Name: Hillary Little
Location: Plymouth, California Certificationsthrough Angel's Animals? Equine massage, and kinesiology. In progress with completing ANMR and craniosacral therapy. When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? I have always had animals in my life and I started noticing areas of discomfort on them. I wanted to help them in between vet visits. So I looked into equine massage therapy last year and have really enjoyed learning how to help them. What animal influenced you the most growing up? My first cat Hazel. She was a black feral kitten under my grandparents house. I was probably six years old and crawled under that house and got the kitten. She was covered in fleas but I held her until my dad picked me up. With that determination he couldn’t say no to the kitten. I had her for twenty four years before she passed away. She was an incredible cat. What animals do you currently own? I currently have two horses, three dogs, three cats and a bunch of chickens. What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? My equine bodywork stands out because I listen to the horse and adapt my treatment to their needs at that appointment. Their owners appreciate my explanations and work with them to help them horse. What message would you like to share with potential clients? We are all striving to do the best we can for our animals. Bodywork can help make that achievable. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursuing a career in animal health? Pursuing a career in animal health is rewarding and educational. I highly recommend Holistic Animal Studies. The corses are great and help is readily available. I really like the feedback on the assignments.
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Name: Elizabeth (Betsy) Daniels
Location: CT, USA Certifications through Angel's Animals: Canine Myo-Manipulative Functional Therapist Canine Craniosacral Techniques Therapist Animal Cold Laser Therapist When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? I have always loved animals of all kinds. I grew up in a large family and we all loved animals, so we had a lot of pets, from dogs, cats, horses, crows, and a few wild animals we rehabilitated. What animal influenced you the most growing up? When I was 12, my dad got our first Irish Wolfhound, Tara. She was 6 months old when we got her and had not had any formal training. I decided to take her for a walk, but instead she took me! That’s when I first became interested in training. With my Dad’s support, I trained Tara in obedience and completed successfully in obedience events. I even trained her to be in a play using hand signals to guide her in her role from the orchestra pit! My high school offered Agri-Science courses, so I was able to learn a lot about animals and agriculture, as well as complete 2 years in veterinary science. I went on to own and train multiple Irish Wolfhounds and other dogs and successfully competed in Breed, Obedience, and Field competitions, as well having multiple dogs as Canine Good Citizens and Therapy dogs. I later enjoyed dog shows and field events with both of my daughters and their dogs. I also owned horses and competed in events with them. In the past I had introduced an animal assisted therapy program within a preschool where I worked. We had resident guinea pigs and a rabbit and the kids loved learning how to care for the animals, as well as having the animals included in classroom activities. We had several children with disabilities and the animals became part of their therapeutic program as well. Because of this experience, I wanted to find a way to work with children utilizing animals in a therapeutic way. I went on to become a Pediatric Occupational Therapy Practitioner, later earning a certificate in Professional Animal Assisted Therapy. I have been blessed in being able to do what I LOVE with all the canine partners and families that I have had the honor of working with and continue to work with. One of the best results in working with children and their families with my canine partners is that often times the families would see the therapeutic value of including a dog in their family and I was often asked to be a resource for them! I decided to go on and become certified in Canine Myo-Manipulitive Functional Therapy and Canine Craniosacral Therapy, because I have seen how much it helps my human patients, as well as my own dogs. What animals do you currently own? Currently I have (in chronological order;) Chrissy, my 41 year old Golfin’s Cockatoo, Doogie, our 34 year old Cockatiel, Pearl, my 13.5 year old Standard Poodle and retired Canine OT partner, Otis Henry, our 11 year old senior rescue Puggle and Barry, my 2 year old dachshund/Shih Tzu rescue and current OT canine partner. What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? I think I have always believed in the body’s ability to heal it’s self, which is what lead me to incorporate craniosacral within my OT practice. I like the connection I have learned to have with each person and now in my practice with dogs. I believe in co-operative care and in meeting the dog where they are in order to create a therapeutic relationship. I like having the owner/caregiver be part of their dog’s session, so I can work with them to help foster that understanding and in order for them to create a therapeutic relationship with their dog. What message would you like to share with potential clients? There are so many ways to deepen the bond with their dog and to ensure a mutually beneficial partnership for both owner and dog! Just as self care is important for us as people, canine massage is a great resource for preventive care and in enhancing their dog’s health. Canine massage can also help owners be aware of how their dog is responding to activities or aging. I feel it gives owners better insight to how their dog is doing that may not be as evident in routine care. I also believe it’s a way to return their unconditional love for us! What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursuing a career in animal health? I love that Angel’s Animals Holistic Care & Seminars offers courses for owners. I would encourage owners who would like to learn ways to enhance their dog’s health and their relationship with their dog, to take a owners course. For those already thinking about a career in animal health, I would highly recommend Angel’s Animals Holistic courses. I think the courses are a great way to get started in finding what area of animal health might be the right fit! Name: Sara Aventino
Location: Italy Certifications Through Angel's Animals: I am a Certified Equine Myo-Manipulative Functional Therapist and I am currently enrolled in the CranioSacral Therapy course as well. When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? I have always wanted to work with animals, I grew up with only one goal in mind: work with horses and try my best to help them in any way I can. I guess I realized that I wanted to become an equine therapist when I was looking for answers that I couldn't find in horsemanship or training and I realized that most of the problems we encounter are actually pain related.Thats when I thought "that's what I want to do. I want to help horses overcome tension in their bodies". What animal influenced you the most growing up? The animal that influenced me the most growing up is probably my mare. She quite literally changed my life, in a way that only one horse in a lifetime can. She helped me realize that the horse must come first - not our goals, not what we want. And not just with horses but in general, when you work with animals, their opinion is the only one that matters. That's what she taught me. What animals do you currently own? I currently own two horses - a mare and a gelding. What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? When I started, I felt such a deep connection with the horse's emotions and I realized that I wanted to build my bodywork practice around that: empathy and holding space. I have personally seen that a lot of people lack this kind of empathy and, yes, you can massage your horse and get some results but therapy is actually much more complex than that. I feel like you have to work on yourself first and you have to really get into energy work, if you want to be able to truly re-establish the delicate connection between mind and body. The nervous system should be the main focus. This led me to look for ways to find this balance within myself and my work with horses is now constantly evolving. I have embarked on a long journey to understand the emotions that are intertwined in the relationship with our horse. The horse's opinion is the only one that matters to me and I want to hold space for them. That's the most important thing and the one thing that clients tell me that they love about my practice: it feels like meditation for their horses and also for them. What message would you like to share with potential clients? One message I would like to share with potential clients is that bodywork is an investment in your horse's health - not a luxury, not a "spa day", but an important part of the horse's life to mantain the mind-body connection. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursuing a career in animal health? My message is: it's not about you. It's easy to get caught up, to try and force the process, but bodywork has to be on the animal's terms. Always. Name: Émilie Bonnardeaux
Location: Quebec, Canada Certifications through Angel's Animals: Cold Laser Therapy, Equine Kinesiology Taping and Equine Massage Therapy When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? 20 years ago I started working as a rider, trainer, barn owner and equine professional and then finally a bodywork professional. What animal influenced you the most growing up? Cats and Dogs What animals do you currently own? 6 horses and 2 dogs What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? I am an equine professor and trainer so my practice is based on education and understanding the horse's biomechanics to help the sport horse. What message would you like to share with potential clients? Equine bodywork professionals are the voice of your horse. We can help with performance but we also help build a strong lasting horse. Every equestrian needs a bodywork profession in their lives. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursuing a career in animal health? You are never too old and it's never too late. You can do this! Name: Nina Cua
Location: Mainly Milton, GA and Ocala, FL in the winter Certifications through Angel's Animals, LLC: Equine massage and almost kinesiology tape certified. I plan to take the craniosacral course as well. When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? I have run a training and sales barn the last 5 years after riding and owning horses, my whole life. One day I was researching some simple things I could do to help my horses feel better and help their flexibility and that is when I came across angels animals and decided that I definitely wanted to get certified, even if I just used it for the benefit of my own horses are, but I will be using it for the benefit of other peoples horses as well, because I am loving the results. What animal influenced you the most growing up? The animal that influence me, the most growing up is probably my sweet horse Moon. He taught me so much, and we grew and worked through so much together. He is an absolute saint and I do not know what I would ever do without him What animals do you currently own? I currently own 4 horses, one dog, and 2 barn cats What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? I think what makes my animal bodywork stand out, is that my top priority is hearing the owner out and working with the owner and any other people (vets, chiro etc) how to get the horse feeling as best as possible. Also, sometimes I can give some feedback as a trainer and possible exercises/strengthening exercises that can help the horse as well, I am grateful to also have that knowledge. What message would you like to share with potential clients? The message I would like to share with potential clients is that my goal is to work together to get your horse feeling as best as possible it is never about the money or personal benefit for me my top priority is that the horses are taken care of just as well as they take care of us. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursuing a career in animal health? The message I would like to share with other people thinking about pursuing a career an animal body work is make sure you have thorough experience with whatever animal you are thinking about pursuing a career in. Especially horses, they are big and can be dangerous. So make sure you have solid understanding and knowledge of them, I would say, it’s also important to understand how a horse moves and how they use their muscles. So having some riding experience wouldn’t hurt. If you are very passionate about animals, but do not have the opportunity to become experienced with horses, there is plenty of need for dog and cat body workers as well. I find the dogs really really love it!! Name: Hannah Speller
Location: Lincolnshire, United Kingdom Certifications through Angel's Animals: Equine Craniosacral Therapy When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? I wanted to work with animals for as long as I could remember. My mum and dad still laugh about the time they found me with my arms wrapped around an old sheep at a petting farm when I was just a toddler! What animal influenced you the most growing up? I have loved horses all my life and they have taught me so much - patience, kindness, responsibility, respect, love and compassion to name but a few. Without horses in my life, I definitely wouldn’t be the person I am today. But I just love all animals. What animals do you currently own? I share my home with 2 dogs, 1 cat, 1 parrot, 3 horses, 4 chickens, a cockerel and a racing pigeon! What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? In my practice ‘Suppleness Equine - Integrated Equine Massage Therapy & Bodywork’, I pride myself in working WITH the horse and listening closely to what they have to say. Helping horses to feel comfortable in the human world is my absolute passion. I offer a range of modalities including Equine Sports Massage Therapy, Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial release, Mobilisation, and Heat and Red Light Therapy as well as the Equine Craniosacral Therapy. Having such a wide range of skills in my toolbox means I am able to offer support to a large variety of horses, all with many different needs. Equine Craniosacral Therapy has been particularly useful when working with nervous horses, young horses or horses that have suffered trauma or abuse, as it extremely gentle and deeply healing. What message would you like to share with potential clients? Regular bodywork is hugely beneficial for all horses and ponies, young or old, ridden or unridden. I cover the Lincolnshire and North Lincolnshire area and I’m always happy to talk horses, so do get in touch if you’d like to book your horse in with me, or if you have any questions about what I do and why. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursuing a career in animal health? To anyone who might be considering a career in animal health, in particular as an Equine Bodyworker, I’d say absolutely just do it! It’s hard work but it is without a doubt the most rewarding job in the world. If you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life! Name: Madison Fall
Location: Pensacola, Florida Certifications through Angel's Animals: I am a certified Equine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapist, Equine Craniosacral Technique Therapist, Animal Neuro-myofascial Release Technique Practitioner, and Equine Kinesiology Tape Practitioner. I also plan to take other courses in the future! When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? I always knew I would work in a profession with animals. Animals have been a huge part of my life for as long as I can remember. My nickname growing up was Maddie Dolittle! What animal influenced you the most growing up? The animal that influenced me the most growing up was my horse, Trinity. I would not be the person I am today without her. What animals do you currently own? The animals I currently own are my two horses, Trinity and Daisy, and my cat, Scarlet. I have owned these pets for many years and have owned many others as well including two dogs, a chameleon, birds, a rabbit, and fish. What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? What makes my practice stand out is my passion for continuing to always learn. I have big plans to continue to add different modalities and services to my practice. I’m also always researching and learning more about the modalities I currently practice as well! What message would you like to share with potential clients? A message that I would like to share with potential clients is that that I would love to work with your baby if you’re around the Pensacola area! I promise to treat your baby like my own! What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursuing a career in animal health? A message I would like to share to others who are thinking about pursuing a career in animal bodywork is to absolutely do it! It’s so rewarding to see all of the positive changes you can make to the partnership between a horse and their owner! A large piece of advice would be to make sure to take care of your own body so you can continue to help others! Name: Aron Nielsen
Location: Clawson, Utah Certifications through Angel's Animals?I have finished both my Equine Massage & Kinesiology certifications. as well as the Hesta band Advanced Kinesiology course. I am just wrapping up my ANMR course for both Equine and Canine. Also working on my Cranial sacral course. When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? I have always had a love for animals for as long as I can remember. I wanted to be a Vet Tech and received a scholarship in high school to pursue that dream. After a year of being a vet Tech, I decided it was not for me. What animals do you currently own? We currently own 6 Pembroke Welsh corgis, 2 border collies, 8 quarter horses, 1 miniature horse, 3 cats, a flock of show sheep, herd of cattle, chickens, 1 Watusi bottle calf & a fish tank. What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? I have really taken to the meridian and acupressure work on horses. They respond so well to these methods when paired with massage. I have had great success with my body work and I feel that it makes my practice unique. What message would you like to share with potential clients? A message I have for potential clients is: You have to find the core root as to why the horse is responding to something the way they are, wither that's physical or emotional. Horses respond to trauma in different ways and not one particular method works for every horse. I try to treat the horse or dog as a whole, not just the symptom. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursuing a career in animal health? If you are pondering a career in animal health care, go for it, inch by inch its never to late to start. By helping the animal heal himself, you are then helping the animal heal his person. It's been proven to me over and over in this practice. Name: Adam Freed
Location: Dakota Dunes, South Dakota Certifications through Angel's Animals? Animal Near-myofascial Release Technique, Animal Cold Laser Therapy, Canine Massage and Canine Craniosacral Therapy When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? I decided to start working with animals last year during my Chiropractic internship. What animal influenced you the most growing up? My first dog, Charli (miniature golden retriever), influenced me the most. I got her the day I moved out on my own and it was just me and her through that time in my life. I found out she had cancer at 5 y/o and that’s when I started researching natural, holistic, and raw medicine to heal her. She lived to just over 12 years old until she passed from hemangiosarcoma. What animals do you currently own? I have a Golden Retriever, Case 3 y/o and a German Shepherd, Callie 1 y/o What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? I stand out due to also being a Doctor of Chiropractic as well as having degrees in organic and biochemistry and medical science. I’ve also spent years working in human nutrition and supplementation. What message would you like to share with potential clients? I love animals and working with the toughest cases involving disease, biochemistry, and biomechanics. I specialize at finding the root cause of problems and not just slapping a band-aid on things. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursuing a career in animal health? There is no other career that can give you the same amount of satisfaction while making such a big difference than you can with animal health. This area is also extremely far behind the times as far as natural and holistic healing goes. The current health and nutrition recommendations available for animals is based on money and ease without regard for health. We can make such a huge difference by treating and educating others on these subjects. Name: Emilie Viau
Location: Quebec, Canada Certifications through Angel's Animals: I got cerified in equine myomanipulative therapy in January 2023 and I am currently doing the equine taping, craniosacral and animal neuro-myofascial release courses. When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? I've always wanted to work with animals, especially horses, and equine massage is the profession where I felt closest to them and where I could have direct contact with them rather than when I was a riding coach or barn manager. Working with horses and animals in general is more like therapy than work really. They always find a way to brighten your day and they are always so grateful with what you give them. What animal influenced you the most growing up? I've been around animals my whole life but horses were very special to me. I could just feel them see right through me and felt an immediate connection to them. I currently own one dog, two cats and three chickens and my husband has a dairy farm with 60 milking cows. Horses will be a part of our family soon enough! It's been a dream of mine since I was a little girl. What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? How I stand out as a therapist is that I am eager to learn and I truly have a passion for animal well-being as well as ours since I am a certified human massage therapist as well. I have so many courses lined up I will be in and out of masterclasses my whole career. In my opinion, there is no end to the knowledge you can acquire. I am also a very patient and attentive person. I think horses have a lot to say even if they don't speak and if we want to help them the best we can, we just need to listen and let them guide us. What message would you like to share with those thinking about pursuing a career in animal bodywork? To anyone thinking about pursuing a career in animal health, all I have to say is "NEVER STOP LEARNING". Every person/teacher, every horse or patient and every situation will bring you some knowledge to gain. You juste have to reach out and grab it! Enjoy your journey. |
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