ESA, AHA and PHCP Certified, ESA Field Instructor, PHCP Mentor
My approach...
Natural horse and hoof care is a different approach to caring for our domestic horses. It takes into consideration their natural biological and physiological needs, identified by observation and research of the wild/ feral and free roaming horses of the world. It is care beyond just trimming hooves that includes the whole horse- it's diet, lifestyle and environment, as all these aspects of the horse's life effect hoof growth, health, wear and soundness. I seek to find harmony and balance through the Cherokee Way of
Right Relationship, the Four Directions consisting of Body (West), Mind (North), Spirit (East)
and Natural Space or Environment (South).
Working as a team, we strive to create a wellness plan that works for both you and your horse weather you are at your home barn or a boarding facility.
Healthy hooves grow from healthy horses.
Barefoot hoof care is more than just a trim!
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Because most hoof problems find their source somewhere in the horses body, we need to look at the entire horse and the impact his care and use have on him. Utilizing a holistic approach assessing health, history, diet, use and environmental impact, the root cause of most hoof problems can be found and a care plan for wellness implemented.
There are many factors to consider to bring a previously shod horse, or one with poor structural development within the hoof, or one who has been maintained conventionally to health and barefoot soundness. These factors are commonly overlooked in traditional horse and hoof care.
A team approach includes holistic professionals from Veterinarians, Natural Balance Dentistry, Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Homeopathy, Herbalism, Essential oils, Body Work/ Massage and Saddle Fitting. I have made alliances with prafctitioners in these fields who also have a holistic mindset. We must find and treat the source(s) of lameness to achieve the best possible results for your horse. Each horse needs to be treated as an individual.
ARTICLE published in EQUINE WELLNESS magazine Oct / Nov / Dec 2019
Preventing Winter Hoof Issues
You can read this article as well as many others by going to the ARTICLES page
This is a great magazine! You can get a subscription at EquineWellnessMagazine.com
ARTICLE published in EQUINE WELLNESS magazine June/July 2017 Close up: The Barefoot Performance Horse
READ CASIE BAZAY'S 2 PART INTERVIEW WITH ME ON THE NATURALLY HEALTHY HORSE BLOG.
Update: The Naturally Healthy Horse Blog is no longer active, but Casie has sent the interview to me so I can still share it here.
NEWS ON VACCINATIONS... Please read my article, "Vaccination And Your Horses Feet" published in EQUINE WELLNESS magazine Sept 2015.
This is my MOST popular downloaded article! Please take the time to educate yourself on vaccine risks as well as the benefits. Your horse can be vaccinated but NOT truley immunized (protected). Vaccinations can also be a cause of lameness in some horses. Titer testing can help you make an informed decision for your horse. Vaccines should NOT be one size fits all. Each horse must be treated as an individual. Dr Jean Dodds is a world re-knowned clinical scientist and Co-Trustee of the Rabies Challenge Fund. Visit the Hemopet Blog to find out more. You can order titer tests from Hemopet for horses. Go to hemopet.org for updated forms and instructions.
You can also ask your Vet to send a blood sample to the lab they work with.
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GETTING STARTED
The best way to get started is through education. Too often the path to a more natural way of horsekeeping is sought following a lameness issue or something that isn't quite right about your horse that your intuition is telling you to pay attention to.
MUST READ BOOK!!!
Insight to Equus, by Tomas G. Teskey, DVM Holistic Veterinary Perspectives on Health and Healing
TO GET YOUR COPY
"5 Stars! More if possible"
I can't say enough about this book! It is an amazing journey and you will come away with a greater understanding of "Equus" as a species and what we need to learn for the horse / human relationship to not just survive, but to THRIVE.
Don't wait- get your copy now
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I also recommend the books below:
Stephanie Krahl's book Guiding Principles of Natural Horse Care
Care and Rehabilitation of the Equine Foot
By Pete Ramey
Vets, Farriers, Rescues, Trainers, Barn Managers, all Equine Professionals- this is a must read
AFJ Review read here
Fran Jurga's Hoof Blog Review read here
HORSES & STRESS
by National Best Selling Author, Joe Camp. I read this book in half a day on a day off. It's 119 pages of everything you need to know about keeping, feeding and caring for horses according to their nature.
Every Rider must learn about
Saddle Fit
Results of a poor fitting saddle. This horses stance and way of moving changed to where his front hooves became unbalanced.
If we are going to ride our horses, we need to have more than just basic knowledge about how saddles work, how they should fit and how we should sit on them.
Too many horses have damaged backs and lameness issues from this piece of equipment. This education is a must for every rider in every discipline.
GET THE DVD
About Saddle Fit is a 45 minute clear, common sense explanation of saddle fit. You will learn:
• about the horse and how his body works
• what proper saddle fit is and why
• what makes a saddle tree fit
• what the rigging does and how
• what makes a seat comfortable
• why saddles have skirts
• how to tell if your saddle fits
• the truth about padding
• How to stop a poorly designed saddle from hurting your horse
Online consultations available with Dave Genadek
Is your horse hollow, resistant or lacking engagement; does he have gait abnormalities, a 4-beat canter, sore back or poor attitude? Do you struggle with position, sit crooked, or have back, hip or pelvic discomfort? All of these common issues may be a result of ill-fitting tack.
Click link below to learn more
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