Physio4animals

26/08/2026

Our beautiful horses… and look, the grass is green at Scone!!!!

26/08/2026

More great research 👍🏻👍🏻
Keep thinking
Keep asking questions
Keep putting your horses first 🤩🤗

🐴 Who is creating the pressure in a double bridle❓

A new pilot study by Dr David Marlin, Dr Rachel Murray, Dr Russell MacKechnie-Guire and Dr Graham Cross found that high forces can occur in the curb chain and cheekpiece even when the rider has almost no rein contact.

🔎Using specialist force sensors, the researchers explored the complex interaction between the horse, rider, bit and bridle. The findings suggest some pressure peaks may be generated by the horse’s own mouth and head movements rather than the rider’s hands alone.

🔬 The research raises important questions about how double bridles work and highlights why decisions should be guided by scientific evidence.

Read the full findings on Animalweb 👇
🔗 https://askanimalweb.com/new-study-shows-horses-can-increase-pressure-in-the-mouth-and-on-the-head-independent-of-the-rider/

20/08/2026

For my Cotswold and surrounding area clients… I don’t “recommend” other professionals but I can happily say that I have worked along side Seda and would employ her myself if I had my own yard!

20/08/2026

I am not reposting to advertise the app in .7 .
Points one to 6 are all things I have spoken about with my clients for years and it’s wonderful to hear it phrased so concisely by a Vet
Enjoy 🤗

20/08/2026

Another common sense and worthwhile read with sensible considerations

🌧️With rain finally arriving after this summer’s drought, it’s important to consider how your horse’s grazing may be changing.

🌱Fresh grass growth can mean a sudden change in forage intake, potentially increasing the risk of digestive disturbances and other health problems, particularly for horses prone to laminitis, colic or metabolic issues.

🔎From gradual transitions to managing turnout and grazing intake, Dr David Marlin shares practical ways to reduce the risks.

Read the full article on Animalweb 👇
🔗https://kntn.io/ForageHealthProblems

16/08/2026

Ashleigh is responsible for the “human” physio in the GB program… I didn’t know this story.

13/08/2026

For your interest

🌾 Is your horse’s grazing starting to disappear?
With more than 70% of England officially declared to be in drought, grass growth has slowed dramatically and many livestock owners are already using winter forage much earlier than expected.

For horse owners, reduced grazing could mean greater reliance on hay or haylage, rising forage costs and additional concerns around hard ground and toxic plants becoming more accessible.

🐴 What should you be monitoring now, and how can you prepare for the weeks ahead?

Read the full article on Animalweb 👇
🔗 https://askanimalweb.com/drought-conditions-raise-concerns-for-horse-owners-as-grass-growth-slows/

01/08/2026

One of our superstars at the European championships having some TLC in the hold ❤️ An incredibly plucky little mare ❤️