Calming Canter Equine Massage & Training

12/15/2023

I am available this weekend to come to the MSU pavilion if anyone needs to get their horse at top performance for the Hoilday Show hosted by ShoMe Horse Shows

Calming Canter Equine Massage & Training

12/14/2023

Baby it’s cold outside! ❄️⛄️

Many people think of donkeys as hardy, low-maintenance “small horses.” However, while they have similarities, donkeys are a completely different species and as such have a different physical, mental, and emotional make-up.

As the weather gets colder, it’s important to remember that donkeys are more sensitive to changes in temperature than their equine friends. They don’t grow a winter coat like horses and their hair is less waterproof, so they require shelter from the elements (like a run-in shed or a waterproof blanket). Being stoic animals, they also won’t show signs of discomfort and hypothermia until they are very sick.

Remember that every animal is different depending on age, breed, and other health conditions, so be sure with your primary veterinarian to address any concerns or questions!
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Brough to you by the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee.

10/05/2023

While it’s a common equine emergency, espophageal obstruction (“choke”) can look alarming, especially if you've never seen it before. Unlike in human medicine, where choking refers to a tracheal (or windpipe) obstruction, choke in horses refers to an obstruction of the esophagus, the muscular tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach.

Most commonly, choking occur when horses eat concentrated feed too quickly without chewing it appropriately, which results in a firm bolus lodged in the animal's esophagus. However, esophageal obstruction can also occur with hay or straw, hard treats, carrots, or nonfood objects. Poor dentition, which leads to inadequate chewing, is also a frequent cause of choke.

While common, chokes can have serious consequences so be sure to call your veterinarian as soon as you notice signs of choke. A bad choke is fairly obvious to both veterinarians and horse owners, but a mild choke could be confused with an upper respiratory tract infection or colic.

Read more about this condition on our website at https://aaep.org/horsehealth/understanding-choke-horses

10/05/2023

Summer and fall are prime time for arbovirus infection as these diseases (which include Eastern Equine Encephalitis [EEE], West Nile Virus [WNV], Western Equine Encephalitis [WEE] and Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis [VEE]) are transmitted by many different species of mosquitoes and biting insects.

With more states reporting cases of West Nile Virus (70 cases were reported in August alone), here is your reminder that keeping all horses up to date on vaccinations with the guidance of your veterinarian is the best protection you can offer your equine friends.

Read more and download the arbovirus factsheet on the Equine Disease Communication Center's website at https://tinyurl.com/ukaa3zwv

09/26/2023

05/14/2023

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there!

Did you know pregnant mares, foals, and new mom mares can heavily benefit from massage. It is great to help with stress, anxiety, desensitization, and any discomfort.

05/01/2023

Ulcers can be very uncomfortable and painful for horses! Having an equine massage session can help to find out if your horse may have ulcers. Equine massage can also help your horse get relief from their ulcers as well.

03/20/2023

Calming Canter has many tools/ techniques used to maximize what your horse gets out of a session! Saddle Fitting is one of them. Check out our site to add this to your horses next session!

03/19/2023

Calming Canter has many tools/ techniques used to maximize what your horse gets out of a session! Craniosacral Therapy is one of them. Reach out to Jocelyn if you want more Information on how CST could benefit your horse!

03/18/2023

Calming Canter has many tools/ techniques used to maximize what your horse gets out of a session! Kinesiology Taping is one of them. Check out our site to add this to your horses next session!

03/17/2023

From all of us at Calming Canter!

03/14/2023

Did you know horses can benefit from Aromatherapy like humans? Jocelyn is certified in providing equine aromatherapy and is a service you can add-on to your horses massage. For more information visit our site under aromatherapy.

03/13/2023

Are you and your horse struggling with any of the things below? We can help!

03/12/2023

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03/12/2023

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03/11/2023

Due to recent inquiries we wanted to let everyone know! We will update the site and here when we are accepting more training clients. We have multiple opening for new massage clients!

03/10/2023

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03/09/2023

Equine Myofasical Release is base massage technique used in our program! Below can answer a lot of questions you may have. If you still have questions that are un answered you can always reach out to us at [email protected] or check out our website!