Tack Hoarders - Adulting with Horses

In this episode of 'Adulting with Horses,' co-hosts Heather Wallace and Natalie Keller Reinert dive into the messy, hilarious, and deeply personal world of equine hoarding—specifically, the emotional and practical challenges of managing excess tack, books, and accessories. They explore their own compulsive tendencies, from Natalie’s 'dopamine slash shopping problem' to Heather’s obsession with saddle pads and comfort, revealing how these items serve as emotional anchors and symbols of identity. The conversation shifts from self-aware humor to deeper reflections on adulting, including the importance of self-compassion, setting boundaries with trainers, and the quiet triumphs of helping others—like calming a horse-averse visitor or teaching a teenager to advocate for her pony. The episode also touches on creative projects, book events, and the joy of small victories, all wrapped in the hosts’ signature blend of vulnerability, wit, and equestrian absurdity.