Full Track & Training Livery

Spaces available from May for track livery on our grass or surfaced tracks. •Retirement •Weaning •Training ●Full Gentle horsemanship handling: Positive reinforcement / reward based / clicker training and gentle release of pressure based handling by ABTC ATI, Insured Equine Trainer and Coach. Horse-led, force free cooperative care training can include: - Trailer loading - Husbandry Training such as standing for grooming, clipping, bathing, offering feet for hoofcare, injections etc. - Introducing tack, despooking - voice and body cues on the ground, long reining, transferring cues to the saddle. - trick training: liberty leading, kiss, sit, fetch, stand stay, send around objects etc. Holistic Horse Livery - meeting the fundamental equine needs for Friends, Forage and Freedom: - Living in a stable mixed herd; ages from 2-15 years, mares and geldings. - Slow, horse-led introductions to the herd. - Quality ad lib forage in soft trickle nets at both ends of the track and separate shelter and watering areas to encourage movement. - Natural mixed species hedges to browse on. - Daily feeds - FEC led deworming protocol in place. - Loafing areas both on track and on grass. - Natural scratching areas on suitable trees. - 270m surfaced track on a slight incline; 24/7 hours turnout year-round, even in wet weather. More movement and natural behaviour results in calmer, more relaxed equines. - Ideally suited to those prone to laminitis or equines requiring to be off grass for weight management. - Retired and 'pet' equines welcome. - Fields available for grazing in drier months. - Additional 1km grass and dirt track in summer, weather dependant. - Quiet roads for walking out / hacking - Stables and indoor arena available nearby. - Regular equine dentist, barefoot trimmer, farrier + excellent vets nearby. Emlagh Lodge Equine vet clinic within driving distance. Starting at €120 per week, Full livery only, contact me for Training Packages (from €150/w)