looks like. As someone once told me on this page years ago, “ once you see it you can’t unsee it!” So true.

☘️🐎SF

31/12/2024

If anyone is wanting a Hills Saddle Mapping Tool and just can’t swing the funds - I will work out a payment plan with you. Give me a shout!

23/12/2024

Quite easy to see how movement in one area affects the other areas. I’m picturing how much a saddle moves and can shift around between the horse and rider. Good reason to have saddle fittings done or rechecks. Just because your saddle fit 6 months ago - doesn’t guarantee the fit is good now; due to ongoing changes in building muscle or weight gains or losses.

Give me a shout for bodywork or saddle fittings.

05/12/2024

Remember to treat your favorite equine friends this Holiday Season! 🎁🎄 We've included a few businesses our talented students own - Happy shopping. EQUISTIX equine sports massage tool by Equus Athletics, Hills Equine Saddle Mapping Tool, X-SPAND EQUINE, LLC, MagnaWave Corporate - Wellness and Pain Relief
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20/11/2024

Black Friday Sale has started early!
The Hills Saddle Mapping Tool was designed and developed by a longtime Certified Equine Bodyworker/Certified Saddle Fitter who sees a lot of preventable issues caused by poor fitting saddles!

Values of Proper Saddle Fitting
Ill-fitting saddles can cause long-term damage to your horse’s shoulders and back. Pain from a poorly fitted saddle can cause behavioral issues and even career-ending lameness.
Finding the pressure points and excessive movement of the saddle on the horse’s back will help improve optimal rider position, balance, and stability, allowing for effective communication between the horse and rider.
Regular saddle fit assessment is important as horses change.
Good Saddle Fitting helps to:
Eliminate uneven sweat patterns under the saddle pad
Stop restriction in shoulder movement or muscle atrophy
Eliminate behavioral changes, such as bucking or resistance while riding

If you notice any of the above signs, it’s time to reassess the saddle fit to prevent discomfort and potential long-term damage.
Hills Saddle Mapping Tool
Helps take the mystery out of saddle fitting
Clears up confusion about bridging, rocking, and pressure points, too wide, too narrow
Helps you keep track of topline changes
Know where to place shims for improved saddle fit
Adjust the mapping tool to your horse then take to the tack store and try different saddles and see how they fit YOUR horse!
Yup! I was talked into starting the Black Friday Sale early!
Check out www.hillsequineservices.com for sale info!
You can go thru the website or directly thru me in a pm.

Laurie Leverich Hills

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07/11/2024

This really has me concerned! Who dreams up this kind of crap???

For more than 40 years, I have committed my life to veterinary medicine, having served on the faculties of leading universities and practicing as an equine veterinarian across the country. Since receiving my doctorate in...

05/11/2024

Worked on a gorgeous fellow today, I did take a few pictures-but need to honor owners request for privacy.
But I can share this note she sent me by the time I got home. Love when I hear this from my clients, because it makes my day:

Thank you, Laurie. Your experience, kindness, skill and generosity are inspiring and very much appreciated.

25/10/2024

22/10/2024

Check this out!!! I finally have a website page!

https://www.hillsequineservices.com/

This is a direct link to purchasing your own Hills Saddle Mapping Tool! Of course you also can always go through me too.

Send a message to learn more

18/10/2024

Cassandra Belle Richardson