Talking to animals. Listening to animals. To understand what animals are thinking. We all wish to be able to do that, don’t we? How do we bridge that communicative divide between us? In all honesty, I find it mere impossible to communicate with my own animals. Why? Because of fear.…
Today was dental day for ponies Gwennol, Thomthumb and Morwena. I was desperate to get Morwena's teeth seen to but wanted her to settle in with the herd and get to know me and feel safe with me more. Gwennol behaved so well. She is a pony who continually surprises…
At Chanting Willows Animal Sanctuary Yesterday, I felt very disempowered and knocked down a little bit. But it is vitally important to always be kind, gentle and gracious with yourself. It has been a hard few years for me and this last half year has been absolutely hard and painful.…
Some of you may have been following my journey, a quiet journey in reflection, in connection, in finding my way through a world i often do feel difficult. It is so easy for me to retreat in to nature, to be with my animals and shut out the world which…
Mopsy is my beautiful 29 year old pony. I took her in when she became lame and was retired from a riding school. This was 6 years ago and at that time I was recommended to give her bute (Phenylbutazone). I decided not to and wanted her time of rest…
With all that is emerging in the land around me as spring takes hold and weaves it own magic, inspiration took flight and settled within me. This time of year always gifts me with creative ideas and a certain boost of life to continue with goals and dreams some what…
Well, I can honestly say that 2020 wasn't the greatest of times, was it? But my hope is that it did bring people together, brought communities together, bridged families and encouraged the importance for a simpler way of life. I hope we can carry on some of the glimmers of…
Already Autumn seems to have arrived here in the south West of Scotland. the trees are turning colour so swiftly, transforming in to those beautiful golden hues. And the ferns have turned to that beautiful rusty purple colour. Everything seems to be quickly shirking back in to the depths of…
Freedom to choose ~ freedom to trust in their own time ~freedom to express their natural behaviour and instincts ~ freedom to express individuality and spirit. There is no need for harsh training or conditioning, and quick fix methods just do not work. Every animal heals differently and experience life…
Truly instilling a life which is natural to horses allowing them to play out natural behaviour can be difficult at times. I know many people stable their horses and may only visit their horse one or twice a day just to feed. Even some may require boarding. It truly can…
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