Equine Knowledge Base
over 150 educational articles…
From Equine Massage to Horse Anatomy to Training & Exercises, I’ve got you covered.
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Digestion Starts With the Nervous System: How Massage Supports the Gut–Brain Connection in Horses
Most people think digestion begins in the mouth — when a horse takes the first bite of hay or grass.But true digestion begins before a single chew. It begins… read more
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Mind Melding: Can Brain-to-Brain Coupling Happen Between Horses and Humans?
When horse people describe connection with a horse, they often use the language of feel: For experienced riders, trainers, and bodyworkers, these moments are familiar and deeply recognizable. What… read more
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Muscle Fasciculations in Horses: What They Reveal About the Body
Understanding Lumbar and Thoracolumbar Twitching Muscle fasciculations—small, rapid, involuntary twitches visible beneath the skin—are one of the most important and overlooked communication signals in the horse’s body. Depending on… read more
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Touch Over Tools: Why Fascia Knows the Difference
In bodywork, tools can be useful—but they cannot replace the intelligence, sensitivity, or neurological impact of human touch. Hands-on work communicates with the body in ways no device or… read more
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Adipose Tissue, Fascia Quality, and Fitting the Whole Horse
When we look at a horse’s body, we tend to focus on what is immediately visible—muscle development, fat cover, topline, and symmetry. Beneath all of that, however, lies a… read more
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Can Forehead (or Other) Whorls Tell You Anything About Your Horse?
Horse whorls have fascinated people for centuries. From folklore to barn lore, they are often said to reveal temperament, personality, or even trainability. The short answer is simple: whorls… read more
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