Equine Massage Therapy
It was long. It was tough. And I’m sure glad it’s behind us now. But this winter did afford a few lessons and insights I thought I’d share.
There are some things each of us need, (like being around horses!), to stay functional as human beings in the world. … Read the rest
Ride regularly, and then ride some more
Regular riding is important for my horse’s body and my mind. But at his age (22 this year) we don’t push it too hard. So this year I’d also like to ride some more – with a coach, on another horse. … Read the rest
There are some books that will always have a place on my bookshelf…
by Sally Swift
Anatomy, the use of imagery as a tool to enhance riding (and one could even say life) skills, and an understanding of how the mind affects the body, underlie much of what is great about both editions of this book. … Read the rest
Peterborough, Ontario
574 County Rd 28 & Zion Line
Centreville Presbyterian Church Hall
(one km south of the Millbrook turn)
Thursday December 5, 2013 – 7pm
“Winter care for your horse’s muscles and back” – Lindsay Day, REMT
“Winter nutrition management: – Hilary Croft, Shur Gain Equine Feed Advisor
“Demystifying deworming programs” – Stuart Cullen, Vetoquinol
Join us for this FREE educational evening, with food, fun and door prizes to be had! … Read the rest
Do horses naturally have a dominant side or is this something we inadvertently develop in them as a result of our riding and training?
Many mammalian species, like people, exhibit a preference for using one side of their body over the other — and do so with greater strength, co-ordination and dexterity than with the less favoured side. … Read the rest
Research into the detection of subtle lameness in racehorses and new methods of monitoring equine tendon injury and healing are among the research projects to be funded in 2013 by the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation.
The racing industry in North America has long been one of the most significant contributors of funding for equine research projects that help improve the health and welfare of horses, through the development of targeted treatments, refined diagnostics and an improved understanding of equine disease processes. … Read the rest
Equine Massage I travel throughout Southern Ontario for equine massage appointments, with two main service areas centring around: Guelph & the … Read more...
Equine massage therapy can be a powerful tool in relieving the tension and restrictions that develop in a horse’s muscles and associated connective tissues. Like us, horses develop aches and pains and areas … Read More...
Lindsay Day, REMT phone: (226) 820-2526 email: lindsay [at] eqmassage.ca Lindsay is currently based in the Guelph, Ontario area and offers equine massage therapy services throughout Southern and Central
