13/01/2024
When assessing and selecting a horse or pony to work in equine assisted therapy and hippotherapy, of course we need a quiet and reliable individual who is not going to be stressed or worried by working with unbalanced riders and people who might struggle to regulate their movements, sounds and emotions.
But we also need to assess confirmation, gait and movement to work out what the equine can offer the client to help provide their therapy. In this way, clients can be matched to the ideal horse or pony to meet their therapy needs.
We also need to have a thorough knowledge of the equine’s veterinary and behavioural history to ensure their welfare is not compromised by this important and special work they are involved with.
Physio for riding. Riding for physio. 🐴💪🧘