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09/02/2025

Equitopia speaks with world renown lameness specialist Dr. Sue Dyson as well as other internationally acclaimed horse professionals to point out the signs of...

09/02/2025

The most common mistake I see with the stifle sling is incorrect placement when the tape is high in the flank.

The tape should be below the patella to support the patella.

If the tape is too high it’s like applying tape above your own knee.

It should “scoop” under the patella.

Have you been doing it right?

Would it be helpful to do a video of how to palpate the patella for correct placement?

07/20/2025

07/13/2025

By Amy Snow & Nancy Zidonis, Founders of Tallgrass Animal Acupressure Resources. It can happen in a flash and it doesn’t even have to be that hot out. Your dog can be fine, one minute gleefully r

07/01/2025

THE HEAT IS ON! Summer has arrived & high temperatures are DANGEROUS. Go out during the cool times of the day, make sure the pavement is cool enough to not burn paws, & Check this Acupressure Article Out -
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0017/2018/9003/files/Cool_Down_Dog_AW.pdf?v=1597941026

07/01/2025

2 EMERGENCY ACUPOINTS FOR AN OVERHEATED HORSE! Horses can overheat quickly in summer heat. Be Safe - Every rider should know these 2 points:
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0017/2018/9003/files/Holistic_Horse_Article_02.10Heatstroke.pdf?1757

07/01/2025

06/03/2025

Cat have mild constipation? Chart shows acupressure points to use to help relieve mild, non-threatening feline constipation.

06/03/2025

When we shift our mindset about the behaviour of our horses from that of negativity - He’s being bad/ ignorant/ stupid - to difficulty - he doesn’t understand, he’s physically unable, he’s anxious/ overwhelmed, he’s confused - we’re able to break the cycle of punishing the behaviour and instead start helping our horses overcome their struggle.

This can, and should be applied to even the smallest of tasks such as:
Standing square - physical discomfort and/or imbalance, regardless of whether it stems from the body or feet, could make this seemingly simple task impossible for the horse.

Haltering - Pain in the poll, dental issues, tension, pinched nerves or discomfort anywhere around the head/neck could make even wearing a halter painful.

Picking up feet - Again, any imbalances or dysfunction in the body could make it seem like your horse “doesn’t like” having their feet picked up/held up, but in reality the horse either physically can’t offer you the foot at all, or for more than a few seconds.

Grooming - Biting, shying, pinning ears while grooming are clear indications of discomfort in the body, and can even be warning signs for ulcers.

We’ve said it before and we will say it again, regardless of how simple of an ask you believe it to be, every answer your horse gives you is the right one.

That doesn’t mean it’s the answer that you want, but it’s the answer you need in order to help your horse, and most of the time it’s a pain issue, not a training or behavioural issue.

05/13/2025

05/09/2025

By Amy Snow & Nancy Zidonis, Authors of ACU-DOG: A Guide to Canine Acupressure. Even at 12-years old, Jake had the look of a handsome Golden. His oat was still soft and rich. His white face and