Carlsbad, California
Tough Tails Equine provides individualized equine bodywork, PEMF therapy, and functional nutrition services with a whole-horse approach to wellness. Every horse is different, which means their care should be too. Rather than focusing only on the area where a horse appears sore or restricted, Tough Tails Equine looks at the bigger picture—including movement, compensation patterns, soft tissue and fascial restrictions, recovery, workload, management, and nutrition. Through thoughtful assessment, hands-on bodywork, PEMF therapy, and individualized nutritional support, the goal is to help horses move more freely, recover more efficiently, and feel their best while giving owners a better understanding of what their horse's body may be communicating. From performance athletes to trail partners and beloved companions, services are tailored to the individual horse and designed to complement their existing veterinary, farrier, training, and wellness care. Whole Horse. Whole Approach.
Bodywork, Massage Therapy, Nutritional Assessment, Myofascial Release, Training - Western, Masterson Method, Kinesiology Taping
August 2023
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Appointments cancelled with less than 24hours notice will be charged 50% of the service fee. No show appointments will be charged the full service fee + any travel fees. Cancellation fees can be waived at Tough Tails Equine discretion.
Within 100 miles of 92009
Certified Equine Bodyworker and Advanced Certified Equine Functional Nutrition Practitioner
As a Certified Equine Bodyworker and Certified Equine Functional Nutrition Practitioner, Hayley takes a whole-horse approach to wellness—looking beyond the area of obvious tension to better understand compensation patterns, movement, recovery, and the nutritional factors that may be influencing how a horse feels and performs. Her bodywork sessions combine hands-on soft tissue and fascial techniques with careful observation of each horse’s individual patterns and responses. PEMF therapy may be incorporated or used as a standalone service to provide additional recovery and wellness support. Through functional nutrition, Hayley also offers Minerals & Metals Mane Testing and individualized diet plans to help owners make more informed decisions about their horse’s nutritional needs. Above all, Hayley believes there is no one-size-fits-all approach to equine wellness. Her goal is not only to support the horse in front of her, but to help owners better understand what their horse’s body is communicating and give them practical tools to support their horse between sessions. Whole Horse. Whole Approach.
3 Consultations. Mineral and Metals Mane Test. Text support as needed.
Consultation and evaluation of current diet, supplements, medications, and any issues/concerns. To then transfer to an anti-inflammatory all forage diet safely and effectively.
Evaluate muscle symmetry, confirmation, and/or any gait issues. Discuss any areas of concern, any stiffness, and your goals. I will then perform effleurage, myofasical work, deep tissue, and stretching.
*Must have had an evaluation with me before booking a treatment massage. This is after an evaluation where we identified any issues and created a plan of action for recovery and/or maintenance.