Advanced Animal Performance

07/05/2026

“Ulcers are only a stomach problem…” said no horse ever 👀🐴

Did you know ulcers can have a massive effect on the musculoskeletal system too? Horses with ulcers will often brace and hold tension through the back, lumbar region, and pretty much their entire body as they try to protect themselves from discomfort. What starts in the stomach can quickly show up in movement, behaviour, performance, and overall tension levels.

Enter Thomas… my mum’s horse and currently been diagnosed with grade 4 ulcers, even being so stoic and giving hardly any symptom’s 💔

It was recommended that he has weekly treatments to help him feel more comfortable and get back to his best… honestly, good job I’m around really 🤣

During his session Thomas showed some amazing releases, especially through his back and lumbar area. There’s definitely still a long road ahead, but I’d say he enjoyed the relief considering he fully decided to have a nap afterwards and nothing says “that helped” quite like snoring halfway through recovery🤪

15/04/2026

SPONSOR SEARCH – ADVANCED ANIMAL PERFORMANCE ✨

Im pleased to be opening applications for 2 NEW SPONSORS to represent Advanced Animal Performance, alongside my lovely sponsor Ottilie 🐴

I’m looking for riders who are:
✔️ Committed and driven
✔️ Enthusiastic (yes, even in the rain 🌧️)
✔️ Genuinely passionate about their horse’s wellbeing
✔️ Out and about – competing, training, or just generally being seen
✔️ Happy to chat about what I do (don’t worry, no sales scripts required 😅
✔️ Active on social media and within the equestrian community

🌟 What’s in it for you?

• Branded clothing for you and your horse (matchy matchy, obviously)
• Ongoing support from me
• Regular treatment appointments to keep your horse feeling and performing their best
• A bit of spotlight across my socials ✨

🐎 How to enter:
Pop in the comments:
📸 A photo of you and your horse (extra points for chaos or cuteness)
📝 A little bit about you
💬 Why you think you should be chosen
✔️ You must like and be following my page (so if you aren’t already, you better hit that button😏)

⏳ Deadline: 15th May 2026
This is more than just wearing a logo—this is about representing a standard. A commitment to doing the best for your horse, both in performance and wellbeing.

Can’t wait to see your entries! 💙

30/03/2026

Highly recommend this offer from Paton and Lee Equine Veterinary Surgery. I have it done every year on my old boy and gives you a real insight into what’s going on, and the vets are supportive and full of knowledge! Good value for money!❤️

This April, we are running our popular Spring ‘MOT’ offer for your horse 🩺

Whether you have a golden oldie, getting competition ready or have any general health concerns, you could make a huge saving 💷

The cost of the Spring Health Check is £140 including VAT (excludes visit fee) and is available on the half price zone days.
🐴 Free visit fee if 5 or more horses are being examined as part of the offer on the same yard.
📞 Why not call our reception team today.

28/03/2026

🚨 I’ve made a mistake… but it’s your gain!
£35 discounted treatments this way!! 🚨

So… I forgot I had half term off 🤦‍♀️🤣
Which means I’ve accidentally given myself… FREE TIME?! Who even am I.

Anyway — my diary now has a few unexpected gaps (don’t panic, I haven’t completely lost the plot… they’re limited 🫣).

So let’s turn my poor planning into your horse’s win 🐴✨
💥 Half Term Oops Offer: £35 for new bookings
📍 Within 20 miles of CO15
If your horse is feeling a bit creaky, a bit dramatic, or just wants an excuse for extra attention — now’s the time to get them checked over 👀

You’ll also get the bonus of a musculoskeletal therapist with fancy American training 🇺🇸 (so basically… your horse gets an international experience without leaving the yard 😌).

⚠️ Be quick before I remember how to organise my life again and fill the diary 😂
📩 Message me to grab a slot!

25/03/2026

Getting young horses into a routine with musculoskeletal professionals is one of the best investments you can make in their long-term soundness and performance.

At a young age, their bodies are constantly developing and adapting. Small compensation patterns can easily creep in—whether from growth spurts, play, minor knocks, or even just how they’re moving in the field. These can show up as subtle lumps and bumps, slight asymmetries, or even the smallest changes in gait that are easy to miss day-to-day.

The key is catching these early.

When addressed promptly, these minor issues can often be corrected quickly and effectively—before they develop into deeper, more complex problems that take longer to resolve and may impact their future work.

A perfect example is young Frodo 🐴
His owner simply wanted a routine check after he’d been living out through the winter. No major concerns—just a proactive approach. And that’s exactly what we want to see.

Prevention is always better than cure🌷🌺🌻

25/03/2026

✨ Route Availability – 8th April ✨

Due to a recent diary adjustment, I have 2–3 appointments now available on my 8th April route.

Appointments are open to both new and existing clients.

Each session includes a comprehensive, horse-centred approach, with:
• Static and dynamic assessment
• Detailed palpation
• Tailored treatment plan specific to your horse

Ideal for performance horses, maintenance, or addressing areas of concern.

📩 Please message to book — availability is limited.

24/03/2026

PRE-SEASON MOT 🐴🔧

Spring has arrived 🌱 which means it’s time to pretend we’re organised and absolutely ready for competition season 😅

Meanwhile, your horse has spent winter:
✔️ Standing in mud
✔️ Sliding around like Bambi
✔️ Pulling some very questionable shapes 🫣

So while they might look ready to go… their body might be telling a slightly different story.

Underneath that fluffy exterior there could be:
👉 A few wonky bits (technical term)
👉 Small gait deviation’s
👉 Muscles that have been on annual leave

And the tricky part? You often don’t notice these until you start asking for more—then suddenly you’ve got resistance, stiffness, or a horse inventing new and exciting ways to say “no thanks.”

A pre-season MOT helps catch the little issues before they turn into big, dramatic, expensive ones.
Because nothing says “start of the season” like unexpected problems 🙃

Do yourself (and your horse) a favour—get them checked before the chaos begins ✨

20/03/2026

Fabulous sponsored rider Ottilie flying some fences at home!!

These 2 are going to be unstoppable this year!!keep up the good work Ottilie!❤️❤️

11/03/2026

🔥 QUALIFICATIONS. Buckle up — I’m about to be unpopular. 🔥

I’ve just read a post on a vet physio/chiropractic page that nearly launched me into orbit, so here’s your public service announcement:

STOP. LETTING. UNDERQUALIFIED. PEOPLE. TOUCH. YOUR. HORSE.

Some practitioners are now proudly announcing they “learnt chiropractic adjustments from someone qualified” and have decided that’s sufficient to start adjusting animals. Absolutely outstanding👍🏻

Because last time I checked, “I watched someone do it” is not a qualification — it’s how toddlers learn to clap.

Would you jump into a car with someone who learnt to drive via a helpful YouTube video? No? Then why are we letting people adjust 600kg flight animals after what appears to be the educational equivalent of a group science project?

Let me translate what that actually means:

👉 No deep understanding of neurology
👉 No true grasp of biomechanics
👉 No extensive training in contraindications
👉 No appreciation for what can go catastrophically wrong

But sure — crack on.

It has taken me nearly three years of relentless study to work toward my chiropractic degree. We’re talking long nights, brutal early mornings, missed holidays, an empty social calendar, and enough coursework to make my eyeballs water.

Not because I enjoy suffering — but because doing this job properly requires it.

And can we talk about transparency for a moment?
Whenever I’m tagged in posts asking for a physio or chiropractor, I always state that I am a massage therapist and a veterinary chiropractor in training. Radical concept, I know — honesty.

Meanwhile, some practitioners are out here offering services with the confidence of a heart surgeon and the training of someone who once did an online course in equine management.

Confidence 👏 is 👏 not 👏 competence.

Here’s the slightly terrifying bit: “veterinary chiropractor” is not currently a protected title. Yes, really. Which means technically anyone can wake up tomorrow, print a logo, and start clicking joints like bubble wrap.

So owners, I’m begging you — raise your standards.
✔️ Ask what qualifications they have
✔️ Ask where they trained
✔️ Ask to see certificates
✔️ If they dodge the question — run. Don’t walk.

Because all it takes is one poorly educated decision to land you with a massive vet bill… or consequences that cannot be undone.

Your horse doesn’t care if someone has a slick logo, 20 hashtags, or a heavily filtered arena photo.
Your horse cares about competence.
They cannot advocate for themselves.
They cannot say “actually, what’s your training in neurology?”
So that responsibility sits squarely with you.
Choose education over convenience.
Choose skill over salesmanship.

And for the love of sound horses everywhere — stop confusing confidence with qualification.