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Hoof and Paw - Equine

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Hoof and Paw - Equine

Qualified & experienced Equinology® Equine Bodyworker servicing Upper Hutt & the Wairarapa. Previously known as Hutt Valley & Wairarapa Equine Bodywork

Other services: 20m round pen hire, holiday grazing, canine bodywork and animal Reiki. Hi, I'm Charlotte. I provide equine bodywork to horses in Upper Hutt and the Wairarapa. My client's horses compete across a range of disciplines; dressage, show jumping, eventing, endurance, pleasure. I completed my Equinology® Equine Bodyworker course in Australia in 2017 (https://equinologyinstitute.com/product/eq100/). I'm also studying Equine Osteopathy and hope to offer this service in 2025. I hold Public Liability Insurance. I also offer canine bodywork, dog grooming, animal Reiki and dog walking services. You can find out more on my other page https://www.facebook.com/hoofandpawnz. Equine appointment schedule
UPPER HUTT
**Every 6 weeks. Limited spaces, see my posts for dates and availability
WAIRARAPA
**Daily by appointment (a travel fee may be applicable to some locations and will be confirmed at time of booking)

08/11/2025

What a stunning day in Upper Hutt today! 5 bodywork sessions and some very chilled out horses post-sessions - roll on summer 😊

19/10/2025

Meadow hay for sale! $12/bale
🌟 baled Feb 2025, barn stored
🌟 does contain clover
🌟 limited quantity
🐴 Pick up SH2 Kiriwhakapapa Masterton (15 mins from Solway Showgrounds), easy drive on access for truck or float.
🐴 DM or text 021 268 5442 for more info 😊

18/10/2025

Who's at Equifest this weekend? A beautiful drive up to Taupo yesterday and the opportunity to see some great horse people at work - Russell Higgins and Warwick Schiller below. I had a really interesting chat with Bex Tasker on positive reinforcement/clicker training and she was very generous in staring some tips.

Did anyone else visit? Which sessions were your favourite?

30/09/2025

🐴💬 Let’s talk teeth!

Today my horses had their annual dentals. Understanding when your horse last had a dental is one of the first questions I ask during a bodywork session. 🤔 Why is that?

Well, horses with sharp points, uneven wear, or pain in their mouth will start to compensate with their posture — often subtly at first. They might carry themselves crookedly, avoid a contact, or even develop tension through the poll, jaw, neck, shoulders and back. Over time, that imbalance can cause real discomfort throughout the whole body.

That’s why regular dental checks (at least every 12 months - some horses may require more frequent dentals) are so important — not just for eating and bitting comfort, but for the health of their entire musculoskeletal system.

So if your horse is feeling “off” or just not quite right in their work, don’t forget to check in with your equine dentist — it could make all the difference.

Visit https://www.hoofandpaw.co.nz/equine-bodywork to find out more about my equine bodywork services

27/09/2025

Finally, a beautiful Spring day, blue skies, sun & a gentle breeze - perfect for bodywork sessions for these 3 unicorns 😊
🗓️ Limited availability for October, booking for November!
https://www.hoofandpaw.co.nz/equine-bodywork

23/09/2025

🌪Have you got an emergency plan for your horse?🔥

What would you do if there was a fire, flood, earthquake, or other disruptive event? Could you move your animals quickly? Do you have a grab-and-go kit? What if you weren’t at home?

Most of us mean to get around to making a plan for our horses, livestock and pets … but let’s be honest—it’s not exactly the most exciting job on the list!

What many of my clients may not know, is that I have a background in corporate business continuity and emergency planning. Think emergency management teams, contingency plans, disaster exercises —the whole lot.

Animal Evac NZ have produced a great guide below to get you started - but if you’re interested in a comprehensive emergency plan, tailored specifically to your animals and property, I help horse owners, agistment yards, and small farm operations get their own emergency plans in place—simple, practical, and tailored to your animals, your land, and your risks.

We’ll cover things like:
✅ Evacuation routes and relocation plans
✅ Fire, flood, and storm prep
✅ Shelter-in-place strategies
✅ Emergency contacts and comms
✅ What to do when it’s not safe to move them
✅ Grab kits and more

It’s not about fear—it’s about being calm, prepared, and clear-headed when it matters most. And giving yourself the peace of mind that you’ve done right by the animals who rely on you.

If it’s something you’ve been meaning to do (but haven’t quite got around to), message me to find out more.
www.hoofandpaw.co.nz

14/09/2025

The rain held off, mostly, for today’s Upper Hutt day, with full bodywork sessions for these 3 unicorns.
🌺 As we head into Spring, now is a good time to think about bodywork for your horse to iron out any niggles & prepare for Summer - longer days & more riding, yay!
🐎 Find out more at https://www.hoofandpaw.co.nz/equine-bodywork

06/09/2025

🌧️ I was definitely dodging raindrops today for bodywork on this lovely little mare. I’ve been a bit remiss with posting recently & the weather has unfortunately meant some rescheduling. I’m still helping horses (and dogs!) however in Upper Hutt & the Wairarapa.
Find out how I can work with you & help your horse https://www.hoofandpaw.co.nz/equine-bodywork

26/07/2025

What a stunning day today, it felt like Spring! 3 bodywork sessions (apologies T, I forgot to take photos of your ponies!). I’m looking forward to the Equine & Lifestyle Market at Solway next weekend - who else is going?

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Masterton

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Monday	10:45am - 5pm
Tuesday	11:30am - 3pm
Wednesday	10:45am - 5pm
Thursday	10:45am - 5pm
Friday	10:45am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 3pm
Sunday	10am - 3pm

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+64212685442

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https://www.hoofandpaw.co.nz/

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About me

Hello! I’m an Equinology® Equine Body Worker (EEBW) and completed my certification with Equinology® Australia (https://www.equinologyanz.com).

How can body work help my horse? If you’ve every had a massage yourself, you’ll probably remember how much easier it was to move your body and how great your muscles felt afterwards. Equine massage therapy has been shown to:

improve circulation - massage increases blood flow to the area and increased circulation can help speed recovery of injured muscles and aid mobility

increase range of motion - stretches and improving muscle tone can help improve a horse’s range of motion which can allow them to become more effective under saddle

reduce stress - like humans, horses can experience stress and anxiety and massage can help with relaxation

prevent injury - exercise causes muscles to build up by small tears occurring during exercise, which are then repaired with scar tissue. Massage can help break this down which helps muscles to become elastic and flexible. This helps keep joints aligned and reduces stress on tendons

What services do you provide? I offer the following service in the Wellington region to help your horse remain healthy and happy:

Bodywork session: equine sports massage and soft tissue mobilisation, focal point therapy and stretching. Discounts are available for multiple horses and ongoing regular bookings

What does a body work session involve? The Equinology® Equine Body Work Approach addresses the whole body, using manual palpation methods to assess soft tissue and symmetry of muscle and structure. Techniques include sports massage, soft tissue mobilisation, stretching, range of motion and positioning exercises, as well as “focal” point work (stress and trigger points).

How long does a session last? Allow 60 - 90 minutes per horse

How do you keep your knowledge fresh? - 3 day whole horse dissection clinic at Massey University with Dr Ivana Ruddock-Lange - 1 day craniosacral assessment workshop with Maureen Rogers - 1:1 craniosacral session with Maureen Rogers

Contact Please contact me on 021 268 5442 or message me if you’d like more information or wish to discuss your horse’s needs in more detail.