Horse Works Equine Therapy

11/08/2022

Wow!
Incredible 😍

Wow!

11/06/2022

𝑩𝒓𝒐𝒌𝒆𝒏 𝒂𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑻𝒉𝒊𝒓𝒅
Everyone likes to talk about the harm caused when a horse is ridden behind the vertical... but have you ever wondered why?

One (of the many) problems with a BTV position is that encourages incorrect flexion in the neck. In a healthy horse, the head will flex up and down at the first cervical vertebrae. This bone is known as the atlas or C1.

In an effort to avoid excessive pressure caused by a harsh bit, rider or gadgets (especially draw reins) many horses will begin flexing at the 3rd vertebrae (C3). "Broken at the 3rd" creates incorrect movement throughout the body and will quickly lead to pain and damage. Once a horse begins moving in this manner, it is extremely hard for them to unlearn and they may continue this harmful posture even when at or above the vertical.

10/26/2022

10/26/2022

So true ❤️

06/23/2022

I’m sure we’ve all had this moment at some point 🤣

😳😳😳

04/03/2022

What exactly is the point here… 🤷🏻‍♀️
Hahaha 🤣

03/31/2022

While it saddens me tremendously that I won’t get the chance to watch him again in competition. I am glad I had the opportunity to do so on quite a few occasions and those will continue to rank in the top moments of live competition for me. ❤️

Announcing my retirement from competition comes with a lot of mixed emotion. I always fought hard never believing that cancer would get the better of me but here we are. As sad as I am, I'm also grateful that it comes at a time when I am in a position to lead the Canadian Show Jumping Team to great things. The energy and excitement gives me a new focus and a meaningful way to continue contributing all my knowledge to the sport I love. I will also continue to build Torrey Pines Stable into the best in the world with two great riders, Beth and Nina, handling the reins. Thank you to everyone who has played a role in my career, especially my owners for all of their support. bit.ly/3NC8HNT
Photo by Starting Gate Communications

03/25/2022

One of my absolute favourites ❤️
Such an incredible story 😊

11/11/2021

For all who have served and all those who have fallen… lest we forget ❤️

11/10/2021

Trail ride hack maybe?
Hahaha

Brilliant!

10/15/2021

Winter is coming… 🥶

❄️As the weather gets colder it's important to start thinking about how to keep your horses warm and comfortable throughout Alberta winters!

Always consult with your veterinarian if you're unsure how to blanket your horse without causing them to overheat.