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Bodywork Based Rehab and Neuromuscular Reeducation

02/08/2025

Alright, let's go back to this post.

I asked what you guys thought about saddle fit. Didn't get a lot of comments, but I did get some messages.

First things first, it is ALWAYS ok to comment and ask questions. There is absolutely no such thing as a stupid question.

This saddle does not fit this horse. It's sits too close to the withers, the bars are too tight to the shoulders, it has a short bridge in the back, the latigo rings pinch the ribcage, and the two horizontal conches do not sit level. There are other factors at play but these are the fairly major flaws that cannot be overlooked in this case. This horse has 3 light touches of kissing spine, so if course we want to protect her back as much as possible in every way we can.

But how do you know when your western saddle doesn't fit when you don't have access to a fitter or money for a class?

Here's what you need to know:

Proper Western Saddle Fit & Common Errors

A properly fitting Western saddle is crucial for your horse’s comfort, performance, and long-term soundness. Here’s a guide on how to ensure a good fit and avoid common mistakes.

✓✓Key Aspects of Proper Western Saddle Fit

1. Gullet Width & Clearance:
The gullet should provide 2-3 fingers of clearance over the withers when the rider is mounted.
Too narrow = pinching and discomfort.
Too wide = saddle sits too low, causing pressure points.

2. Bar Angle & Length:
Bars should match the shape of the horse’s back.
Too steep = pinching at the top.
Too flat = lack of contact, causing instability.
Length should not extend beyond the horse’s last rib.

3. Even Contact: The bars should distribute weight evenly across the horse’s back.
Rocking or bridging (gaps under the bars) can lead to pressure sores.

4. Shoulder Freedom: The saddle should allow free movement of the scapula (shoulder blade).
A saddle that’s too restrictive can cause short strides and resistance.

5. Seat & Balance:The saddle should sit level on the horse’s back, not tilted forward or backward.
Rider should feel balanced, not tipped forward or forced into a chair seat.

6. Skirt Fit & Length: The skirt should not be too long, as it can interfere with the horse’s movement, especially in short-backed horses.

7. Cinch & Rigging Position: The cinch should sit behind the horse’s elbow, not too far forward to avoid rubbing.
Different rigging options (full, 7/8, 3/4) affect fit and pressure distribution.

✓✓Common Western Saddle Fit Errors

1. Too Narrow or Too Wide of a Tree: A narrow tree pinches the withers and causes pain.
A wide tree collapses on the withers and spine.

2. Bridging: If the saddle only contacts the front and rear with a gap in the middle, it causes pressure points at those two areas.

3. Rocking: A saddle that moves front to back like a seesaw creates instability and sore spots.

4. Excessive Wither Pressure: If the saddle sits too low, it will put direct pressure on the withers, causing white hairs or sores over time.

5. Improper Cinching: Over-tightening the cinch can restrict movement and cause discomfort.
Placing the cinch too far forward can interfere with the horse’s elbow.

6. Saddle Placed Too Far Forward: This restricts shoulder movement and often results in a hollow back and discomfort.

7. Using Too Much Padding to Fix Poor Fit: A thick pad will not fix a poorly fitting saddle; it can make the problem worse by increasing pressure points.

✓✓How to Check Saddle Fit

Place the saddle without a pad and check for even contact.

Slide your hand under the bars to feel for pressure points.

Observe the horse’s movement and behavior (pinning ears, bucking, reluctance to move).

After riding, check for dry spots (indicating pressure points) and soreness.

A proper saddle fit ensures comfort, prevents injury, and improves performance. If in doubt, have me check it during your next session.

Take care 😘

02/06/2025

Did everyone see our facility opening has now been pushed to March 6? I posted the commercial wonderfully made by our dear friends at GGP on my personal page (seriously if you need some good videos made, call them). That's my birthday so hopefully it will be the greatest. Stay tuned for the delay relay of information 🤣😭😁😂😄😆😅

In the meantime don't forget about our customer appreciation $55 haul in day. Lauren and I will be here and she can see humans and equines with her cryo set. These are rare and go quickly, and this will be the last opportunity for this kind of discount until April.

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02/05/2025

Update: a small handful of horses booked within 5 minutes of posting. Afternoon appointments are the only ones that available. Thanks, y'all.

!!LAST MINUTE BODYWORK OPENINGS FOR THURSDAY, FEB 6TH!!

I had a haul in appointment for 3 horses need to switch days, and then my afternoon barn for the day moved to the weekend. This gives me an unexpected day off, or...

You are welcome to take this opportunity to haul in for a discounted rate of $75 for full sessions, or I can make a trip to you. I will gift you a free travel fee for the day if you would like to book.

If you are on my books, and want to move to the 6th just let me know. If you're new to me or my books this gives you an opening to jump on board.

Days like these are rare so they go faster than a rat up a drainpipe.

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02/01/2025

Good Saturday morning. Hopefully you are doing well and dry after yesterday's rain.

I'm finishing out some new certifications, one of which is a western saddle master fitting certification. I don't want to be a saddle fitter, I just want to give better information for those of you that struggle in this area. My observations from this past week are loaded, but I'm still going to insist that kissing spine is a soft tissue injury caused by humans and poor saddle fit. All horses will show kissing spine pathology at some point in their life. It's the pain response and soft tissues that must be managed. Yes, I will still die on that hill.

Saddle Fit and Kissing Spine in Horses

Saddle fit is crucial in preventing and managing kissing spine (overriding dorsal spinous processes) and soft tissue injuries in horses. An ill-fitting saddle can contribute to pain, poor posture, and compensatory movement patterns, worsening these conditions.

How Saddle Fit Affects Kissing Spine

Excessive Pressure: A saddle that is too tight or bridges can increase pressure on the thoracic spine, worsening kissing spine.

Poor Weight Distribution: An unbalanced saddle causes the horse to brace its back, reducing core engagement and increasing strain on the spine.

Restricted Shoulder Movement: A saddle that pinches the shoulders or sits too far forward can alter the horse’s biomechanics, leading to stiffness and improper back usage.

Saddle Fit for Horses with Kissing Spine

Ensure Proper Tree Width: A tree that is too narrow or too wide causes uneven weight distribution.

Check Panel Contact: The saddle should distribute pressure evenly across the horse’s back.

Girth Positioning: A forward girth groove can pull the saddle forward, increasing pressure on the withers and spine.

Consider Therapeutic Pads: Memory foam, gel, or shimming pads can help relieve pressure points, but only when used correctly.

Soft Tissue Injuries and Saddle Fit

Soft tissue injuries (such as ligament and muscle strains) are often linked to poor saddle fit due to:

Asymmetry in Muscles: Uneven pressure from a saddle can cause muscle atrophy on one side.

Girth-Related Strains: A tight or unevenly adjusted girth can strain the pectoral muscles and affect movement.

Back and SI Strains: Poor fit leads to chronic back tension, possibly affecting the sacroiliac region.

Preventing Soft Tissue Injuries

Regular Saddle Fit Evaluations: Horses change shape with training, weight fluctuations, and aging.

Corrective Bodywork & Rehab: Massage, stretching, and in-hand work can help maintain soft tissue health.

Strengthening Exercises: Pole work, long and low exercises, and core activation work help support the back.

The other 4 of my certifications for 2025 I am so excited to share with you in the coming weeks. At least one of them will be another game changer! The barn build has had some rainy day delays like every other build, but it's still trucking along.

Check out this saddle check I did last week. What are your thoughts based solely on the images I've shared here? I'll share mine in a day or so.

Stay dry and enjoy your horses

01/31/2025

I forgot about hot topic Tuesday...so lets just say this is today's salt lick Friday.

I have had some things heavy on my mind, mostly how to better serve all of you and maintain the quality of work you deserve and are used to during a time of such tremendous change. And if we are being honest, sometimes the circumstances that make me work harder to maintain integrity are making me salty as a beach bag. One of those is when I see people new to the industry and/or offering free services and tip of the iceberg information that undercuts all of us directly.

When "Free" Isn’t Really Free

Let’s talk about something that’s been happening more and more—people rolling into town and a few new locals fresh out of school offering free clinics and free services, and then heading right back out or to the next area to offer more. At first glance, it might seem like a great opportunity, but here’s the reality: it undercuts all professionals local and abroad.

Those of us who have spent years investing in education, hands-on experience, and ongoing training to provide top-tier services are now being overshadowed by people giving out just enough tidbits to seem helpful—but not enough to actually create lasting results. And what happens next? Those same people are gone, whether by burnout or they've gone back home, and the already established professionals are left picking up the pieces when things don’t improve (or worse, go wrong).

Because of this, I’ve made the difficult decision to pull all EquiForum clinics for at least the spring. I simply cannot get them booked when others are offering free, tip-of-the-iceberg information that doesn’t create real change. I may look into offering these as webinars instead, where I can ensure the quality and depth of information that actually helps horse owners.

Quality service isn’t about quick fixes or flashy free events. It’s about experience, dedication, and the relationships built within the community. So before jumping on the “free” train, ask yourself—who will be here next week, next month, or next year when you really need help? Support the professionals who are invested in YOU for the long haul.

01/31/2025

So, we meet again. No one guessed the correct book missing from the shelf, and that's ok because anyone that guessed either guessed a book on another shelf or a class I haven't finished yet and put on the shelf.

I guess you guys know me pretty well, actually.

The book I took down for review is the text from my Holistic Anatomical Studies of the Equine Hoof and Tooth. I needed to go back through and verify information before I explained to a client that her horse not chewing correctly has a lot to do with its hoof care. I needed the right information in the right order, and often times I can find it on my shelf of wealthy knowledge. (I'm still amazed that one day very soon, I will have my own text from my own classes on the same shelf...I'm just a few videos and pictures short still)

Some of you have heard me preach these concepts, and other just a brief mention. But let's review: Your horse’s body is one interconnected system, and imbalances in one area often lead to problems elsewhere.

€€ Poor hoof balance affects posture and movement, causing compensation patterns that put strain on the poll, TMJ, and jaw alignment.
€€ A misaligned body leads to uneven wear on the teeth, affecting chewing efficiency and digestion.
€€ Over time, this can result in weight loss, discomfort, and performance struggles.

This obviously is a watered down small portion of a very intricate system, and I will urge you all again to ask your farrier to answer your questions with a solid education of how the hoof is designed, how it works, and why they are shaping it the way they are.

If they don't know the answer to your question, the important part is that they will tell you so, go find the information, and share it with you.

If they give you an answer that makes no sense? Ask for clarification, or ask what you can read to help educate you.

And, before anyone says anything, yes the image in the bottom left corner is of a cribber's teeth. Look at the wear and tear on the feet and knees on the image in the upper left corner: also a cribber. Perhaps in cribbers the pattern could run from tooth to hoof. Think of the posture implications all the way through: if they can't stand correctly, they can't chew correctly. And vise versa.

Simple connections like these will always make a huge difference in your horse's posture.

As always, everyone is welcome to comment and have civilized conversation in the comments below.

Talk soon,

01/30/2025

Which one of you knows me the best?

What text belongs in the blank spot?

Who knows what I'm reviewing tonight for a case tomorrow?

This might be fun 😊😉

I'll tell you and fill you in on why I was reviewing older school texts when I return home tomorrow

01/29/2025

Don't forget about the half off haul ins Feb 3rd and 10th.

Appointments required and there are only 5 left.

Remember that Lauren will have her cryo equipment available for everyone, even us humans

01/27/2025

1000 likes giveaway winners:
$50 credit goes to Ashley McEntyre
And
Free Equine Health and Emergency First Aid Class goes to

Look forward to seeing you both!

01/25/2025

First Aid Friday!
A day late, but it's alright because I'm in Cu***ng today teaching a first aid class all day!

So why not!

Here we are with lower leg care during cold weather.

I know we've talked about it before, but as a reminder the lower limbs of a horse have no muscle mass from the knee/hock down. The lower limbs rely entirely on bones, ligaments, and hoof to support movement and absorb the stresses of daily performance and daily activities. This makes them both incredible and vulnerable.

Key considerations for lower limb care:
1. Protection: Tendons and ligaments are prone to strain and injury. Support you horse with properly fitted boots or wraps during intense activity.
2. Early detection: Swelling, heat, or changes in gait are signs of trouble. Check legs daily to catch issues early.
3. Cooling therapy: After exercise or injury, cold therapy reduces inflammation and supports recovery.
4. Bandaging skills: Know how to apply a safe and effective wrap. An improperly wrapped leg can cause more harm than good.

With no muscle to buffer impact or concussion, injuries to the lower limbs have a tendency to heal slower and can escalate quickly if untreated. Proper first aid and proactive care can save your horse from long-term issues and keep them moving comfortably.

Enjoy your weekend, remember Monday is the random draw for a $50 credit towards services and a free equine first aid class. If you haven't already put your name in the kitty, scroll back a few posts and do so asap!

Don't forget about the two customer appreciation days in February!

Have a great weekend.

01/24/2025

Educated hands make a dramatic difference 🙌🙌🤯🤯

Yesterday I saw Ambelina, who presented with short strides in both hind legs but more so on the right side. When asked to back up, she all but sat down and when walking forward there is no heel to toe movement in the hind and no rotation of movement through the rear fetlocks/short pastern.

This mare has a troubled groin, and I believe she has a compressed femoral nerve. (I have no proof of a compressed nerve, except for my education and experience in dealing with the sacrum.) Her sacral plexus is a mess.

In the pictures below, you can see her dysfunction from beside, behind, and beneath. On the behind image, I have drawn a red line where the dysfunction shows from the hind and a green line for what it should look like. That being said, we can't just look at her from behind can we? Well you could. But the image taken from underneath shows a different view. It shows an exact opposite compensation pattern. Obviously, she needs a bit of unwinding, and a bit of chiropractic care. Don't worry, Dr Zach will be there in between now and my next visit to help set those nerves free and aid in the neuromuscular education. The before and after pictures show a little improvement behind, but I'll share again after the next session since it's usually session 2 or 3 that will show a huge difference here. I elected not to do a groin release session due to her being cold and emotional about other releases and will do that next go round.

If your horse struggles with tightness, short strides, or resistance to stretching, Groin tension is likely the culprit.

Groin release techniques are a game-changer for:
>Improving range of motion
>Reducing discomfort in the hindquarters
>Enhancing overall performance

A proper groin release session can help your horse move freely and comfortably, whether in the arena, on the trail, or in daily turnout.

Horses like Ambelina are reasons that you, and anyone that handles your horse in any manner needs to look at the whole picture. Follow along for more!

I'm booking into end of March and early April, but there are some openings for haul ins and a few new appointments. If you are an existing client, do not worry if you are not on the schedule for those months yet: I have built in hours set aside for all of you. The rehab center is coming along and hopefully we won't have more delays than we are already dealing with. I do have 6 in house rehab boarders waiting on me, and I'm hopeful that we will hit no more snags.

Anyhow, take a peek at the images of Ambelina and think about how looking at the entire horse makes the best therapeutic outcome.

Any questions? Please feel free to ask them below, or message me.

01/23/2025

January 8 of this year, I made a post about the lumbosacral junction and how important it is to maintain and stay vigilant in those efforts. If you need a review, please feel free to scroll down and grab the refresher.

Today, we are talking a little more about what I call "the hind-third." It's that all important hindquarters and leg. Unfortunately, it's an often overlooked area that can and will cause referred dysfunction if left to its own devices.

The key to equine performance is to understand the functional anatomy and biomechanics of all of the body's influences, or lack of influence.

Back to the rabbit hole, yall:

The hindquarters are the powerhose of your horse's movement, and their function is heavily influenced by the lumbar vertebrae, sacrum, pelvis, femur, stifle, hock, and the connections between them. Let's break it down!

**Lumbar Vertebrae and Sacrum
The lumbar vertebrae connect the spine to the pelvis, providing stability and flexibility. The sacrum is fused to the pelvis, forming the foundation for the horse's hind end movement. (The lumbosacral joint is where these two meet)
**Why does it matter?
Misalignment or tension here can cause stiffness in the back, which in turn reduces stride length and affects overall performance.

^^Pelvis
The pelvis acts as the anchor for the hind legs, transferring power generated by the hindquarters to the rest of the body. Key attachments include the gluteal muscles and ligaments that influence forward propulsion.
^^Why does it matter?
Tight or imbalanced muscles around the pelvis can lead to uneven gaits or difficulty engaging the hind end.

%%Femur and Stifle
The femur is the largest bone in the horse's body, connecting the pelvis to the stifle joint. The stifle is equivalent to the human knee and is critical for flexion and stability during movement.
%%Why does it matter?
Restricted stifle function can cause reluctance to pick up leads, jump, or work effectively under saddle.

>>From Hock to Stifle
The hock and stifle work in harmony, creating the suspension system of the hindquarters. Healthy coordination ensures efficient power transfer and reduces strain on the joints.
>>Why does it matter?
Uneven pressure here can lead to compensatory issues, affecting the entire body.

Targeted bodywork improves circulation, releases tension, and promotes proper alignment in these critical areas. By addressing restriction in the hindquarters, we enhance performance, prevent injury, and support your horse's natural movement patterns.

Up next: First Aid Friday! And then I'll see you again on the 27th for the 1000 followers giveaways!

01/21/2025

!!HOT topic Tuesday!!

Veterinarians play a vital role in equine health, but it’s important to understand that most vet schools prioritize traditional medicine in their curriculum. This includes a heavy focus on pharmacology, surgical techniques, and diagnostics—essential skills for saving lives and treating acute conditions.

However, alternative therapies like acupuncture, chiropractic care, and herbal medicine are often left out or touched on briefly. These holistic methods can sometimes provide incredible results when combined with traditional approaches.

It’s not about replacing vets, but about understanding their training focus and knowing when to ask questions or explore complementary treatments.

Have you tried combining traditional vet care with alternative therapies? What’s worked for you and your horse? Let’s talk!

01/20/2025

Well, that didn't last as long as I thought it would! 1000 followers today, and in short order. What a milestone for me!

I'm thrilled to celebrate this milestone with you, my amazing community of people who have always shown such support and faith in me and my hands. To show my gratitude, I'm hosting a special giveaway, and offering 2 days of extreme discounts! After all, it is unfair to give only 2 gifts when it took literally 1000 people to get here!

Prizes:
1-$50 credit toward any service.
1-Free Enrollment in one of our Equine First Aid Classes.
How to Enter:
>>Like this post.
>>Tag 2 friends in the comments who love their equine companions.
>> I will do a random draw January 27 and post it here.

Extreme discount HAUL-IN days:
Monday Feb 3
Monday Feb 10.
Details for those days:

01/19/2025

999 followers, one of my very favorite numbers! At 1000, someone is going to win something! I don't know what yet but I'll let you know when it rolls across my brain.

This video came up in my personal memories today.

Sweet Cash had a headache for sure!

While we wait for the one more follow to roll across my feed, take a look and see what kinesiology tape can do for our athletes!

Cash's case:
Her owner came home one afternoon and discovered Cash standing in a really dirty fly mask when they were feeding. When they removed the fly mask, the front of her face was fileted and smashed. No idea what happened, but her skull is now 20+ bone chips shorter than it once was.

Cyra asked if there was anything I could do to help and after making my, "well, I can try..." face things changed in short order. We did some craniosacral therapy and I custom designed her tribal like taping to help with the swelling, realign the skull plates, ease her discomfort, and help disperse any bone chips not flushed out. We did get the swelling to go down and the headache to leave, and we also flushed out a few parietal bone chips just underneath her right eye.

The video shows all of the changes we were able to make over a very short period of time.

In the next post, I will go into more clinical details about the taping BUT it will likely be after the return of Hot Topic Tuesday where things can get a little controversial!

Enjoy!

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!!HOT topic Tuesday!! Veterinarians play a vital role in equine health, but it’s important to understand that most vet schools prioritize traditional medicine in their curriculum. This includes a heavy focus on pharmacology, surgical techniques, and diagnostics—essential skills for saving lives and treating acute conditions. However, alternative therapies like acupuncture, chiropractic care, and herbal medicine are often left out or touched on briefly. These holistic methods can sometimes provide incredible results when combined with traditional approaches. It’s not about replacing vets, but about understanding their training focus and knowing when to ask questions or explore complementary treatments. Have you tried combining traditional vet care with alternative therapies? What’s worked for you and your horse? Let’s talk!

Cash

999 followers, one of my very favorite numbers! At 1000, someone is going to win something! I don't know what yet but I'll let you know when it rolls across my brain. This video came up in my personal memories today. Sweet Cash had a headache for sure! While we wait for the one more follow to roll across my feed, take a look and see what kinesiology tape can do for our athletes! Cash's case: Her owner came home one afternoon and discovered Cash standing in a really dirty fly mask when they were feeding. When they removed the fly mask, the front of her face was fileted and smashed. No idea what happened, but her skull is now 20+ bone chips shorter than it once was. Cyra asked if there was anything I could do to help and after making my, "well, I can try..." face things changed in short order. We did some craniosacral therapy and I custom designed her tribal like taping to help with the swelling, realign the skull plates, ease her discomfort, and help disperse any bone chips not flushed out. We did get the swelling to go down and the headache to leave, and we also flushed out a few parietal bone chips just underneath her right eye. The video shows all of the changes we were able to make over a very short period of time. In the next post, I will go into more clinical details about the taping BUT it will likely be after the return of Hot Topic Tuesday where things can get a little controversial! Enjoy!

My favorite befores and afters of 2024...new years day I will share the best save of my career to date. Who do you think it is? Tomorrow I will resume the 12 days of Christmas.

Sometimes, it's all about working through older restrictions that were likely present before a more crucial-to-treat injury. This sweet mare was treated for bilateral degenerative proximal suspensory issues that had also affected her right stifle. I met her probably 2 months ago as she was coming off of a list of year long restrictions and was beginning her journey back into riding once a week. She was doing great until her right hamstring gathered up in tension and her stifle presented more resistance. It almost presented as stringhalt except that once I worked on it, it did soften and want to normalize. (The vet comes Tuesday, so we will know for sure soon enough. I'm not a vet so diagnosis is theirs to make of course) She recieved an Infrared therapy session,(one of my favorite things and one I'll be writing a course for next year ✨️ 😉), my cryo ball, some cupping, and some kinesiology tape applied to the area. Hopefully this soft tissue adjustment will hold and we can get some modification in movement. Today, I have chicken in the roaster for dumplings tonight, goats being delivered, and a trail ride in my sight. Stay tuned for some great rehab cases and a really great hot topic Tuesday! Enjoy your weekend, but as always please feel free to ask questions or have conversations here! I'll answer later today May all your rehabs stick

One of my hot topic maybe controversial topics is or could be starting horses young. I'm not going to delve into it just now, but I do want to reiterate one very important thing: When you start them young, please be aware of the rest and digest phase. This is 50% of the vagus nerve's job. Without this very important function, the body begins to stay in a neuromuscular imbalance. This is often caused by being started young, placing a lot of responsibility on the horse, and not giving their brains and bodies enough time to marinate in the things they've learned. Without time to decompress, their bodies will stay in work mode longer and biofeedback systems will head into overdrive in effort to try to compensate for things their body can only achieve when it's in its rest and digest phase. This in turn causes weight loss, fascial restrictions, gastrointestinal upsets, lower numbers on the body scale, headaches, lethargy, and so much more than I can cover in this post. Basically the take away from this conversation (I will expand later. I'm exhausted 😩) is that when you start them young, you need to allow equal time for them to go out and process the joys of just being a horse so their bodies can return to normal states of balance.

I just needed to take a break and appreciate the beauty of my clients and how much dedication and love they pour into their horses day in and day out. This is the best example of how a program that provides good nutrition, body balance, maintenance programming, proper and centered riding, and love and respect from all the handlers can impact the horses at your barn. Sure makes for happy horses that love their job. All it takes is a good maintenance program that encompasses all care (doesn't even have to be the best care, just a careful eye and attention to detail) from hoof to tooth. This is the reason I have worked so many years to have good and faithful relationships with all of you, and all of your dentists, chiropractors, farriers, veterinarians, nutritionists, osteopaths, and natural paths. Maybe you don't need all of them, but I guarantee you need at least 3 of us at any given moment in your horse's life. They say collaboration happens at the top, and I know this to be correct. Everyone benefits when everyone works together, most especially your horses. Just take a moment and appreciate the beauty of this moment of my view while working another horse. Look at how quiet, skilled, and happy this horse and Rider pair is. Look at their dedication to eachother, and look at the freedom this stallion has to freely move his body. Look at the history and culture in this moment. This is that product. A well bred horse with a whole body maintenance program being ridden by a highly educated and kind seat. (These are all andalusan or andalusan/Spanish dancing horse studs, literally straight out of Spain. So much culture in this barn) Anyways, I'm off to work so I can take some time off this weekend. Enjoy your Labor Day weekend. #naturalbeautychallengegotnothingontheseguys #stilldontmissthatofficejob #butthatsuckyofficejobsurebuiltsomegoodskillsthatiusetoday

Updates to in-state service area, apologies in advance... This year has been a difficult and transitory year for my little family. Our youngest child has turned 15 and starts high-school this year (he also starts and finishes his school day later), epm hit one of our senior horses, two other horses turned completely metabolic, my speaking engagement calendar blew up, and Travis opened his own guitar tech and recording studio. In the middle of all of this we have been slowly pecking away at polishing off the rehab center on our facilities set to open (if the creek don't rise 🤷🏼‍♀️) either December or January, which has until this posting been quietly moved from summer/fall of 2025 because we were way further ahead than I thought we were. All great problems to have, but due to that some really hard decisions have had to be made. One of those is reducing my in-state travel radius and being more readily available for 1)haul ins 2)immediate injury/rehab availabilities 3)making room for those future rehab stays at our facilities and 4)the wonderful locals that are close to within 50 miles of Newnan. Anything that is over the 50 mile radius is subject to an increased travel fee no matter the number of horses, so long as the gas prices stay as high as they have been. There is another post coming about the fee schedule but you won't see that one until the end of the year if and when there are any changes. If you haven't heard from me about this new arrangement yet, you are likely not affected. This does not affect anyone on any of these state lines, or over them: ga/fl, ga/al, ga/sc, ga/tn. It also does not affect those anyone that I travel to that require overnight stays or those that I catch on the way back home from those stays. This was a very difficult decision to make and honestly I'm sad about it. But as sad as I am about it, I am very very excited for everything else that's coming from me to you. I am truly blessed to have such a supportive client

Proprioceptive Therapy Day for Remington and his locking stifle (surgical repair with a previous owner). Sometimes a locking stifle, other such stifle injuries, or stifle issues that still occur after surgery don't always stem from the connective tissues but instead can be caused by a dysfunction in the stay apparatus. During proprioceptive therapies, horses sway and self stretch. When they go through these motions they work their core muscles and exercise the lock and load mechanism of the stay apparatus. This will eventually over time decrease the occurrence of locking stifle and increase comfort as he heads back into work. Bubbles the donkey wanted to try it too

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