ByRobyn Harris
Given that horses are such sensitive animals it is also very important for us to take good care of ourselves. This is true physically, emotionally and mentally as any imbalances could affect the horse and his behaviour in negative ways: If we are physically out of balance then this will affect how we sit on…
ByRobyn Harris
If you find that things are not going well in a session with your horse, consider the factors that could be influencing his behaviour, for example: is he in pain? (eg injury or uncomfortable tack) is he bored? (eg has he been doing the same thing for several days in a row / is he…
ByRobyn Harris
The tension that we sometimes see in our domestic herds is due to the unnatural conditions in which we keep our horses. There could be perceived competition for precious resources – eg food, water or space – or frequent changes in their surroundings or herd members resulting in them exhibiting stressed behaviours. In addition, when…
ByTeri Dluznieski
We talk about our pets as being special. Many of us swear our pets have gifts, can read our minds, know what we are thinking.. more, know what we are feeling, and anticipate our needs. I think a lot more information from animals is available to us than we realise. They communicate powerfully on many…
ByRobyn Harris
In this series of 5 blogs I will look at the interaction between our horses and ourselves: how we can develop a deeper understanding and connection with our equines how having us in their lives affects them how we can do our best for the horses in our care The traditional approach to working…
ByRobyn Harris
When talking about body language, another point I’d like to mention is that, just like us, the horse’s body language obviously shows how he’s feeling. But the reverse is also true – ie the shape we encourage him to hold will affect how he feels. Just as the act of smiling and standing up straight…
ByTeri Dluznieski
Animals have a huge power to affect change and healing. I think they help bring us back to who we are, or could be/ want to be.. our own best selves reflect in their eyes. They meet us in the present, respond predominantly to what we bring to them in that moment- and yet remind…
ByRobyn Harris
Another common concern is when people see their horse standing still with his head lowered for periods of time. Is he depressed? Or is he just resting? Horses can sleep standing up, due to an inbuilt locking mechanism in their legs, meaning that they can stay upright without any conscious effort on their part. Their…
ByRobyn Harris
One question that people often ask is: How can I tell if my horse is in pain? The signals given by a horse in pain will vary depending on the horse and the location and severity of the pain. Any sudden, unexplainable, change of behaviour could be due to pain and so it is worth…
ByCatherine Green
I recently had the pleasure of meeting an esteemed animal communicator and healer at a Mind, Body and Spirit event. Sky Heartsong is a very lovely and gentle lady who has recently moved over from America and is now spending time in the UK, helping people to heal and care for animals in need. When…
ByRobyn Harris
In the following diagrams I will look at each feature in isolation, but this can be misleading. These comments are therefore just a guideline. You will need to take the whole face and body into consideration. For example, if the ears are facing slightly backwards the horse could be listening to something going on behind…
ByCatherine Green
I could not pass up the opportunity to mention my gorgeous four-legged baby. He is my Boy, my first child, my darling dog, Baxter. Yes, I am a dog lover. And technically, Baxter is not my first doggy child. Before him I had Toby, a handsome Yorkshire Terrier, who died when he was 11. Baxter…