Ebony Cox Equine Services

04/03/2026

New Research Highlights the Power of Animal-Assisted Therapy

A recent study has reinforced what we see every day at ATL — animal-assisted therapies can have a meaningful, positive impact on autistic children’s development.

The research highlights improvements in:

- Social skills and communication
- Anxiety reduction and emotional regulation
- Emotional wellbeing
- Engagement and motivation

Animal-assisted therapy provides a safe, supportive environment where children can build confidence, connection, and regulation skills — often in ways that feel more natural and less clinical.

At ATL, we are committed to improving the accessibility to evidence-informed, compassionate therapy that supports children and families to thrive.

You can learn more here:

https://apcz.umk.pl/QS/article/view/68630?fbclid=IwZnRzaAQEaldleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeVsr5DU3rCGJAm1KMBUKd6tvP5AjjjaSj7hsS-eUTKa8x-zwhH2xqBUYrRgo_aem_bATlqKerJQVoKBrh5v8mnQ

04/02/2026

Fully insured practitioners who incorporate animals into their work do so within clear professional, ethical, and safety frameworks.

Animals are intentionally integrated to support learning, therapy, or wellbeing goals — never as a substitute for professional expertise, but as a complementary support.

Practitioners carefully consider the needs of the client, the suitability and welfare of the animal, and the environment in which services are delivered.

This approach typically includes:
• Working within the practitioner’s existing scope of practice
• Including animals purposefully to support defined outcomes
• Ensuring appropriate training, handling, and welfare standards for animals
• Holding relevant professional indemnity and public liability insurance
• Applying robust risk management, consent, and safeguarding processes

When delivered by qualified, insured professionals, animal-assisted services can enhance engagement, emotional regulation, learning and connection — while maintaining the highest standards of care for both people and animals.

06/01/2026

Welcome back, and happy new year 🌿

We warmly welcome all returning clients to 2026 at Ebony Cox Equine Services. A new year brings fresh beginnings, renewed goals, and opportunities for growth for both our participants and our horses.

Thank you for trusting us to walk alongside you on your journey. We look forward to continuing our work together in a year focused on connection, progress, and meaningful change. Here’s to a positive and rewarding 2026 ahead 🐎✨

Office Hours
🐎5th–16th January: The office will be unattended. For bookings, meet and greets, or consultations, please contact us.

🐎19th–30th January: We will be on-farm most days preparing for the new term, please make a booking for any and all meet and greets, or consultations.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back as per your bookings in Week 2 of Term 1, 2026.

If you are looking to join us in term 1 2026 please contact us
Email - ebony.cox@hotmail.com
Phone - 0437 113 513

✨Availability via enquiry✨

15/12/2025

✨ End-of-Year Wrap-Up for Ebony Cox Equine Services ✨

As we head into the final week of the year, I want to take a moment to thank everyone who has supported Ebony Cox Equine Services throughout 2025. It has been a year filled with growth, learning, and the privilege of working alongside our incredible participants and their parents, caregivers, and families.

A big shout-out to the services and people whose ongoing support keeps our horses healthy and our programs running. We truly couldn’t do this without you:

🚜 Tom Grady Rural Merchandise for supplying all our feed, fencing, and farm equipment.

👞 Paul – The farrier for keeping our horses’ hooves in tip-top shape.

🦷 Angold Equine Enterprises – for your exceptional bodywork and dental services; we are so grateful for the care you provide.

👨‍🌾 Our maintenance crew – your weekly commitment to keeping the farm running smoothly is deeply appreciated.

🌟 Our AMAZING Staff, Trainees, and Volunteers 🌟– your dedication, passion, and hard work are the heart of this service. I’m truly grateful for everything you bring to the farm.

🔔 Our local community services – thank you for your ongoing referrals and support of our mission. Your partnership helps us make a meaningful difference.

‼️ Holiday Closure & January Availability ‼️

Ebony Cox Equine Services will be closed from 19/12/2025 to 02/01/2026.

🎄5th–16th January: The office will be unattended. For bookings, meet and greets, or consultations, please contact us via our usual contacts.

🎄19th–30th January: We will be on-farm most days preparing for the new term.

🎄 Week 1 - There will be no sessions.

🎄We look forward to welcoming everyone back as per your bookings in Week 2 of Term 1, 2026.

Thank you all for an incredible year. Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, and restful Christmas season. I look forward to seeing you again in the new year.

🎄✨ Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! ✨🎄 ls

24/11/2025

21/11/2025

Hi Friends,

We have some garden goodies available for sale
Please share with all your family and friends. Only available until stock lasts.

Mulch hay - $7 /bale
On farm pick up - delivery available conditions apply.

Garden horse poo mulch available $20 a trailer load.
On farm pick up only.

Contact: 0400 218 944 (Shona)
Message/text to make arrangements

22/10/2025

⚠️ Warning Warning ⚠️

There is a predicted heatwave for tomorrow
All activities will be stationary and shade based, or water based activities.

Please apply sunscreen 30mins before sessions for best protection.

Bring spare clothes and change of shoes if required, hat and drink bottles.

We have water & sunscreen on site if required.

20/10/2025

Research Alert! Integration of equine assisted services and social-emotional learning: A preliminary evaluation of a life skills training program for at-risk youth.

You can read more here:

https://www.cabidigitallibrary.org/doi/10.1079/hai.2024.0019?fbclid=IwVERDUANVADNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHibELNehJqXSsTsMTVHM4EBWnG4smxcQz_BTkUDD_lUivYXNAQk1qiw0tIKD_aem_fc6ydy6GJK_EfJ-tM9H9xg

18/10/2025

So proud of both Isaac & Lachie!

Big shout out to the boys for the amazing continued work that they do at ECES. They take pride in keeping our grounds looking fabulous and we are very grateful.
🙌😊🤗

With the proceeds from raffles collected from the Rainbow Beach Hotel this afternoon, we are very proud to let you know that Lachlan and Isaac have reached their target.

With the incredible support from our community they have done it!

Thank you to every single one of you. We cannot express our appreciation enough.

This trip will not only treat them to one of the best adventures of their lifetime, they have had to work hard to raise the funds and that brings character and maturity that will stand them in good stead for the rest of their lives.

Thank you again. These words just don't seem enough!

03/10/2025

A quick post to our wonderful participants and their families. We will be closed on Monday 6th October for the Kings Birthday Public Holiday.
Normal hours and sessions will resume as scheduled on the 7th October 2025 for a fabulous term 4.

07/09/2025

Term 3 highlight!
How fabulous was this 🤩 thank you Ruby for coming and being our work experience super star ⭐️

Supporting and empowering young people is what we do, if you or you know someone who would like to give our work experience program a go please get it contact with us!
We would love to hear from you 😊

01/08/2025

🎉🐴 "Hay there, it’s our herds birthday!" 🐴🎉

📅 Another year older... but loving life
🎂 Carrot, Apples, they like they lot
👑 They are definitely spoiled, but they’re worth it

Happy Birthday to the ECES herd!
💖 Neigh-ver stop celebrating! 💖