Hoof Care

Tanya French is a dedicated and experienced hoof care professional with over 20 years in the industry. Tanya specializes in a holistic approach to equine care, ensuring the well-being and optimal performance of your horses through a combination of advanced techniques and empathetic training methods.

Qualifications and Training
– Diploma in Equine Podiotherapy: Comprehensive understanding of hoof health and corrective trimming.
– NRC Plus Nutrition: Expertise in equine nutrition for balanced and effective diet plans.
– Nerve Release Therapy: Techniques to alleviate nerve pain and improve comfort.
– Equine Massage: Skilled in therapeutic massage to enhance muscle function and recovery.
– Equine Behaviour: Insight into horse behavior to foster a trusting and cooperative relationship.
– Classical Dressage: Dressage for the horse. Classical principals trained with positive reinforcement.
– Postural Rehabilitation: Focus on improving horse posture for better movement and health.
– Holistic Rehabilitation: Integrated approaches to restore and enhance overall equine health and comfort.
– Equine Management: Holistic management practices for overall well-being.
– Positive Reinforcement and Force-Free Trainer: Employing kind and effective training methods to encourage willing participation from your horse.

Services Offered
– Hoof Trimming and Care: Precision trimming to maintain healthy hooves and correct imbalances.
– Nutritional Consultation: Tailored feeding plans to meet the specific needs of your horse.
– Nerve Release and Massage Therapy: Techniques to relieve pain, reduce tension, and promote relaxation.
– Behavioral Training: Addressing behavioral issues with gentle, positive reinforcement-based methods.
– Dressage Training: Classical dressage lessons to enhance your horse’s strength and overall comfort.
– Postural Analysis and Rehabilitation: Assessing and improving posture to prevent injuries and enhance movement.
– Holistic Rehabilitation: Comprehensive programs designed to rehabilitate horses from injuries, improve overall health, and restore peak performance. (vet approval to commence rehabilitation programs is needed).
– Comprehensive Equine Management: Guidance on best practices for the overall care and management of your horses. Including the set up for track systems.

Empathetic and Holistic Approach
Tanya believes in an empathetic and force-free approach, building a positive relationship with each horse. Her methods focus on understanding and working with the horse’s natural behavior and physiology, ensuring a stress-free and cooperative environment.

Whether you’re seeking routine hoof care, addressing specific health issues, or looking to improve your horse’s training and behavior, Tanya French offers a compassionate and expert service to meet your equine needs.

Prices

Hoof Care

– Trim One Horse: $80

– Trim Multiple Horses: $70 per horse

– Trim Over 6 Weeks: $90

– Trim Draft Horses: $100

 

Boot Fit

– Boot Fitting: $70

 

Glue Shoes

– Glue Shoes Front (Front Shoes): $250

– Glue Shoes Full Set: $350

 

 Hoof Casts

– Hoof Casts (Per Hoof): $45

 

Lessons and Rehab Agistment

– Lessons with Your Horse: $100 – 1 hour

– Lessons with My Horses: $100 -1 hour

– Rehab Agistment (Ponies): $150 per week

 

Rehabilitation Consult

– Consultation with written plan for you to commence at home: $120 

 

For any specific requests or additional services not listed, please contact Tanya directly for a personalized quote.