Katie Speed Equine and Canine Massage Therapy

‘Tis the season #katiespeedremt #sheddingseason #equinemassage #mudseason

We’re late to the party.....Happy National Puppy Day to my handsome little man #katiespeedremt #dogsofinstagram #NationalPuppyDay2021 #chihuahua #rescuedog

Lily was all for a good massage after a busy hiking weekend! Muscle fatigue and tension are common in the spring, since we often feel more motivated to get out and be active after winter hibernation. With massage, I aim to soothe sore muscles, then increase flexibility and strength to help improve health for future hikes ... #katiespeedremt #caninemassage #sleepydog #doglife #doglover

First time massage for this handsome man. I live for those sleepy faces Thanks Autumn Bondy for the photos! #katiespeedremt #ifremt #equinemassage #equestrianlife #sleepyhead #sheddingseason

This animal chiropractor is a real-life Dr Doolittle!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and your fur families! Wishing you all good health and happiness this season

Before and after And he let out some big gas once his tail came loose. Who knows how long it had been tucked up in there for

If your animal is injured or has a strained area, the body will try to rest or protect that spot by shifting the workload to other areas of the body, otherwise known as compensation. This gelding was presenting with significant tension in his mid-low back. Part way through the treatment, the entire mid-low back became very soft and relaxed...that’s when the problem clearly presented itself just behind the wither. In many cases, compensation can actually cause more problems ...than the initial issue, especially in the long-term. Sometimes it can even present itself as the main problem such as in this case. The best way to prevent this? Addressing areas of concern as soon as they appear. It’s a much more tedious process to eliminate these problems once they have made themselves at-home in your horse’s body.

Does your horse’s body fall under one of these categories? Message me! I can help!

Travelling to new places to massage new ponies makes this job all the more fun Thanks Mackenzie Moore for the opportunity!

Happy Canada Day to all my friends, family and clients across this beautiful country

It is with mixed feelings that I announce that my time in Nova Scotia has come to an end and I am back in Ontario. I loved my time there and made great friends and memories, but it was time to return home to all my wonderful clients Call, text or email for an appointment! I'm looking forward to helping your fur babies get back to pre-quarantine shape! ... (519) 277-5609 [email protected]

Many equine facilities are closing their doors to encourage social distancing. Ensure that you and your horse are prepared with: - adequate feed supplies - instructions for barn owner/manager - plan for emergency ... Check out the link below to make sure you have everything you need in place for your 4-legged family members

Valued clients, All Ontario trips for this month have been postponed for the time being due to travel concerns. I will be rescheduling as soon as possible and will let you all know when new dates have been scheduled. Thank you all for your support

EDIT: Due to recent travel concerns, I will not be traveling to Ontario this coming weekend. Any appointments booked for the end of March/beginning of April are still scheduled for now but will keep you updated. Thank you all for your continued support and I look forward to working with you and your fur babies soon Free shedding services with every massage ... Massage therapy is also a great investment in your horse with spring training and the upcoming show season Several Ontario dates coming up... March 23rd & 24th March 30th, 31st & April 1st April 10th Send a message to book an appointment!

Christmas time can be stressful, especially to our furry friends who don't understand the fuss and chaos I'm currently on route back to the Cambridge area until the 25th and have a few spots available to give your fur baby the gift of relaxation

I am happy to announce that I have completed my examinations and am now a provisional member of the International Federation of Registered Equine Massage Therapists (IFREMT)! I must now complete 100 externship hours with a veterinarian/chiropractor or REMT to become and official REMT!

Officially Pet First Aid Certified!

A very accurate canine anatomy diagram

Interesting study showing that your horse's eyelid movement can be a primary, yet subtle indicator of stress *cue nervous eye twitch*

I'm in Cambridge until the 7th and still have some availability! Treat your equine companion to a spa day as the cold weather settles in

Happy Halloween (the BEST holiday) Show me all your costumes!!

Happy National Cat Day!

I am currently enjoying some time living in Nova Scotia, but will be back in Ontario for regular visits. I will be in Cambridge from November 1st-7th, just in time for the Royal Winter Fair! I know that I'm always super motivated during this wonderful time of year, to do my best riding and have lots of horsey time. With colder weather and lots of work, our horses can benefit from massage to improve circulation and soothe aching muscles. Message me with any questions about massage or to book an appointment.

So true... Our ponies are worth it though! Even a regular stretching routine can make all the difference in your ride. There are stretches for every muscle group and after just one treatment, I can create a program of stretches specific to your horse's needs to improve their comfort and performance. Message me for more details on stretching or to book an appointment!

Welcome to my Facebook page! I recently graduated from the 2200-hour Equine Massage Therapy program at D'Arcy Lane/Trios College and I am excited to officially begin a career in something I am passionate about! I look forward to continue servicing my current clients as well as embracing new ones. I can't wait to meet your furry companions and make their bodies and lives more comfortable.