How Can Reiki help Equines?

 Horses, ponies and donkeys can benefit from Reiki in several ways. Some of the conditions which it can be beneficial in the treatment of include:

 Stress

Allergies

Anxiety/Nervousness

Wounds/Injury

Arthritis

Bereavement

Depression

Coat or Skin Problems

Inflammation

Muscular Aches, Pains or Strains

Post Surgical Recovery

Lack of Energy

  It also helps with emotional problems caused by past trauma & boosts the immune system.

What Happens In A Treatment?

 Before a treatment I undertake a fully case history with the animal's owner/carer. This involves going through the history of the equine's health, behaviour and lifestyle. It also includes paperwork for the owner/carer to sign to consent to the healing being carried out and acknowledging that it is not being used as an alternative to veterinary treatment. Therefore please allow extra time for your animal's initial session.

 The Reiki treatment is adapted to the individual. A very nervous animal can have their Reiki given over the stable door - the energy works just the same as it does if given 'hands on'. Those that are not nervous can be worked with in a stable whilst being held in a headcollar by their owner/carer or they can be tied up outside their stable.

Please note that for your equine to be as relaxed as possible so that they can achieve maximum benefits from the treatment it is stongly recommended that you choose a time when their surroundings are undisturbed as possible, therefore avoid booking for when it is feeding time or times of the day when other horses are coming in/going out to graze etc.

When I work with the individual & the Reiki energy I will cover their chakras, aura, particular areas that they have had problems with and areas that I am drawn to that I feel need the energy. This is usually undertaken via hands-on, hovering my hands a few inches above, from a slight distance or beaming the energy from the stable door.

You may see the physical effects of the Reiki being absorbed by your equine such as them licking, chewing, their head dropping, muscular twitches, yawning, snorting, sighing, relaxing or them falling asleep. 

What Should I Take Note Of?

 It's important to remember to allow your animal to relax & rest post-treatment as they may feel very tired, therefore do not ride or work them for at least 5 hours after the session. Also make sure that they have plentiful access to fresh water as they may be very thirsty afterwards. 

How Many Treatments Would He/She Need?

 This is totally up to you - I can advise as to what I would recommend but then it is left in your hands with no pressure given - even one session may make a difference.

As a rough guide equines that are not suffering from a serious condition can benefit from a treatment every one-three months for example, whereas those that are experiencing something more, would get much more benefit from having regular treatments such as every 3-4 weeks (whilst reviewing their progress).

Reiki For Farm Animals

It's not just small animals, dogs, cats & equines that Reiki can help - farm animals can benefit from it too. From goats to sheep, cows to Al pacas & everything in between, I'm happy to treat them all with this wonderful energy. 

Reiki is not intended to replace veterinary treatment/medication, but to work alongside it. No guarantees are implied or stated. If your animal experiences health or medical problems, you should consult a vet.

Reiki Practitioners do not interfere with the treatment being given by Veterinary surgeon's nor do they prescribe medication, or perform medical treatments.
It is a requirement that you have informed your Vet of the intention to use Reiki as a complementary therapy, alongside their conventional treatment. 

THE LAW

The Veterinary Surgery Act of 1966 prohibits anyone other than a qualified Veterinary Surgeon from treating animal's diagnosing ailments & giving advice on ailments. However, the healing of animals by contact healing of laying on of hands or by distance is legal. The Protection of Animals Act 1911 does require that if an animal is in obvious need of treatment from a Vet, that the owner must obtain this. Reiki Practitioners must have the full assurance that the animal has been examined by a Vet. Under the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 (Schedule 3) it is permissible to give emergency first aid to animals, for the purpose of relieving pain or saving life.