Hoof and Paw - Equine

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It was lovely to meet my client’s new pony & a beautiful sunny day to boot.

I also provide bodywork services for dogs!

I had the pleasure of providing a full bodywork session for this gentle giant today, such a gentleman! 🐾 ❤️

Another beautiful mare for bodywork today plus the bonus of a sunny day.
🗓️ Upper Hutt visit - one spot left, Saturday 27th June. DM to book!

I so enjoyed getting to know this mare today, wonderful to work with for her full bodywork session.

Snoozy pony post-bodywork session ❤️

A beautiful, sunny Wairarapa day for bodywork. This big lad was a joy to work with 🥰
Find out more about my equine bodywork services and round pen hire at https://www.hoofandpaw.co.nz/equine-bodywork

A beautiful day in Upper Hutt, the lull before the storm forecast tomorrow. Four bodywork sessions, youngsters up to oldies. Batten down the hatches everyone & I hope you & your ponies stay safe.

🌟 Stimulate your horse’s fascia by grooming 🌟 This is a very interesting article from a UK-based vet on the difference a good groom can make to how your horse’s body functions.

Hi guys! Only me… but can you all do me one favour!? 🙃

Get one of these, or a rubber curry comb, and give your horse a good, vigorous groom. Not just a quick flick with the brush, but a proper 20/30 minute rub down.

Yes, coats are changing and it can help to lift the moulting hair and dander… but it is also for another reason — fascia.

I remember when I was younger being taught how to groom a horse. I remember so clearly being told how important it was to use a curry comb vigorously to stimulate the circulatory system, remove debris and moulting hair. I remember my instructor telling me that I hadn’t done it long enough, and making me put down other brushes and go back to curry combing.

Not that I knew it at the time, but this was so important. By using a curry comb, over simply a desheding tool and a brush, we are bringing circulation to the skin, fascia and muscles. This brings warmth, healing, and the break down of tight fascia. I can always tell when a horse has had a groom using this method vs. not!

So, let’s not forget the old school curry combing to promote a healthy coat but also release some fascia! 🤍✨

20m round pen available for hire! Located on SH2 at Kiriwhakapapa, Masterton approximately 15 minutes from Solway Showgrounds. Easy drive on access with parking for floats & trucks. Cold water wash bay. DM for more information.