WHY
BODYWORK FOR YOUR HORSE
Is
your horse sore, injured, just a little off on his leads and transitions or
suddenly exhibiting behavioral problems? Have you noticed a gradual decline in
performance? Are certain patterns or movements suddenly difficult for your
horse? Does your horse have a recurring, hard to pinpoint lameness?
 | Dislikes being groomed |
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Prefers one rein |
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Show lateral stiffness |
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Reluctant to canter on one lead |
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Head tilting |
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Hollow backed |
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High headed |
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Head shaking |
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Bucking |
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Cold backed when tacked up |
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Lack of poll flexion and bend |
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Have an uneven stride |
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Holding the tail to one side |
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Refusing or resisting leads |
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Head and neck discomfort |
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Shortened strides "Hind leg scuffing" |
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Hip and shoulder lameness |
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Improper tracking |
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Girthing problems |
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Unhappy attitude |
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Loss of performance and or ability |
Is his skeletal conformation causing additional strain on his deep and superficial muscles . Dawn as an Equine Body Worker fully assesses conformation issues in her initial session.
IS
MY HORSE IN PAIN - HOW DOES HE TELL ME
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Moving
away from your hands |
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Nipping
and Nudging |
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Excessive
Self Grooming |
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Stamping
Hooves, pawing |
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Mouth
Tight |
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Ears
Back |
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Eyes
Becoming Small |
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Nostrils
Tightening |
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Pursed
Lips |
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Anxiety and discomnfort |
Reactions
can vary is degrees, the horse is an excellent communicator understanding his
language is the development of greater understanding and more holistic approach
towards his care and well-being
