Services
Equine massage
Equine bodywork improves your horse’s physical, mental, and emotional capacity to do her job. For more on how a massage practitioner supports optimal health, read this brochure (PDF).
Bodies are complex, dynamic systems that absorb stresses every day. Once your horse’s body has released the blockages and tension from a specific trauma, regular treatment — for example, once a month — helps her stay in balance and prevent future injury.
A massage generally lasts about an hour to an hour and a half, longer or shorter depending on how well the horse is engaged.
Three parts of a session
Consultation / assessment
Liw talks with you about the health and history of the horse, and observes how your horse is moving from the front and rear, and at multiple gaits as appropriate.
Hands-on
The treatment itself. Liw includes your horse’s movement and attention, working with the horse to treat the areas that impact movement and to address blockages.
Reassessment
At the close of the session, Liw checks the releases achieved and offers recommendations for after-care and follow-up treatments.
Massage is best in a setting that is comfortable and has minimal distractions. While grooming can be relaxing, it is best if the horse is reasonably groomed before the session so that time is not taken from the massage.
Finding Quiet Equine provides performance-enhancing treatments to complement regular veterinary care. Always consult your veterinarian for diagnosis and treatment of injuries and health-related issues.
Where Liw works
The practice is located in southern Ontario horse country around the Georgian Triangle (Simcoe, Grey, and Dufferin counties). Liw is also frequently in Waterloo and Wellington counties, and can schedule barn days in that region.
The first step is to contact Liw to arrange to meet and work with your horse.