ABOUT EQUINE MASSAGE
Horses carry tension just like we do…
Whether navigating rigorous training, recovering from competition or illness, or simply managing the physical demands of daily work, horses experience tightness, compensation, and muscular fatigue.
Equine bodywork uses intentional, anatomy-informed techniques to provide target physical relief: the kind you can see in their movement, posture, and quiet expression afterward.
It’s a natural complement to your veterinarian and farrier’s care — supporting flexibility, mobility, and overall balance.
WHO BENEFITS FROM MASSAGE
Meet your horse where they’re at
Performance horses
Supports horses in active jumping, dressage, reining, or trail work by easing muscle fatigue, promoting full range of motion, and preventing compensatory strain from repetitive movement.
Anxious horses
Calm hands-on work encourages parasympathetic nervous system releases and can help a tense horse process, settle, and build trust.
Recovering horses
A gentle, supportive complement to veterinary care during stall rest or moving to a new barn, helping maintain tissue health, reduce stiffness, and keep the nervous system calm.
Aging horses
Helping older horses maintain joint mobility, comfort, and circulation, easing age-related stiffness so they can stay comfortable.
Everyday horses
Ideal for general maintenance and preventative care, catching subtle tight spots early and keeping your horse feeling fluid, balanced, and happy.
Benefits
HOW MASSAGE HELPS
Circulation & Lymphatic Flow
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Oxygen Boost: Enhanced blood circulation delivers fresh oxygen directly to working muscle groups, accelerating recovery after arena work, jumps, or long trail rides.
Waste Removal: Stimulating lymphatic drainage helps flush metabolic waste like lactic acid, reducing stiffness and post-exercise stocking up in the lower legs.
Immune System Support
2
Defensive Edge: Supporting healthy lymphatic fluid movement encourages systemic detox and reinforces natural immune resilience during seasonal transitions.
Stress Reduction: Lowering cortisol levels helps offset the physical strain of travel, stall confinement, or intensive training schedules
Skin, Coat & Fascia Health
3
Natural Sheen: Surface manipulation stimulates sebaceous glands, releasing natural skin oils for a healthier, more supple hide and deeper coat bloom.
Fascial Release: Gentle skin rolling frees fascial adhesions between the skin and underlying muscle layers, allowing smooth, unrestricted hide movement.
Nervous System & Body Awareness
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Calm & Reset: Triggers a parasympathetic nervous system state, encouraging horses to drop their heads, lick, chew, and release deeply held environmental stress.
Proprioception & Stride: Heightens body awareness across the top line and hindquarters, encouraging even weight distribution, balanced cadence, and fluid stride length under saddle.
ABOUT THE PRACTITIONER
Howdy, I’m Jill
I'm a student practitioner at the Northwest School of Animal Massage, working toward my certifications in both small and large animal massage.
My rescue dog, Carmy, has hip arthritis. Learning to use massage to help him move more easily every day is what inspired me to lean into this space. I hope to bring the same level of comfort to your animal companion.
Student practitioner • Northwest School of Animal Massage
Small Animal Massage Therapy (Completed 200-Hour Foundation)
Large Animal Massage Therapy (In Progress)
Insured • ABMP Member
Certifications • Pet first aid & CPR
WHAT TO EXPECT
A comforting visit
01
Before
Health intake
Fill out a 10-minute online form about your horse’s history, personality, and physical needs.
02
During
In-Barn Care
Sessions take place right in your horse's familiar stall, cross-ties, or paddock where they feel most at ease.
Horse-Led Pace
Sessions typically last 60-90 minutes, but every session honors your horse's boundaries and subtle body language. We never rush, we respect their boundaries, and you are always welcome to stay close.
Integrative Support
A full-body check-in focusing on major muscle groups, poll-to-tail alignment support, and gentle myofascial release.
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After
Custom Summary
Within 3 days, you’ll receive a written breakdown of my observations, helpful notes, and clear recommendations for any beneficial follow-up care.
Complimentary sessions available!
As I work through my clinical training hours, I'm offering a limited number of complimentary sessions for horses in King County, WA.
I'm looking for guardians willing to commit to a series of 3 to 5 sessions. In return, I ask for your honest feedback and permission to submit anonymous session notes to my instructors. I’m fully insured through ABMP for your peace of mind.