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Royal Performance Equine Massage, Cambridge, ON (2026)

10/08/2026

POV: The days get cooler and suddenly my little red light friend is getting ALL the attention. 🔴😂

Listen, I know it looks like I’ve brought a tiny tanning bed to the barn…

BUT HEAR ME OUT. 😂

Red light therapy — also called photobiomodulation — uses specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light to interact with cells and support the body’s natural processes.

For horses (and dogs as you can see modeled by Macey), it can be used alongside bodywork to support things like:

✨ Circulation
✨ Cellular energy and function
✨ Recovery
✨ Tissue repair
✨ Managing inflammation
✨ Overall comfort and relaxation

Basically, while I’m working on those muscles, my little red light friend is over there doing its own thing like:

“Don’t mind me, just helping.” 🔴😎

And honestly? I love the combination of massage + red light.

Because horses are complicated creatures. They compensate. They hold tension. They work hard. They get older. They get sore. They occasionally make questionable life choices involving fences, mud, blankets and gravity. 😂

So if I have another tool in my toolbox that can complement their bodywork session, I’m going to use it.

AND HERE’S THE BEST PART…

You don't pay extra for it. 👏

Red light therapy AND taping are already included in my services.

That's right.

No:
💸 “Oh, you want the red light? That'll be extra.”

Nope.

No:
💸 “Would you like to add some tape to that?”

Also nope.

If I think your horse could benefit from a little extra help from my tiny glowing barn buddy, it’s part of the service. 🔴🐴

If it can help support your horse, I'm going to use it when appropriate.

So yes…

I bring the massage.I bring the red light. I bring the tape.

Your horse brings the opinions. 😂

Seems like a pretty fair trade to me. ❤️🐴

Red light therapy is a complementary modality and does not replace veterinary diagnosis or treatment.

10/03/2026

"It's October 3rd"....if you are of a certain vintage like me, you know lol

10/01/2026

Have you ever really, I mean REALLY looked at your horse’s face? 👀🐴

I look at this pretty girl’s face every time I see her, but I’ll be honest… I don’t always really look at her. So today, let’s train our eye. 👀. Take a look at these two photos. What do you notice that’s different?

Now, I want to preface this with something: I am not super comfortable with before-and-after photos. There is SO much that can be done to stage them. You can make a photo tell pretty much whatever story you want it to tell. But I digress. 😂. **The face is different.**Other than things like ear position, it’s pretty darn difficult to intentionally stage a horse’s face to make it look a certain way.

In the before photo, her left eye is sitting slightly more back and toward the side of her face compared to the after photo. Her left nostril is also sitting higher.

So what changed between these two photos?

✨ CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY. ✨

And honestly… when I put these photos side by side, I was in awe.At first glance, it might not look like much. But look closer.

You can see how much tension she was carrying through the left side of her poll → atlas → TMJ region, and how that tension appeared to be affecting the positioning of the structures around her eye and face. Her temporalis muscles are also less tense and defined in the after photo.

This change happened over two craniosacral treatments, six weeks apart.And the really cool part? She has continued to maintain that more even appearance between her eyes. ❤️

And here’s another interesting thought...if a horse has one eye positioned differently because of tension or structural asymmetry, **could that potentially influence how they perceive their surroundings?**Could that contribute to a horse seeming more reactive or spooky? It’s something I find incredibly interesting — and something I’m continuing to learn about.

Because sometimes the things we notice during bodywork aren't huge changes. Sometimes they're tiny changes that become obvious once you know what you're looking for.

So take a minute today. Go look at your horse’s face. Not just “Awww, you're so pretty.” ❤️ Actually LOOK. You might be surprised by what you see.

09/25/2026

🍂Sometimes the quiet, relaxed moments may not seem like much
But to me? They mean everything. ❤️

A big part of what I do is listen to the horse and let them guide the massage. Every horse is different. Some are open books from the moment I meet them, while others are more guarded and need a little more time, space, and trust.
And that’s okay. 🥰

They are allowed to express how they feel, and it’s my job to listen.
If a horse becomes tense, asks me to lighten my touch, or simply wants me to step away for a moment, there is nothing to be gained by pushing through. Bodywork should never be something that is done to a horse. It should be something we do with them.

Building that trusting relationship with these beautiful creatures is what it’s all about. 🐴✨
This seemingly innocuous little moment is actually one of the moments that fills my cup the most. Because in this moment, he is completely relaxed and fully trusting me.

And then came the big dramatic releases at the end of his massage. 😍

Those moments tell me he felt safe enough to let go, process, and truly relax into the work.
And honestly? I LOVE seeing it.

The big releases are amazing, but sometimes it’s the quiet moments in between that tell me the most. ❤️

Listen. Respect. Trust. Let the horse lead.
That’s the heart of my approach to bodywork. 🐴💆‍♀️✨

09/22/2026

🍂 HAPPY FALL EQUINOX, FRIENDS! 🍂
AHHHHH… the crunching of leaves underfoot, pumpkin spice everything (I KNOW some of you have feelings about PSLs 😂), sweater weather, crisp mornings, NO MORE FLIES, and — my personal favourite — NOT SWEATING FROM EVERY SINGLE PORE JUST FOR EXISTING. 🙌🏻😂

Don’t come for me… but Fall, you are absolutely my favourite season. 🍁🧡

But while we humans are busy breaking out the sweaters and declaring pumpkin spice season officially open, our horses are also adjusting to the changing of the seasons.
And it’s more than just swapping a fly sheet for a blanket.

🍂 Temperature changes — cooler mornings and evenings can cause muscles to feel tighter
🍂 Changing activity levels — show season winds down. Changes in workload can mean changes in muscle demand.
🍂 Less daylight — shorter days can affect routines, turnout time, exercise schedules and overall activity.
🍂 Weather & footing — rain, mud, frost and eventually harder ground can all change how horses move
🍂 Blankets & layers — adding blankets can change how a horse moves, especially if fit is less than ideal.
🍂 Stiffness & compensation — changes in movement, turnout, workload and footing can contribute to horses compensating
🍂 Old aches can become more noticeable — horses who already have areas of restriction, arthritis or previous injuries may show more stiffness as temperatures and activity levels change.

And this is where bodywork can be a great part of your horse's seasonal transition. 👐🏻🐴
Massage can help address areas of muscular tension and restriction, support relaxation and encourage comfortable movement as your horse's routine changes.Maybe the shoulders are tighter. Maybe the hamstrings are talking. Maybe the back has decided it would like to file a formal complaint. 😂

Don't forget about the horse underneath that blanket. 🍂🧡

Help them navigate the changing seasons with a little extra TLC, movement, and bodywork when they need it.

Because comfortable horses are happy horses — in every season. 🐴✨
Happy Fall, friends! 🍁

09/19/2026

All joking aside… 😂

I’ve always believed one thing:
Every horse deserves to feel as comfortable as possible in their own body. ❤️🐴

That’s actually why I got into equine bodywork in the first place — I wanted to help my own horse feel better in his golden years. And after seeing firsthand the difference massage made for him, and then seeing those same benefits in my client horses… well, here we are. 🥹

Horses are BIG. And their muscles are what move all that magnificent horse around. When muscles are tight, restricted or compensating, movement can be affected — and one compensation can lead to another, and another, and suddenly your horse is playing a very expensive game of “what hurts now?” 😬😂
Massage can help support:
✨ Muscle relaxation and flexibility
✨ Improved circulation
✨ Range of motion and mobility
✨ Recovery after exercise
✨ Reducing muscular tension
✨ Identifying areas of tension or compensation
✨ Maintaining healthy, supple muscles
✨ Overall comfort and relaxation
✨ Body awareness and connection
✨ Supporting horses through rehabilitation and changes in workload
And let’s not forget the mental side of things. Watching a horse soften, sigh, blink, yawn, release and just… exhale is pretty darn special. ❤️

So as we head into a new season, give your horse a little extra support. A little bodywork now can be a great way to help them stay comfortable, supple and moving well as their environment and workload change.

Because bodywork isn't just about fixing a problem.
It's about helping your horse feel good BEFORE their body starts screaming, “HEY HUMAN, WE HAVE A PROBLEM.” 😂
Prevention > crisis management. Every. Single. Time.

And honestly… if feeling this good comes with a few dramatic yawns and a droopy lip, I think we can all agree that's a pretty acceptable side effect❤️

09/19/2026

All joking aside… 😂

I’ve always believed one thing:
Every horse deserves to feel as comfortable as possible in their own body. ❤️🐴

That’s actually why I got into equine bodywork in the first place — I wanted to help my own horse feel better in his golden years. And after seeing firsthand the difference massage made for him, and then seeing those same benefits in my client horses… well, here we are. 🥹

Horses are BIG. And their muscles are what move all that magnificent horse around. When muscles are tight, restricted or compensating, movement can be affected — and one compensation can lead to another, and another, and suddenly your horse is playing a very expensive game of “what hurts now?” 😬😂
Massage can help support:
✨ Muscle relaxation and flexibility
✨ Improved circulation
✨ Range of motion and mobility
✨ Recovery after exercise
✨ Reducing muscular tension
✨ Identifying areas of tension or compensation
✨ Maintaining healthy, supple muscles
✨ Overall comfort and relaxation
✨ Body awareness and connection
✨ Supporting horses through rehabilitation and changes in workload

And let’s not forget the mental side of things. Watching a horse soften, sigh, blink, yawn, release and just… exhale is pretty darn special. ❤️

As we head into a new season, give your horse a little extra support. A little bodywork now can be a great way to help them stay comfortable, supple and moving well as their environment and workload change.

Because bodywork isn't just about fixing a problem.
It's about helping your horse feel good BEFORE their body starts screaming, “HEY HUMAN, WE HAVE A PROBLEM.” 😂
Prevention > crisis management. Every. Single. Time.

And honestly… if feeling this good comes with a few dramatic yawns and a droopy lip, I think we can all agree that's a pretty acceptable side effect❤️

09/18/2026

🔍POV: When your cute client is BOTH the farm greeter AND the goodbye committee. 😂

This guy is such a HAM. I mean, if there’s an opportunity to supervise, say hello, or make sure I’m leaving properly… he’s on it. 😂

One of my favourite parts of this work is getting to know each horse’s individual personality. And lately, I’ve been noticing something really fascinating during craniosacral therapy — their personalities seem to shine through in a whole different way.

It’s not just about the physical responses. I’m watching how they process, how they take things in, how they communicate, and how they respond to being given the space to simply be.

And I’m seeing some really beautiful changes on an emotional level, too. Horses who are naturally guarded, stoic, or tend to block me out can sometimes start to soften. They become more open, more trusting, and more willing to let me in.

That shift is honestly pretty incredible to witness. 🥹❤️

There’s something really special about watching a horse go from “Nope, I’ve got this. I don’t need you.” 😂 to “Okay… maybe you can help me with this.”

Craniosacral work has been such an amazing addition to my bodywork practice, and the more I learn, the more fascinated I become by these incredible animals.

And of course, after all that deep processing, somebody still has to make sure I actually leave the farm. 😉
Goodbye committee duties are VERY important. 😂🐴❤️

09/09/2026

✨ A little post-massage processing to brighten up this gloomy day! ✨

I use the word “processing” a LOT… I know, I know 😂 But what exactly do I mean when I say a horse is processing their bodywork?
Basically, processing is all those little (and sometimes BIG) responses we see as the horse’s body and nervous system continue to respond to the work after we’re finished. It can look like:
😴 Sleepy, soft eyes
👀 Hard blinks
💤 Head nods
🌬️ Deep sighs
👄 Licking & chewing
🥱 Yawning
✨ Quivering or little muscle twitches
…and sometimes just that wonderfully relaxed, “I have melted into a puddle” look.

And honestly, one of my favourite things is watching them continue to process after the massage is over. The work doesn’t necessarily stop the second I put my hands away. Their bodies can continue integrating and responding to the changes we’ve made.
And this handsome guy also got a little KTape support! 🖤

One of the really cool things about taping is that the horse continues to interact with and process the input from the tape while it’s on. Depending on how and where it’s applied, tape can be used for things like support, stabilization, helping with circulation, arthritis comfort, proprioceptive input, and so much more.

So yes… sometimes the massage is over, but the bodywork party is still going! 😂🐴

I could honestly watch these little post-massage processing moments all day. There’s just something pretty darn cool about watching a horse relax, release and feel the difference. This is why my FAVORITE "tool" in my bodywork is my hands!❤️
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09/05/2026

I could honestly watch horses processing their bodywork all day. 🥹 The eye flutters, the hard blinks, the deep sighs… all the subtle signs, along with those bigger releases. There is just something so incredible about watching them relax, process, and let go. 💆‍♀️🐴

Today, I mainly focused on craniosacral work with this lovely lady, and let me tell you… she was HERE for it. 😂🫠 I spent time focusing on her atlas, occipital, and parietal areas, and she gave me some beautiful signs that this was exactly what her body needed.

As you can see in the photo, she has quite a prominent, pointy area at her poll. We aren't entirely sure what caused it, as she has been this way for as long as I've known her. One possibility is an old incident—perhaps getting her head caught or a past pull-back injury—but without knowing her complete history, we can only speculate. That area would typically have a smoother appearance, so it is definitely something I pay close attention to.

The fact that she absolutely melts during craniosacral work tells me that this is an area her body really appreciates having addressed. 🥰

So, who can benefit from craniosacral work?
Literally. Every. Single. Horse. 🙌

At its most basic, craniosacral work is a gentle, hands-on approach that works with the body and its tissues, including areas surrounding the brain and spinal cord. The goal is to support relaxation, mobility, and the body's natural ability to regulate and function as a whole.

The central nervous system plays a critical role in how the entire body functions, which is one reason I absolutely love incorporating this gentle, hands-on modality into my bodywork sessions. 💕

And while technology and other modalities can absolutely have their place, there is something incredibly special about the information you can receive—and the connection you can create—through skilled hands-on work. 😉

Now excuse me while I continue obsessing over eye flutters, sleepy faces, deep sighs, and watching horses turn into complete puddles. 😂🫠

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