Fit For A Queenie

11/10/2026

Maisie Maria MacDonald really is the whole package! Offering behaviour consultancy AND physiotherapy across a range of species, her is the number you want in your phone. Check out MM Animal Therapy for more information.

Gentle, practical physiotherapy for horses and pets – South East Devon

I’m an IAAT registered veterinary physiotherapist with many years of equestrian experience, supporting horses and their owners through physiotherapy, behavioural consultations, and training. My approach is calm, individual, and focused on what works in everyday life, whether that’s a much-loved pet or a competition horse.

I work across species, and I’m particularly happy to support avian and feline clients, who are often overlooked when it comes to physiotherapy and physical comfort. Zoopharmacognosy can be incorporated into this work where appropriate.

I offer a weighing scales and general wellness service to existing clients, and for those very local, appointments are available at my rehab facility for weigh-ins and gentle check-ins.

I work directly with owners, am fully qualified and insured, and offer a small number of daytime appointments so each case can be given the time and attention it deserves.

30/09/2026

🐴 Coping with Confinement: a new resource from the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA)

We’re pleased to highlight a new resource from NEWC member BEVA, supporting equine veterinary professionals in managing the behavioural and welfare challenges that can arise when equines need periods of confinement.

The Coping with Confinement Toolkit provides evidence-based guidance to help veterinary professionals develop individualised confinement plans that consider both the equine’s clinical and behavioural needs, as well as the practical circumstances of their care.

There’s also an Owner’s Guide, providing practical information to help owners and carers.

A really useful initiative recognising that good welfare during recovery means considering both the physical and behavioural needs of the horse 💙

🔗 Coping with Confinement Toolkit: beva.org.uk/resources/coping-with-confinement/

🔗 Owner’s Guide: beva.org.uk/resources/coping-with-confinement/owners-guide/

Congratulations to BEVA and everyone involved in developing this valuable resource👏

29/09/2026

Congratulations to Maisie of MM Animal Therapy! Check out her page to find out how she can help you and your horse.

Very excited to share that I’m now an IAABC Certified Equine Behaviour Consultant!

Here’s to helping more horses, donkeys & mules and their humans 🥂

26/09/2026

I have a student who needs serious pathology case studies. We're after very bad laminitis (with rotation), navicular, and 2 others - donkeys and mules count because their feet are different from horses. Seriously wonky feet, shunted heels, anything that makes your toes curl! So if you know of someone looking for a barefoot approach to some scary looking feet, particularly in the Dartmoor area, please let me know. Students are mentored by fully qualified and experienced EPs, and are insured.

14/09/2026

Lovely day on Saturday waffling on about gut health and laminitis. Maisie Maria MacDonald bought some really nice cakes too!

02/09/2026

Don't forget to book your place on this talk in Exeter on Saturday 12th September. Hope to see you there!

Join us in person to unlock the secrets of keeping your horse’s gut happy and healthy!