Holistic Wellness
- Confessions of a Timid Rider, Equestrian Life, Fitness and Conditioning, Holistic Wellness, Horse Training
I Get My Saddle Evaluated Regularly So I Don’t Break My Horse
I’ve been a bodyworker with multiple certifications for many years. Trust me, I’ve seen a lot. The thing I hate the most, however, is working on a horse to have them feeling there…
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Working with the Neurological Horse
Confession: My pony had EPM and now has been diagnosed with Chronic Lyme Disease. I knew that Ferrous had recovered from Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis or EPM before I bought him and there was…
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Probiotics for Horses: Do They Really Make a Difference?
I have been dealing with health issues the last few years that took a long time to identify and I am still recovering. I believe in treating the body as a whole (yes,…
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Top Tips for Keeping Your Horse Cool in the Summer Heat
Summer is tough on our equine friends. Here are my top tips for keeping your horse happy and cool in summer.
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Pony Conditioning Week 3
With two weeks of reconditioning under our belts, I'm excited for the next few weeks. This week the veterinarian will return for the spring shots and we can discuss his progress. More, Ferrous…
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Coarse Mane & Tail No More
I struggle with removing knots from my horse's coarse mane and tail. Finally, there is a natural product that really works for us!
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Pony Conditioning Week 2
I thought my pony was an easy keeper but it turns out when he isn't regularly exercised he is basically a jellyfish- nothing firm about him. Thank you for joining us on week…
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Pony Conditioning- Week 1
7 weeks during pandemic lockdown and and my pony's top line just disappeared. This is week one of our rehabilitation diary.
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Six Mind & Body Apps to Help You Survive Your LockDown
Confession: I need a little non-pharmaceutical help with my anxiety while the barn is closed and I can’t get in the saddle. These are my favorites ways to help keep me calm, balanced,…
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When Good Saddles Go Bad
Confession: I've slowly been crippling my pony. I had no idea my saddle was the reason his ribs and pelvis are constantly out of alignment or that he couldn't physically move forward well.…
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Holistic Wellness is Not Just for the Horses
Fitness isn’t enough. I need to achieve balance with chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture, massage, and nutrition. After all, I believe in holistic wellness for horses, why not for myself? Being a certified Equine…
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Relieve Your Dog’s Itchy Skin Naturally
The temperature is dropping and with it the humidity. The end result is dry, itchy skin for both you and your dogs. Prevent dry skin and relieve the itch. Does your dog have…