animal-assisted therapy
Derrick’s First Trot
When Derrick first came to us two terms ago he couldn't sit up and would spend his time lying back on a horse. We can't claim full credit for this as he has some pretty amazing therapists at KGVI, but today, Derrick, not only asks to sit up on his horse, but even manages to trot!…Read more Derrick’s First Trot
31-7-15: Shiloh Nursery School Visits
It's always fun to host nursery schools. For many of the kids it's the first time they've ever interacted with a dog, let alone a horse... We really love being part of that introduction. Check out some pictures from that day: https://me.sh/vzjjhpo
23-7-15: Learning by Watching
Two of our Cremellos – Freshly Ground and Moonlight – are well on their way to being therapeutic horses. As an introduction to the world of which they will soon be a part, we brought them over from their paddock to watch a therapeutic session take place. “Horses are smart enough to learn from each…Read more 23-7-15: Learning by Watching
Rutendo’s Visit
While you maintain a healthy respect for their hooves and teeth, if you work around horses all the time, you mostly lose any sense of primal fear that you may have had. Rutendo reminded us of that fear when she came to visit us last week. She saw these giant creatures, all legs and head…Read more Rutendo’s Visit
Healing With Horses Zimbabwe 