Terrapin Horse Center

H.O.R.S.E. Class Reunion and Meet & Greet!!

Location: Terrapin Horse Center

Date: March 24th

Time: 12PM -3PM

Its time for everyone that took our H.O.R.S.E. Training (energy) class to get back together..finally! This is a chance for all of us to come together and share our unique experiences using energy therapy for horses and animals.It is a time to compare techniques and ask any questions of me or others that you may have after using this energy on your own.We will also do energy work for those with healing requests.There will be refreshments and snacks to nibble on and time to socialize.Feel free to bring a snack to share if you'd like.This meeting is open to everyone in our area that has an interest in energy therapy or other alternative therapies for horses and pets, so please bring a friend! I'll be happy to answer questions  for new comers after our meeting. Please encourage others providing natural therapies (massage,reiki, herbal, etc.) to join us too. I am hoping we will start building a supportive community network of like-minded individuals in this area for those seeking alternative, integrative therapies for horses and pets.This get together is a good starting point:-). All you have to bring is an open heart and mind..and a smile!

Please RSVP by email on our Contact Us Page so we know how many to expect.You may also want to bring a chair incase we run short.

Can't wait to see everyone !!

Cindy

 HORSE PARENTS AS FIRST RESPONDERS

Dates: January 28 and February 4

Time:11AM-3PM

Location: Terrapin Horse Center

Cost: $75/Full workshop

Chances are,unless you live next door to a vet school or clinic, you probably have to wait in an emergency situation for your mobile vet to arrive. Depending on how far away your vet is located this may be a good chunk of time. There are many things you may do during this wait time to help your horse and  prepare for your vet's arrival. This workshop is designed to give you first-aid knowledge, tools, communication skills and the confidence necessary to make effective, proactive decisions and perform tasks that will support a positive outcome for your horse during an emergency. It will help prepare you for a crisis and teach you how to accurately communicate vital information about your horse's condition to your veterinarian. This will, in turn, enable your vet to respond precisely and accurately to your situation. This will be a  technical, fast paced workshop that is a combination of lecture, demos and hands-on practice. It will enable you to cope calmly, safely and efficiently during an equine emergency prior to your vet's arrival.

Topics of Focus:

DAY 1

1. Securing a safe place for you and your vet to work on your horse: When and how to move him, when not to move him. Is this a life-threatening emergency, does it have the potential to be life-threatening ? How to properly handle/hold/restrain a horse in distress to prevent further injury to himself or humans. Some simple basics to have available to make your vets job easier upon arrival.

2. Evaluating the situation: How to take vital signs and normal ranges. Examining horse's body for injury,wounds, bleeding , lameness, heat, swelling, symmetry,infection, colic symptoms, etc. Natural remedies for trauma, shock, bleeding, fever, etc. that may be used while waiting for your vet. These remedies will not interfere with meds or treatments your vet may administer upon arrival. However,always discuss this topic with your vet prior to an emergency to be sure they approve.

3. Colic: Prevention, signs and symptoms, different types, listening for gut sounds, performing a sand test, hydration test,vital signs, emergency management while waiting for vet's arrival.How to avoid making matters worse! Natural remedies that may be used and will not interfere with any meds or treatments your vet will administer upon arrival.We will spend much time on this since colic is a huge cause of deaths and euthanasia for horses. Catching colic early and handling your horse properly until your vet arrives is most important!

3A. Heat stress/exhaustion/dehydration/anhydrosis: Prevention, symptoms, emergency management prior to vet's arrival. Important info for those living in hot/humid areas of the country. Natural remedies. 

     DAY 2

1. Wounds: different types, clearly describing what you see to vet,  some very basic anatomy, stop/slow bleeding, cleaning, basic bandaging techniques and materials that can be used.Natural remedies for wounds, bleeding, trauma.

2. Hoof injuries/problems: types,taking pulse, feeling for heat, puncture wounds, infection, when to leave things alone until the vet arrives, soaking, cleaning, bandaging.Natural remedies.

3. Soft Tissue Injuries: Types, checking for heat, swelling,tendon injuries.Different bandaging techniques.When to use use ice, cold hose, poultice or heat.Natural remedies. We will focus primarily on lower legs.

4. Emergency supplies and equipment to keep on hand. Substitutions that most people have  on site...you'd be amazed at what will work!

Some info about me, your instructor for this workshop:

I have over 30yrs. of hands on daily experience nursing many sick and injured horses of all breeds and temperments back to health.Terrapin is a rehabilitation facility.I perform all of our rehab services here. We have even done standing surgery and all after-care for equine canker with Dr. Gilmette at Terrapin and various other post surgical rehabs from out-of state.I have experienced injuries,illnesses and emergency situations of all types.Often I am called by clients to assist in emergencies while they are waiting for the vet to arrive.I worked many years with hunter/jumpers and TBs for the track, including breeding barns.I have been very fortunate to be mentored by many wonderful vets, allopathic and holistic/integrative, over the years. Was a pre-vet student (way back!) in college and have attended many veterinary related clinics, workshops and courses over the years.Not to mention, hundreds of hours of self-study.I list my education second since I feel I have learned far more from my hands-on rehab experience and mentoring than in a book or classroom.Experience , good or bad, is always an effective teacher!I am also a certified reiki master, equine craniosacral therapist and self-taught herbalist and homeopath.I have studied equine nutrition extensively and many other alternative therapies as well.This is why I will be including some natural emergency remedies to use prior to your vet's arrival.

                                                  Registration:

Please sign up early. Class size will be limited. Payment in full must be rec'd by Jan. 14th to hold your spot. Plz register by email on our Contact Us page. Put First Responders in the description box. Be sure to include your name, email contact and phone number. Payment by check may be mailed to address on our contact page. We will accept last minute sign-ups at the door if there is room. Price at the door for the full workshop will be $100. Both days must be paid in full before the workshop begins.

                                                    What to Bring:

A comfortable chair. Bottled water and snacks as you see fit. We will not be having a lunch break. However, we will take a short break half-way thru. Pen and paper for note taking. A digital thermometer and a stethescope, both may be purchased at your local pharmacy. You will also need a watch with a second hand. Class will be held in the barn so please dress appropriately.

I am looking forward to assisting you and your horse by sharing/teaching this critical information that every horse parent will benefit from knowing! However, this is just a starting point, it is up to you to practice these skills, learn this info to become effective at assisting your horse in an emergency. This course is in NO WAY intended to be a substittute for professional veterinary care! I simply hope it will lead to more positive outcomes (in an emergency) for your horse... and also hope it will help make your veterinarian's job a little bit easier, too.

Cindy Acosta

              H.O.R.S.E. Training at Terrapin

  Healing Our Relationships & Self with Energy

                       Date: October 15th & 16th

                       Time: 9AM-4PM

                       Place: Terrapin Horse Center

                       Cost: $75/Full weekend

     This course is an introduction to understanding and working with the energetic centers(chakras) and auric fields of the physical body to facilitate healing of the whole being (mind, body and spirit). We will learn how to feel and read these energy centers/fields and how to channel and send healing life-force energy (sometimes called Chi or Qi) to ourselves and others...Animals too, of course ! Humans and animals are energetic beings in physical form.Where there is physical pain, illness or dis-ease, the relative energy centers will also be depleted, blocked or out of balance.Imbalances may even appear in these centers prior to the onset of physical symptoms.I see this often when stress/toxins are the culprit rather than physical trauma. Sending life-force energy to clear and balance these centers will, in turn, aid the self-healing of the pyhsical body.

     I am a certified Reiki Master along with training in Equine Craniosacral Therapy and other energetic healing modalities.After many years of doing this work and continued study, I now realize this formal, expensive training is not necessary to be able to help others and the animals we love.Everyone is capable of sending energy.We are ALL born with this ability and simply have to remember how to use it. H.O.R.S.E.- Helping Others Remember Spiritual Energy ! All that is needed is an open mind, heart and healing intentions for yourself and others.I have done this healing energy work for many of you and your animals.It is now my intention to empower everyone by showing you how to do it for yourselves. Anyone that is interested is welcome to join our class.There are no requirements other than a desire to learn:-).

     Class size is limited to 8 people to keep things intimate and individualized.We will work with eachother and with the horses. This will be a fun, relaxed, learning experience! Class will be held here at Terrapin in the barn so dress accordingly.There are some more suggestions below to help you get the most out of this workshop.I will offer this class again along with an advanced class in the spring for those that are interested.Can't wait to get started ! :-)-Cindy

Suggested Reading (prior to class): Hands Of Light- A Guide to Healing Through the Human Energy Field by Barbara Ann Brennan.This book will give you a basic understanding of the human energy centers and the intuitive nature of this work.I like it because the author keeps things very scientific rather than bringing her personal spirituality into play.It is a bit overwhelming at first.Yet, a book you will continue to learn from for years. 

Items to bring: Chair (with cushions if needed).Enough bottled water for both days,notebook, pen,comfortable clothes and shoes.We will have a cooler or fridge available for drinks, food.

Lunch: Plz bring a bag lunch or we will send out locally. We'll eat on the back porch family style.We will have coffee and donuts available in the morning.

How to Prepare Physically: We are working with our energy centers and I will be doing a chakra balancing/clearing for each of you.The clearer your personal energy is, the easier the clearing/balancing and feeling/sending energy will be for you.I suggest eating as healthy as possible (fresh foods, avoid processed) and drinking plenty of water for a few days prior to class.Hopefully, you all do this anyway! Avoid too much alcohol, sugar, caffiene, nicotine or other toxins also.Get some outdoor time with nature and a good night's rest before class begins:-)

Please register by email thru our Contact Us page. Just put H.O.R.S.E. in the comment box.There is limited room so plz register early to hold your space.Payment for workshop must be rec'd by 9/26/11 to ensure your spot.Tx! Cindy