Our Approach
Our Approach
Our Approach
Our Approach
Whole‑Horse, Welfare‑First Support
We combine behavioural science, positive reinforcement, bodywork, and compassionate coaching to support horses ethically and holistically.
Every horse is treated as an individual, with their mind, body, environment, and emotional wellbeing considered at every stage.
Issy Dunn
Our Approach
Our Approach
Equine Bodywork & Supportive Coaching
Issy specialises in equine massage therapy, bodywork, and owner coaching.
Her work focuses on improving comfort, posture, movement, and overall physical wellbeing.
Issy supports horses through:
• Massage therapy
• Postural assessment
• Rehabilitation support
• Coaching
Megan Cook
Our Approach
Megan Cook
Equine Behaviour & Positive Reinforcement Training
Megan specialises in equine behaviour, learning theory, and positive reinforcement training.
Her focus is helping horses feel safer, more confident, and more understood by addressing the emotional and behavioural roots of their challenges.
Megan's approach includes:
• Behaviour assessments
• R
Equine Behaviour & Positive Reinforcement Training
Megan specialises in equine behaviour, learning theory, and positive reinforcement training.
Her focus is helping horses feel safer, more confident, and more understood by addressing the emotional and behavioural roots of their challenges.
Megan's approach includes:
• Behaviour assessments
• R+ training plans
• Groundwork and confidence building
• Behaviour modification
Stage 1:
Stage 3:
Megan Cook
Initial Consultation
Your journey begins with a detailed, in‑person consultation.
We explore your horse’s history, behaviour, posture, movement, daily routine, and environment.
This includes:
- Behavioural and physical assessment
- Movement and gait analysis
- Hands‑on evaluation
- Discussion of goals, concerns, and context
This stage gives us a clear un
Initial Consultation
Your journey begins with a detailed, in‑person consultation.
We explore your horse’s history, behaviour, posture, movement, daily routine, and environment.
This includes:
- Behavioural and physical assessment
- Movement and gait analysis
- Hands‑on evaluation
- Discussion of goals, concerns, and context
This stage gives us a clear understanding of what your horse is experiencing and what they need.
Stage 2:
Stage 3:
Stage 3:
Treatment
With vet consent in place, we begin targeted treatment sessions.
These may include:
- Massage therapy
- Behavioural troubleshooting
- Basic response assessment
- Liaison with your wider care team
The aim is to reduce discomfort, improve movement, and address the behavioural drivers contributing to the issue.
Stage 3:
Stage 3:
Stage 3:
Plan of Action
Following treatment, we create a tailored rehabilitation plan that may include:
- Management adjustments
- Behaviour modification strategies
- Bodywork recommendations
- Training exercises
- Owner homework (massage techniques, groundwork, R+ skills)
Your plan is practical, achievable, and designed to support long‑term change.
Stage 4:
Additional Sessions
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Regular Check‑Ins
Progress is reviewed regularly to ensure your horse continues to improve.
During check‑ins we:
- Assess how your horse is responding
- Adjust the plan where needed
- Continue training and bodywork
- Build confidence, comfort, and resilience.
These sessions help maintain momentum and support consistent progress.
Stage 5
Additional Sessions
Stage 4:
Handover
A final stage that ensures the owner feels confident continuing independently.
This includes:
- Reviewing progress against initial goals
- Consolidating training and management changes
- Providing long‑term recommendations
- Ensuring the horse’s welfare and comfort remain central
- Offering optional ongoing sessions if needed
The handover marks th
Handover
A final stage that ensures the owner feels confident continuing independently.
This includes:
- Reviewing progress against initial goals
- Consolidating training and management changes
- Providing long‑term recommendations
- Ensuring the horse’s welfare and comfort remain central
- Offering optional ongoing sessions if needed
The handover marks the transition from structured rehab to sustainable long‑term management.
Additional Sessions
Additional Sessions
Additional Sessions
Available as needed after the structured pathway.
These sessions provide ongoing support for:
- Maintaining progress
- Addressing new behaviours or changes in the horse’s environment
- Continuing bodywork or training
- Building owner confidence
- Supporting long‑term welfare and comfort
These sessions are flexible and can be booked at any time to ensure the horse continues to thrive.