Bringing horse and rider, back to the same ground.
What are the benefits?
Just like us, our equine partners will perform and feel better when they are more flexible and agile. As the horse’s muscles become more supple, the wear and tear on the joints, ligaments and tendons reduces, equating to an increased range of motion and a longer performance life.
Massage can not only improve all of these aspects but can also influence overall well-being and performance. By improving the circulation through massage we can aid the horse in healing and stimulate the elimination of waste products.
Massage can also aid in decreasing tactile defense in your equine partner. That horse that dislikes having his ears touched may in fact be having pain in their neck, the horse that dislikes having their girth area touched may be having pain in their back or shoulders all of which may be relieved as the muscles are massaged, stretched and healed.
Conscious contact and emphasis on gentle touch while working with each patient builds higher levels of trust and confidence.
What is needed for a session?
Wild Iris Equine Bodywork comes to your location! Whether it be at your home, boarding facility, arena or otherwise. A calm and relaxing environment does provide for a smooth session and experience. This may also include a brief brush out of the coat, removal of weather protection and having the horse tied up and ready prior to arrival. Avoiding sessions directly prior to feeding time are recommended. Depending on the temperament of the horse, the climate in the area where sessions are held; exercise may be recommended prior to session.
Wild Iris Equine Reserves the right to terminate services in the case of dangerous, unsafe conditions and/or behavior.
Wild Iris Equine Reserves the right to terminate services in the case of dangerous, unsafe conditions and/or behavior.
Initial Consultation
Session time 75-90 min $100
Initial assessment includes full history of your horse, a full dynamic and static assessment, and a first massage. Each bodywork session will be specifically designed to target the areas that most affect your equine partner using any of the modalities that I think will benefit your horse the most. I will leave you with exercises and stretches to work on with your horse between appointments in order to keep them feeling their best and continue the benefits and build on each bodywork session.
To establish this professional relationship, owner presence is required.
Subsequent Session
Session time ranges 45-60 min $80
(dependent on size, needs, attention span and receptivity)
A full customized body massage session for your horse including stretches and strengthening exercises.
You are not required to be present for your horses massage but are always welcome to be in attendance.
Cheryl G.
Mar 26, 2023
“I was referred to Bailey at Wild Iris after my 28 year old gelding showed sudden onset of uncoordinated gait and balance, with severe spinal pain and muscle discomfort. He then developed pneumonia. He could not even step up into the trailer. My vet office administered pain meds and recommended Trouble be seen ASAP by Bailey for treatment. She treated him several times, with noticeable gradual improvement in his discomfort, gait, and balance after each treatment. Bailey is professional, knowledgeable, and skilled and I would not hesitate to use her again if I need to. She is thorough and assessed Troubles problems accurately and communicated her findings to me in terms I understood. Her dedication and compassion for her equine patients is obvious. She is very kind and Trouble is doing a lot better because of her!”