A bit about me
Looking back, animals have been an integral part of my life; from the Guinea pig, budgerigar, Syrian hamsters and cats we had in our childhood; to the cockatiel, gerbil, dwarf hamsters and cats in my younger, and recent years. They each taught me so much and feel blessed to have had a connection with each and every one of them. I am cu
Looking back, animals have been an integral part of my life; from the Guinea pig, budgerigar, Syrian hamsters and cats we had in our childhood; to the cockatiel, gerbil, dwarf hamsters and cats in my younger, and recent years. They each taught me so much and feel blessed to have had a connection with each and every one of them. I am currently guardian to a rescue dog (Tigger) and foster hedgehogs over the winter months.
My first real connection with horses was from around the age of nine when I learnt to ride. I enjoyed jumping and learning about horse care; including preparation for competition. My relationship with horses continued after we moved counties and was able to continue riding while helping out at a local stables. It has been wonderful to reconnect with these beautiful souls through working with them.
As teenagers my sister and I helped out on a local farm where we would regularly encounter its animal residents, as well looking after rabbits when their owners went on holiday and walking an elderly lady's dog who lived in the village.
Prior to adopting our lovely dog I embarked upon my spiritual path, with a particular interest in healing, which led to Reiki. I have always had a positive outlook and bring both calmness and positivity to the sessions. Meditation and my connection with nature allows me to maintain this calmness, inner peace and balance.
Complementary t
Prior to adopting our lovely dog I embarked upon my spiritual path, with a particular interest in healing, which led to Reiki. I have always had a positive outlook and bring both calmness and positivity to the sessions. Meditation and my connection with nature allows me to maintain this calmness, inner peace and balance.
Complementary therapy, which included homeopathic and herbal remedies, was an integral part of my upbringing, as well as being in a household that grew a wide range of plants and foods. However, I do enjoy exploring the scientific aspect and researching things in depth, and liaising with experts. This approach gave me a better understanding of Tigger's issues (lead aggression, separation anxiety, nervousness and anxiousness) and along with holistic sessions, consistency, empathy, kindness and patience, have transformed him into a happy, more confident and relaxed dog.
Being within the healthcare sector and laboratory setting for over 30 years allows me to draw upon knowledge of health issues gained over this time.
Throughout my life helping animals and wildlife has always been a passion, and as a youngster was an RSPB Young Ornithologist, all of which were my motivation to embark on my training.
MY CODE OF CONDUCT
- I will not diagnose and am aware of my own professional limitations.
- I will only arrange to see an animal whose illness or ailment has bee
Throughout my life helping animals and wildlife has always been a passion, and as a youngster was an RSPB Young Ornithologist, all of which were my motivation to embark on my training.
MY CODE OF CONDUCT
- I will not diagnose and am aware of my own professional limitations.
- I will only arrange to see an animal whose illness or ailment has been first diagnosed or reviewed by a vet.
- I will work with respect and in partnership with both the animal and their guardian.
- I will respect the confidentiality of both the animal and their guardian
I have an enhanced CRB check and am fully insured for all services offered.
We ensure all sessions move at your animal's own pace; and with empathy, kindness and respect for your animal.
Training to date
Courses and CPD Sessions
Animal Courses & CPD
- Animal Psychology (Cats, dogs and rabbits) - Distance Learning (Online Academies)
- Holistic Canine Care Course - Physical, Social and Psychological Needs of the Dog - Myerscough College (Ann De-Rizzio)
- Animal Communication Workshop (with animals in attendance) - Leeds (Pea Horsley)
- Equine, Feline and Canine Behavioural Assessments - (Rose Holistic Therapies and Training)
- Horse Care and Management Diploma - Distance Learning (Centre of Excellence)
- Introduction to Equine Behaviour Workshop - Equine Body Language - Home Farm Holistic Livery (Stephanie Loveridge, Equine Kind)
- Animal Physiology: Respiration and Gas Exchange - On-line Course (Udemy - Scott Turner)
- Wolves the Dog Ancestors - Learning Animals Nature Dog Human - On-line course (Udemy - Marco Adda)
- Scentwork Solutions for Abnormal & Repetitive Behaviours, Fears and Phobias - Webinar (Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors - Morag Heirs)
- Understanding Stress in Dogs for Therapists - Distance Learning (Animal Therapy Works (Elaine Stavert)/Rose Applied Therapies & Courses)
- Everyday Enrichment (Canine) - Webinar (The Dog Nose - Kirsty Grant)
- 5 Element Theory for Animal Well-being - Distance Learning (Nayana Morag, Essential Animals)
- Headshaking in Horses (Trigeminal-mediated Headshaking)- Webinar (BHS - North) (Veronica Roberts, University of Bristol)
- Sleep Disorder in Horses - A review of over 400 cases - Webinar (Dr Joe Bertone, Equine Behaviour & Training Association (EBTA))
Herbal/Aromatherapy Courses & CPD
- Applied Herbal Choices for Animals Consultant Training (including completion of 7 initial and follow-up case study sessions (cat/dog/horse)) – Oxfordshire (Rose Holistic Therapies and Training)
- Forage days (Spring, Summer and Autumn) including preparation of herbal teas, hydrosols, salves and macerates, and berry leather - Oxfordshire (Rose Holistic Therapies and Training)
- How essential oils work in the body - On-line course (Robert Tisserand)
- Aromatherapy Study Day, Rediscovering aromatic plants and their essential oils - Kew Gardens (Dr Vivienne Anthony)
- Essential Oils for Animals - An Introduction - Distance Learning (Nayana Morag, Essential Animals)
- Master Herbalist Diploma - Distance Learning (Centre of Excellence)
- Herbalism: Growing Medicinal plants/Herbalism: Identify and Harvest Wild Medicinal plants - On-line course (Udemy - Elizabeth Heck)
- Northern Root Medicine - Angelica Workshop (including preparation of herbal glycerite) - Bolton (Edwina Hodkinson)
- Fire in the Belly - Medicine for the Digestive System Workshop (including preparation of live sauerkraut and kefir) - Bury (Edwina Hodkinson)
- Essential Oils for Emotional Health & Wellbeing - Holistic Wellbeing (Eileen Doody)
- May Day Wild Medicine Walk - Moses Gate Country Park, Bolton (Edwina Hodkinson)
- Canine Self Medication: Working with Past Trauma and Rescue Dogs - Webinar (Caroline Ingraham)
- Clinical uses of Hemp Extracts in the management of Osteoarthritis in Dogs & Emerging evidence in their use in management of Neuropathic & Acute pain states - Webinar (Joseph Wakshlag & Dave Tittle)
Reiki Courses & CPD
- Animal Magic Reiki© Diploma Training (Level 1 and 2) (including completion of 10 initial and follow-up case study sessions (cat/dog/horse))- Norfolk (Niki Senior)
Nature/Wildlife Courses & CPD
- Hedge Laying Course - Ladderedge Country Park, Leek (Staffordshire Moorlands District Council)
- Virtual Tree Identification Walk & Interactive Talk (Peel Park) - Zoom talk (Peel Park Keeper & David Winnard, Discover the Wild)
- Wildlife Gardening: Ponds ,Wildflowers, Birds/Planting for Pollinators - Webinars (Anna Williams, North Wales Wildlife Trust)
- British Amphibian & Reptile Identification (in particular species found in Gtr Manchester) - Webinar (Dr Robert Jehle, University of Salford)
- Common birds & How to attract them to your garden- Webinar (Stuart Collier, Conservation Chat UK Ltd)
- Improving pasture biodiversity - Webinar (Mathew Dodds)
- Grow Don’t Mow webinar - Webinar (Dave Goulson), Derbyshire Wildlife Trust
Microbiome Courses & CPD
- Study Day - Research & Practical Herbal Knowledge to Support the Microbiome in Animals - Oxfordshire (Dr Michael, Equibiome)
- Gut Brain Microbiota Axis Seminar - Association of Naturopathic Practitioners, Manchester (Kate Osbourne, Genova Diagnostics)
- Gut-brain axis communication: How diet may influence our horses' behaviour - Webinar (BHS) (Dr Louise Bulmer, SRUC)
- The gastrointestinal microbiome and its effects (dogs) - Webinar (Felicity Caddick)
First Aid Courses
- First Aid for Cats and Dogs - Myerscough College (Denise Chapman)
- Canine First Aid - Paw and Pad Injuries - Distance learning (Rachel Bean RVN's School)
Association/Society Membership
