The Basic Massage Techniques Book qritten by Jessica Blackwell from Equestricare has been designed to help horse owners understand the many benefits of massage.  It has been put together in an easy to use manner so that people of all skills can follow it in order to give theri horses a basic massage to increase their health, well being and performance.  It covers bony landmarks, 37 different muscles, a 30 step massage routine, 20 stretches with lots of colour photographs and illustrations.  A must for any horse enthusiast!!

The Basic Massage Techniques DVD is a 40min DVD that covers bony landmarks, massage techniques, a simple massage routine for you to follow and some stretches.  It's aimed at the horse lover of all levels and ages, and is easy to follow and reproduce yourself on your own horse.

ON SALE $39 RRP $45

The Horse Anatomy Workbook

by Maggie Raynor

Equine anatomical structure and terminology is universally regarded as one of the most difficult aspects of equine studies. Equine students have long been familiar with Goody's Horse Anatomy: The Pictorial Approach to Equine Structure , a textbook used in equine colleges all over the world. Now, based on this classic work, talented equestrian artist, Maggie Raynor, has prepared a workbook designed to make learning not only easier, but a lot more fun. Students are asked to label or colour various parts of the equine body in a succession of exercises covering every part of the horse and every aspect of its structure, from the skeleton to the outer surfaces. A natural stable mate to Horse Anatomy, The Horse Anatomy Workbook will assist a new generation of students to familiarize themselves with equine structure and terminology.

Equine Massage - A Practical Guide

By Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt

This is a long-awaited update of the classic equine massage reference. Fully revised and updated, this new edition provides step-by-step instructions and more than 180 photographs and diagrams to help riders and professionals alike master equine massage techniques. This authoritative guide provides detailed information about massage movements, pressures, rhythms, and sequences.It includes: an introduction to equine anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology; practical information on stretching and hydrotherapy; four new chapters covering equine myofascial massage, Equine TMJ (temporomandibular joint) Dysfunction Syndrome, Equine Muscular Compensation Phenomenon, and saddle fitting; a conformation check-up routine; information about areas of stress specific to each discipline and different massage techniques and routines for different situations; and, a handy comb-bound format that lays flat for convenient use in the stable.Equine massage enhances the performance and quality of life of horses by increasing flexibility, reducing stiffness, improving attitude, and shortening recovery time from injury.
In addition to its many health benefits, equine massage strengthens the bond between the horse and his owner, trainer, or groom. Using these techniques, you'll learn to 'see' with your hands and sense areas that need special attention. "Equine Massage, Second Edition" is truly a hands-on guide to proven massage techniques that improve a horse's well-being.

Practical Horse Massage

By Renate Ettl

This book provides complete introduction to horse massage, with easy to learn techniques and exercises.  Practical Horse Massage is for everyone who wants to help their horses become more supple or to relax and regenerate after competitions or long rides.  Includes chapters on:

• Mechanics of the horses body
• Conditioning of the equine athlete
• Benefits of massage
• massage techniques and principles
• stretching techniques
• specific problem areas

Sports Massage for Horses

By Pennie Hooper

Physical Therapy and Massage for the Horse

By Jean-Marie Denoix and Jean-Pierre Pailloux

This is the expanded and updated version.  This book has a unique blend of biomechanics, clearly explained, and practical therapeutic techniques to relieve pain and improve performance, particularly in the sport horse.  A must for any professional.

Bodywork for Horses

By Susan McBane

Bodywork - a general term of physical therapies - provides a rewarding and effective means of creating a close relationship with a horse and enhancing his comfort and wellbeing. Although there is no substitute for professional help, Bodywork for Horses details simple techniques such as massage, stretches, shiatsu and others which sensible and conscientious owners can practice on their horses. Using only the most basic science, this book aims to give owners a good understanding of how selected techniques and therapies work and when to use them. Aided by illustrations, it gives clear instruction in how to apply the chosen techniques and what results can be expected.

Equine Acupressure

by Nancy Zidonis, Amy Snow & Marie Sodenburg

This book is a step by step guide to equine acupressure with lots of charts, photographs, and illustartions.  It is perfect for owners, trainers and practitioners.

Acupressure helps people connect with their own healing abilities while contributing to your sense of partnership in the horse's soundness.

Over 25 specific condition charts are included in this manual.  Designed for use from beginners upwards Just some of the features of this manual include:

• An overview of Chinese Medicine
• Equine Meridian System
• Equine Acupressure Points
• Equine Acupressure Treatment (including pre & post treatment and review)
• Equine Stretches
• Acupressure Treatments for specific conditions (such as arthritis, colic, cough/colds & founder)
• Acupressure Maintenance Treatment

How your horse moves - A unique visual guide to improving performance

by Gillian Higgins

Take a fresh look at equine anatomy and biomechanics with this graphic guide to how horsees move, presented from the inside out. 

Horse Conformation - Structure, Soundness & Performance

The most comprehensive guide to the horse's body - inside and out - ever published.
In athletics as in architecture, form follows function, and nowhere is that truth more important than in equestrian sports. The better a horse's conformation (how the animal measures up, or "conforms," to the ideal standards of its breed or type), the better it will be able to perform. Using hundreds of photographs and drawings, this masterfully produced book will show you how to develop the "eye" that any horseman needs to assess equine conformation and anatomy. Its comprehensive text focuses on:
Ideal and abnormal conformation features
Balance and symmetry
The relationship between conformation faults and athletic ability
Colors and markings
Anatomical elements, teeth, and aging
Digestive, neurological, respiratory, and circulatory systems
The relationship between structure and function
Now in paperback, Horse Conformation is the single most valuable book on its subject and one that deserves a prominent place in every horse owner's or rider's library.

ON SALE $38 RRP $49.95

A thorough examination of all causes of lameness, the most common and frustrating problem faced by horse owners. It is the primary reason for a horse to be out of action and unrideable. Its causes are varied, can be difficult to diagnose and the problem can drag on for weeks, months or even years if the treatment is wrong.

All horse owners need to be able to assess lameness, even a small wound can result in the death of a horse if it leads to an infected joint. On the other hand, horse owners can hardly afford to call out the vet everytime their horse stumbles and tweaks a muscle when out in the field. This book gives readers the skills they need to understand the causes of lameness and make well informed decisions on how to address the problem.

ON SALE $65 RRP $79.95

Lameness By Equine Research

Lameness, one of the most common and most troublesome of all equine ailments, remains the primary reason why horses are unable to fulfill their potential and their riders' and trainers' expectations. More preparation time is lost, more competitions are missed, and more careers are prematurely ended because of lameness than any other condition.
This book analyzes the causes, diagnoses, and management of the myriad causes of lameness:
No other book covers this vital subject in such a comprehensive and understandable fashion. For that reason, no other book deserves a more prominent place on the shelf of anyone who owns, trains, rides, or drives horses.
Equine Research is a respected publisher of horse-related academic and popular books. Its reference works include the contributions of this country's most authoritative veterinarians and other experts in their respective fields.

ON SALE $39.95  RRP $49.95

By Amanda Sutton

Designed to give every horse owner the confidence to take an active role in keeping their horse healthy. Helps the horse owner to identify what is normal, the problems and the steps that can be taken to prevent problems from occurring. Includes step-by-step photographic sequences for massage, suppling and stretching exercises to improve horses' physical and mental well-being. Concludes with advice on modifying exercise programmes to accommodate special cases, from the rigors of competition to looking after the aged horse.

This is more then just a book about massage.  The book covers massage, stretching, anatomy, conditions, adjunctive therapies and Saddle Fitting.  It is an easy to use format with plenty of space for taking notes.  This book is a helpful guide for a prfoessional as well as a lyperson starting out in Horse Massage.  Also comes in DVD format.

Advanced Techniques DVD also available

By Heather Smith Thomas

In this comprehensive volume, the author explains how conformation relates to function and what to look for when evaluating a horse. She teaches the reader to see beyond a horse's physical beauty to identify desirable attributes and potential faults, and with copious illustrations and explanations, trains the eye to recognize the hallmarks of soundness, durability, trainability, and athletic potential.

Thomas begins with an in-depth discussion of equine anatomy and the importance of balance and proportion. She also explains how to detect "heart," that indefinable quality that distinguishes a horse from his peers and compels him to excel. The book concludes with real-world applications of the principles of good conformation, including helping a horse succeed by matching him with the right job and what the conformation of the aging horse can tell you.

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A 22 page e-book.  Core Body Strength for Horses is a pictorial guide about what core body strength is, how to develop it plus different stretch exercises for your horse.  Includes 18 different stretches with instructions and pictures.  A must read for anyone looking to develop suppleness and strength in their horse.

ON SALE RRP $24.95
A 24 page e-book with information on all the horse's main body systems, conditioing your horse, strength training, suppling and more!!  An easy to understand read with essential information for getting your horse fit.