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10/02/2026

I feel like Ive been very quiet on this page of late.
Tbh, Ive been dealing with a lot. 2 spinal surgeries, a hysterectomy, managing 2 businesses, Director of an Association, getting married, managing daily life.
All within the past 3 years.
Its been a bit brutal.

But, I feel like I've now got some time to dedicate to my first love, Anatomy and Rehab.

Now is the time to have your say! Is there anything you want to know? What has been puzzling you the most? What do you want more assistance with?

Recent projects:

The Equine Ear Anatomy
The Equine Mouth Anatomy

Stay Tuned for more muscle building

01/02/2026

🐴 Help shape better support for new horse owners & riders🐴

We’re exploring whether there’s a gap in support for new riders, horse owners, and pony parents — and we’d really value input before anything is created.

The survey below is anonymous, takes 2–3 minutes, and will directly influence what (if anything) happens next.

👉 Survey here - https://forms.gle/NqMuoJP6VUP2J2ae9

Thank you in advance for taking part. 😁

31/01/2026

The Divide Ends Here: A New Era for Bridle Fitting 🔥🐎

2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse—a year for bold moves and setting new standards. We’re doing exactly that by bridging the gap between Bit and Bitless fitting once and for all.

Science doesn’t take sides, and neither do we.
We’re thrilled to announce:
✅ Our new Bitless Specialist Director, Phillippa Chrisie of Equine Tailor
✅ A redesigned digital home for APBBF
✅ A groundbreaking certification pathway

🔥 JOIN THE FREE REVEAL EVENT 🔥 🗓 Tuesday, Feb 17th | 7 PM 🔗https://apbbf-firehorse.eventbrite.ie

30/01/2026

Local vet nurse doing a great thing at My Pet HQ in morpeth
https://www.facebook.com/share/1A8F9JCGX2/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Fear-free mobile vet nursing in your pet’s own home.
Blyth area | Rebecca O’Brien RVN ISFM CertFN

29/01/2026

Equine Therapist of the Year sponsored by Equicantis

Behind many happy, comfortable horses is a skilled equine therapist quietly doing the work, improving movement, supporting recovery, and helping horses feel and perform at their best.

This award is about recognising those equine therapists who put horse welfare first. They take the time to really understand each horse, work alongside vets and owners, and make a genuine difference through their hands-on care.

Whether they work independently, run a one-person practice, or support yards and riding schools across the country, equine therapists play a vital role in keeping horses healthy and comfortable.

If you know an equine therapist who goes above and beyond, someone you trust with your horse, who explains what they’re doing and why, and who truly cares, we’d love to hear about them.
Nominations are now open for Equine Therapist of the Year, sponsored by Equicantis.

👉 Please share this post, tag an equine therapist in the comments and nominate someone who deserves recognition via our website

04/01/2026

Happy New Year to all!

For a little fun before the work year starts, see how many differences you can spot on the fabulous Rocky.

He is modelling a Horsemanship Saddlery UK Ltd. Bridle.

Spot The Difference
Comment below!

24/12/2025

Merry Christmas to you all.
A huge thank you for your continued support.

Hope you all have a great Christmas, and I look forward to seeing you in the New Year

🦄🎄❄️⛄️

15/07/2025

He wasn’t naughty
He wasn’t an a**hole
He wasn’t “just being difficult”

He was however so skeletally compromised that a comfortable ridden life was never going to happen and time was against him. Not every horse is suitable to be ridden just the same as not every human is compatible with being an athlete. We need to normalise that behaviour is communication. We need to accept that there are many things in a horses body that make riding super hard for them.

This horse went through two breakers before his owner very diligently persisted with positive reinforcement training. He did make excellent progress, that is to be commended! But here’s my issue, positive reinforcement sometimes still masks these issues. It became obvious to his owner that he was becoming more internalised and less happy even in the paddock. Horses will try harder if you ask them nicely and there’s rewards for good behaviour. I’m not saying positive reinforcement is bad, it’s a great tool….im just saying it can mask serious issues. The biggest give away was how seriously assymetric he was. This is something I have felt many times while ridng these types. Asymmetry is normal but riding a horse that has wildly different left and right reins is not normal.

This is so complex on so many levels, so many.

Ever met a horse that was odd from birth? I believe inherited trauma is also a real factor, if you haven’t read the study on mice and how it took many generations to stop passing along, I suggest you do. It’s now well documented in humans too. Link below.

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/fearful-memories-passed-down/

This guys story is available on patreon.

https://www.patreon.com/collection/1606429in