Emesee Equine Bodywork

12/08/2023

31/12/2022

10/07/2022

06/07/2022

Sleep deprivation in horses can be complex, so a methodical collaborative approach can be the most beneficial way to provide a solution

29/06/2022

Posture
The more I'm developing as a muscle therapist the more I'm starting to understand how to influence and improve posture, and am loving the results I have been getting from very simple work. The best indication I see that shows what I'm doing works is how the horse chooses to stand. What I have noticed is over time they gradually will choose to stand square when resting, eating, or when tied up. Once the horse can achieve this on their own regularly, this can be used as a baseline when something is askew. For example, your horse now starts to stand like the horse is picture two. Perhaps this is an indication of heel pain or issues in the hind end? Picking up on a subtle change on your horses posture is a great indicator that is may be time to get a body worker out or even investigate yourself where an issue may have arisen. If you can pick up on it early enough then hopefully your horse can return to standing with good posture more rapidly, therefore avoiding any long term damage or injury.

17/05/2022

We’re feeling very fortunate to have a new helper at Dark Horse Farm. Ayla joined us today for Year 11 Work Experience. Welcome Ayla! We hope you had fun strolling with the ponies (and making poo bricks 🤣).