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Listen to your Horse by Tracy Starr

Have you ever tried to run a race with shoes that don’t fit? Or spent the day at work with a throbbing toothache? How about with a sore back; are you an enthusiastic dance partner? Chances are pretty high that your demeanor was less than pleasant and those who are closest to you took the brunt of your discomfort.

What about your horse? Have you ever thought about how he feels when the saddle pinches his back every time he moves? Or when he can’t finish his breakfast because of his toothache? You can bet that he is not behaving or performing his best. Unfortunately the horse has to rely on his owner or caregiver to be observant enough to first recognize that there is a problem, and knowledgeable enough to be able to find appropriate resources to help address the issue.

Equine BodyWorks Inc. provides courses that address the needs of the horse by giving horse owners and caregivers an opportunity to learn about current and practical solutions to health care issues. Courses are offered in saddle fitting, equine nutrition, exercise physiology, equine anatomy, biomechanics, horse body-language, principles of farrier science and dentistry, and equine massage. Classes are held in both Calgary, Alberta and Newmarket, Ontario. Instructors such as Dr. Kerry Ridgway, Debranne Pattillo, Patrick Riley, Dr. Stephen Wickler, and Dr. Hilary Clayton are chosen based on their expertise and ability to teach. We are very proud of our extensive list of excellent instructors.

For every person who takes the time and effort to come to even one class, the result will be that at least one horse’s daily life will be improved. For this reason, Equine BodyWorks Inc. welcomes anyone who is interested in learning into its classes. Courses can be taken on an individual basis for personal interest. As well, in conjunction with the American-based company, Equinology, equine body worker certification levels are available for those who wish to pursue a career in equine massage. Equinology has outlined an ideal program of studies for those students, and once all of the required courses have been completed, students are eligible to write the exams in order to obtain certification from Equinology.

Courses are scheduled throughout the year and run during the day, typically from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. For class schedules, fees, and descriptions, visit www.horsestudies.com. For registration information contact Tracy Starr at office@horsestudies.com or (403) 201-7266. Your horse will appreciate your efforts.

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