Amy Buckland Equinology Equine Body Worker BSc Hons Equine Science, EEBW.

21/07/2024

Even Nell was super chilled out watching me do a couple of Sunday morning massages!Relaxed vibes!

16/07/2024

Pro pics from Stithians thanks
And pic of my little grooms helping on Sunday. Oleg u are a legend

05/03/2024

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/AXS5oCsEyzXhoHWf/

06/02/2024

Now January is finally over some of us are starting to make plans for the upcoming showing and jumping season. To make sure our horses are feeling the best for the start of the season get them booked in for a massage.
Likewise our hunters might need a little tlc to get them through to closing meet. Message me to check what availability I have and how I may be able to help your horse.

NB. Massage is never a replacement for appropriate veterinary care. If you feel there is something wrong with your horse contact your vet in the first instance

09/12/2023

Exeter part 2

09/12/2023

17/11/2023

Morning everyone! Time to get those massages booked in for December before Xmas. Bearing in mind I will be more limited on bookings once the children break up for school holidays.
Whether it's to make sure those hunters are feeling tip top before the Christmas meets now they have got opening meets under their belts, or to make sure the children's ponies are feeling good before they have their legs worked off in the holidays, or simply to give those older horses a loosen up (and a treat!) as they are spending more time standing in stables due to the horrible weather now we are into winter! Get in touch to check availability.
Pics of myself on a variety of horses over the years!😁

03/11/2023

Don't forget I am at Mole Valley Penzance tomorrow from 10am so come over and say hello,it will be great to catch up. They have some brilliant offers on in store so come in from the rain and have a look!

12/10/2023

Went to watch Nanny Jean in her lesson today was lovely to catch up with Di who did a great job of entertaining Nancy 🥰

10/10/2023

This is a really great set of photos

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=354300156943979&id=100070919930879&sfnsn=scwspmo

26/09/2023

My diary is already looking pretty full for October so please contact me to get those bookings in.
Please read below some of the benefits of massage and admire the picture of Oleg who benefits from regular massages from myself🙈🤣

26/08/2023

Busy morning riding followed by lunch at Macdonald's 🙈then a walk up at Men an Tol afterwards 😅

09/05/2023

https://www.facebook.com/100064763104479/posts/626661629502602/?sfnsn=scwspmo

08/04/2023

This is an interesting read!🤔🤔

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=2628685137276574&id=787351944743245&sfnsn=scwspmo

13/02/2023

This is an interesting read!
https://www.facebook.com/100053407597852/posts/726595975797316/?sfnsn=scwspmo

3 Rules to Maximize Time Off - Periods of downtime come as realistic parts of horse ownership, although how a rider uses these stretches of poor weather or busy schedules contributes profoundly to a horse’s long-term soundness and performance. Recent data from biomechanics researchers and veterina...

04/02/2023

Oh dear! That struggle to the muck heap!🤣🤣
https://fb.watch/itUGr7xAID/

23/01/2023

It's been a long winter so far for horse owners, what with all the rain we have been having, however it won't be long until the showing/ showjumping season is upon us so now is the time to start thinking about your preparation.
Hunters are now part way through the season so could maybe do with a bit of TLC to get them through to closing meet. Why not treat your horse to a massage as part of their show prep and/ or maintenance.
There are many benefits to massage including:
Improved stamina
Improved disposition
Improved circulation
It enhances gait quality and performance
It can also act as preventative maintenance where subtle tissue changes are noticed at an earlier stage.
Get in touch to discuss what I can offer your horses 😊
Picture here courtesy of Lisa Wood Photography. This is me hunting a few years ago on a little pocket rocket!

22/12/2022

https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=8358680724172982&id=143900235651113&post_id=143900235651113_8358680724172982&sfnsn=scwspmo

They look happy, must be geldings LOL
(image by https://www.pollypaintbrush.com/)

03/12/2022

Some tips on keeping those saddle pads clean!💪

How to clean a saddle pads: whether you use numnahs, sheepskin or half-pads, keeping them clean ensures a smart turnout and comfortable horse

22/10/2022

Hi folks I am at Mole Valley, Penzance today having a chat about what I do and letting you know how massage may help your horse. So pop down and say hello. I'm in the Equine section of the store. There are some great offers on in store as well so it's well worth a look!😀

19/10/2022

I will be at Mole Valley, Penzance on Saturday letting you know a bit about what I do. So pop along and say hello and I can tell you a little bit about what I can offer your horse in terms of massage and how bodywork may benefit your horse.
There are loads of offers on in store too so it's worth coming and having a look😀

It's here! We have two weeks of offers for horse and rider! 🐴🏇

17th - 31st October

💫Rugs
💫Feed
💫Bedding
💫Clippers
💫Rider wear
💫Stable & yard accessories

To shop our full range and grab a deal visit your local store or shop online at 👉 www.moleonline.com/essentiallyequine

*Available in store and online. Whilst stocks last.

07/10/2022

Food for thought🤔
https://www.equestrianmovement.com/blog/musculoskeletal-not-the-pessoa #

Why is the Pessoa considered an amazing tool for working a horse?

23/06/2022

😍👍👍

I didn’t write this, but it should be shouted from the rooftops every damn day-

“It’s absolutely mind boggling if you think about it.

Your horse gets absolutely nothing out of being competitive for you. Not a darn thing. Of course horses are bred for specific jobs, or they’re bred to be athletic to a certain degree. However, horses don’t wake up thinking about chasing cans, or cows, or flying over jumps.

They have no idea how much money is added to the pot. They have no idea that this is a qualifier. They have no idea that this is the short go.

And DESPITE us... DESPITE our nerves, our flaws, our incorrect ques, our huge emotions, they get the job done to their very best ability. Even when we fail them by letting our emotions get in the way, they come back and they try again. For US. Whoa. Let that sink in. If only we could all be so understanding.

To think of an animal that is forgiving and flexible enough to put up with the repetition of practice, the intense nerves of the rider, the stress of hauling and still meet you at the gate for scratches is MIND. BLOWING.

If you haven’t done so lately. Thank your horse.

If you’re successful, thank the horses that put you there and made you. Thank the horses that gave everything they had for you simply because you ASKED them to.

If you’re still on the journey to success, thank the horses that made you fall in love with your sport and who have helped give you the confidence to want to learn more and be better.

We can never stop learning as horsemen and horsewomen, and by continuing our education every horse in our future will be better off.

Next time you head to the arena leave your ego at the door and thank your horse!”

~Samantha Roffer

20/06/2022

There are many benefits to massage and bodywork for your horse. One of these is to enhance performance, whether this be in competition or everyday riding.
Massage does this by increasing range of motion, improving stamina, enhancing gait quality and improving circulation.
For example: A horse that moves better is more efficient in his stride, leading to less wear and tear on joints, ligaments and tendons therefore leading to a longer performance career.
The dressage or show horse that is flexible looks better and feels better.
A jumping horse uses many muscles during the take off, flight and landing phases. If he is flexible and agile with the muscles working together correctly he will get those clear rounds.
My horse Oleg certainly feels better in the ring after a massage.
Contact me to discuss what I can offer your horse in terms of massage. The first massage I perform on your horse will include a thorough initial static and dynamic assessment as well as a treatment tailored to your horses needs.
Please note horses which are currently being seen by the vet for an existing injury or condition will need to have vet permission before receiving a massage to confirm that at the present time massage is appropriate for that animal, and massage is in no way a replacement for proper veterinary care.

26/05/2022

https://www.horseandhound.co.uk/features/benefits-of-equine-massage-628846

Equine massage therapist Laura Marsden takes a look at how massage can improve and maintain your horse’s performance, from increased flexibility to relieving poll tension

11/05/2022

23/04/2022

Take a look at these!👀

Custom made to fit your trailer. They are waterproof, durable, easy to wipe clean and most importantly easy to pop up and comfortable.

Bored of sitting in your car cramped up or the trailer ramp at a show…this was a thing of the past look to the future now you can lay down in comfort and style. Be sure to set your alarm though don’t want you sleeping through your next class.

07/03/2022

I agree with all of these!😀

As a lifelong horse person, being around these animals has certainly shaped who I am today. These are the lessons I've learned.

23/02/2022

Interesting! I'm off to look at the swirls on my horses!🤔😂

Is there a link between your horse's temperament and the hair swirl or 'whorl' patterns on his head and elsewhere on his body?

09/02/2022

😂 I'm a bit young for some of these but definitely remember fred the horse and pony magazine pony and the Jill books! And my room was covered with horse posters! And I was taught round the world and scissors in my riding lessons(I still teach these now!)