IMPORTANT INFORMATION

THE VETERINARY ACT 1966

I work within the guidelines of the Veterinary Act 1966.  This act safeguards the wellbeing of your horse.

It means only a fully qualified and insured therapist can visit your horse or pony.

Maintenance Massage / Emmett Therapy visit for a healthy horse as part of its wellbeing regime is acceptable. 

However, it will be necessary to obtain consent from your veterinary practice if your horse is currently on any veterinary treatment, or has any relevant veterinary history. 

This also applies if your horse is exhibiting any new lameness or change in its health.

I am unable to visit under these circumstances without your veterinary surgeons consent.

CONTRA INDICATIONS

There are certain diseases or health conditions that make massage unsuitable for a horse. These are called Contra Indications.  Some of the conditions are listed below. Please contact me if you have any questions.

Acute Inflammation

Tumours

Undiagnosed Lameness

Skin Conditions

Pregnancy

Diarrhoea

Infectious Diseases (such as strangles)

Tying Up (Azoturia)

Colic

Dehydration

Undiagnosed Lumps and Bumps

Wounds

Neurological or Endocrine Conditions

Raised Temperature

Recent Surgery

Please contact me if you have any further questions or for further information