Healing Mane Therapy

05/03/2026

I’m so thankful I get to help sweet horses feel their best with the power of massage therapy 💛

Bluemont 📍

04/26/2026

Colleen sweet boy yesterday, always fighting his nap 😴 😂

03/29/2026

Haven’t posted on here in awhile! With the warm weather slowly coming (not fast enough) 😅 I wanted to offer a special to all NEW clients 🥰 Can’t wait to work with you and your horses!!

📞540-333-9719

12/02/2025

THE COLD WEATHER IS UPON US! ❄️

Are you familiar with the many adaptations that help your horse stay warm during the cold winter months?

🌾 Hindgut digestion of hay produces the most heat, acting as a small furnace inside of the horse. This is why free choice; good quality hay is so important in the winter.

💪 Horses have a huge muscle mass and muscle activity produces heat. This includes running and playing and even shivering if their body temperature starts to drop. It is important to remember that these activities also will result in a bigger caloric demand so free choice hay and in some cases, grain, is often needed.

🧥 To blanket or not to blanket is a constant debate but either way, as it starts to get cold your horse will grow a thicker coat. If you decide to leave your horse unblanketed you may notice that they look “fluffy”. This is due to a phenomenon called piloerection where the hair stands up to better trap air within. Two layers of the coat also help with warmth. The inner layer is softer and has air pockets to create an insulating layer. The outer layer is coarse and has oils that keep moisture from penetrating the insulating layer and keep the horse warm.

⚖️ Wild horses go into the winter heavier than ideal, and the fat serves as an extra layer of insulation. However, if a horse is going to be kept heavily blanketed and in a barn during the cold weather months this is unnecessary and can lead to obesity related issues.

🦵Their distal limbs (below the knees and hocks) are made of mostly bones and tendons, tissues that are resistant to the cold temperatures.

🦶The hooves have an alternative route of blood circulation through larger vessels that can be used in low temperatures. This is why horses can stand in snow without detrimental effects.

👃A horse’s nose has a robust blood supply and is rounded so that it is less susceptible to frostbite than a human’s nose.
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Courtesy of the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee

12/02/2025

🐴🎄 Saddle Up for the Holidays! 🎄🐴

Looking for the perfect gift for the horse lover in your life? Healing Mane Therapy now has Holiday Gift Certificates available!

Perfect for:
🐴 Horses that work hard
🏆 Riders who want peak performance
🎁 Anyone who believes their horse deserves the BEST

These sessions help improve mobility, reduce tension, boost recovery, and keep horses feeling powerful, balanced, and ready to take on anything.

Message or text for pricing and certificate information!
📞540-333-9719

09/18/2025

Saturday 9/20 we will be in Lexington for the VA NBHA State Finals! Reach out to schedule your slot!

09/16/2025

Behind every powerful stride and every deep breath at the start of a ride… is a heart that gives everything.

A great horse isn’t just built — they’re nurtured. It's not just their strength, speed, or elegance that defines them. It’s their willingness, spirit, and the connection they share with us.

As equine massage therapists, we see greatness in the details:
🔹In the softening of tight muscles
🔹 In the release of tension after a hard ride
🔹 In the deep sigh when they realize they're finally able to relax

We help unlock their full potential — not by pushing harder, but by helping them feel better, move freer, and live happier.

Because every horse deserves to feel like the champion they are 🤍
And every rider deserves a partner who's ready to give their best.

Let’s honor their greatness — body, mind, and soul.

📞 540-333-9719
📧 healingmanetherapy@gmail.com

08/07/2025

Let’s Break the Stigma Around Equine Massage ‼️

You’ve probably heard it before:
“Massage is just pampering.”
Or, “My horse doesn’t need that.”

But equine massage isn’t about luxury—it’s about longevity.

Massage therapy plays a vital role in your horse’s health, just like regular farrier work, dental care, and vet checkups. It’s not about spoiling your horse (though let’s be honest—they’ll love it). It’s about supporting their comfort, mobility, and overall wellness.

Here’s what massage can do for your horse:

• Ease muscle tension and soreness
• Improve movement and flexibility
• Help spot small issues before they turn into big setbacks
• Aid in recovery after training, injury, or hard work

And here’s the truth: this isn’t just for high-level athletes.
Trail horses, lesson horses, retirees, and even pasture pals benefit from regular massage. If your horse moves, stands, carries a rider, or just gets stiff sometimes—they can benefit.

So let’s shift the mindset.
Equine massage isn’t “extra.” It’s essential care for a healthier, happier horse.

Reach out today! 😊
Phone 📞 540-333-9719
Email 📧 healingmanetherapy@gmail.com

07/15/2025

07/09/2025

Let’s come together as a community and support Bristol and her family!

Thank you True Grit Rodeo for the arena!

More information to come, but for now let’s share this flyer!

If you’re interested in donating to the Silent Auction or sponsoring added money to bring the contestants please reach out to Julia Beaty or Shelby Fulcher!

07/09/2025

Giveaway Winner!!!!

Sorry for the delay in the announcement! Thank you to everyone for the support, it means more than you know!

Rachel Corinne please message to get scheduled 😊