Cotswold Hooves & Hounds

Cotswold Hooves & Hounds Fully qualified & insured IAAT Equine Massage therapist. Equine & K9 services, based in Oxfordshire

Why you may ask?? To assess the horse’s movementAs an EMT we observe:• Rhythm and regularity• Stride length• Straightnes...
11/08/2026

Why you may ask??

To assess the horse’s movement
As an EMT we observe:
• Rhythm and regularity
• Stride length
• Straightness
• Symmetry
• How freely the horse moves?
• Whether they track up evenly?
• Any stiffness or reluctance?

We may notice one side moving differently from the other, such as:
• A shorter stride on one limb
• Uneven hindlimb engagement
• A tendency to carry the head or neck differently
• Pelvic or shoulder asymmetry
• Differences in how the horse loads each limb

These observations can then help guide our treatment.

🥱Finally caught a yawn on camera!!!!🥱You might notice your horse yawning during or after a massage — but what does it ac...
11/08/2026

🥱Finally caught a yawn on camera!!!!🥱

You might notice your horse yawning during or after a massage — but what does it actually mean?

Yawning can occur when a horse becomes relaxed or experiences a change in arousal, but it isn’t a guaranteed sign that they’re “releasing tension”. You also don’t have to think ‘my horse isn’t relaxed’ just because they didn’t yawn!
That’s why we look at the whole horse and their behaviour, rather than interpreting one response on its own.
Lowering of the head, soft eyes, licking & chewing, slower breathing and resting a hind leg can all help paint a better picture of how your horse is responding to treatment.
Every horse is an individual, so context matters. 🤎

Equine sports massage can help to reduce muscular tension, improve flexibility and comfort, support performance, and aid...
13/07/2026

Equine sports massage can help to reduce muscular tension, improve flexibility and comfort, support performance, and aid recovery. Every horse is assessed individually to ensure treatment is tailored to their needs.

If you've noticed any of these signs in your horse, I'd be happy to have a chat about whether massage could help.

📍Covering Oxfordshire (OX29) and surrounding areas.
📩 Drop me a message to book or ask any questions. Message me today!
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📥 WhatsApp - 07584 069225

✨Jess✨ Fabulous treatment on Jess this afternoon. She struggles with her trust, she really relaxed into her treatment an...
06/07/2026

✨Jess✨
Fabulous treatment on Jess this afternoon. She struggles with her trust, she really relaxed into her treatment and trusted my work! Which was so rewarding.
Working mainly on her pectorals, lumbar region & glutes to release some tension she had. We worked on some stretches which she wasn’t too sure to started with but she really tried her hardest and did some beautiful stretches!
Can’t wait to see Jess in 6 weeks time🥰

Loved your horse’s treatment? I’d be so grateful if you recommended Cotswold Hooves & Hounds to your friends and fellow ...
06/07/2026

Loved your horse’s treatment? I’d be so grateful if you recommended Cotswold Hooves & Hounds to your friends and fellow horse owners.
As a thank you:
🤍 You receive £10 off your next treatment
🤍 Your friend receives £10 off their first treatment

It’s my way of saying thank you for supporting my small business and helping more horses feel and perform at their best.

Simply ask your friend to mention your name when they book!

📍Covering the Cotswolds and surrounding areas
📲 WhatsApp: 07584 069225

✨ I am so excited to finally share that I am officially a fully qualified & insured IAAT Professional Equine Massage Pra...
02/07/2026

✨ I am so excited to finally share that I am officially a fully qualified & insured IAAT Professional Equine Massage Practitioner, achieving Distinction! 🐴💙

After months of studying, practical training and plenty of hands-on experience, I’m so proud to have completed my qualification. This journey has only strengthened my passion for helping horses feel and perform at their very best.
A huge thank you to everyone who has supported and encouraged me along the way, and to Little Green Stables & International Association of Animal Therapists for such an incredible course.

📍 Based in Oxfordshire (OX29)

Bookings are now open!
Whether your horse is:
🐴 In full work or competition
💪 Recovering from injury (alongside veterinary guidance)
🌿 In need of maintenance treatment
✨ Or simply deserves a little extra care

I’d love to help support their wellbeing, comfort, performance and recovery.
Keep an eye out over the coming weeks as I’ll be sharing more about equine massage therapy, what happens during a treatment, and the many benefits it can offer.
📩 Feel free to send me a message to book an appointment or ask any questions.
I can’t wait to meet you and your horses! 💙

✨ WEEKEND RECAP ✨It was my last weekend with International Association of Animal Therapists and Little Green Stables for...
16/06/2026

✨ WEEKEND RECAP ✨

It was my last weekend with International Association of Animal Therapists and Little Green Stables for my Level 4 Bodywork & Massage course, including exams 🫣

I’m so glad to have met everyone on this journey and to have gained so much experience 🤍

We started the weekend at , learning all about hydrotherapy and spotting all things horse-related 🤓, followed by treating horses in the afternoon.

Sunday was exam day! In the morning, I treated the lovely William. He was only five and had never had bodywork before, so he was an absolute superstar for letting me complete my practical exam with him ⭐️

In the afternoon, I sat my theory exam and achieved an amazing 94/100 — a distinction WHOOP 👏

I can’t wait to treat future clients and continue this exciting journey ✨

Did you know? The occipital region is a key area where horses often hold tension.A gentle occipital release can encourag...
14/06/2026

Did you know?
The occipital region is a key area where horses often hold tension.
A gentle occipital release can encourage relaxation, improve mobility, and support overall wellbeing. ✨🐎

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