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Wild horses are highly resilient animals with a great capacity to adjust to change. As part of a herd, they can travel up to 40 miles a day following the patterns of the seasons and the availability of grazing, water, and natural shelter. They have all the instincts they need to contend with the elements while keeping the herd healthy and strong. These horses know their terrain and have the wisdom of the ages of wild horses bred in their bones.

Domesticated horses are dependent on humans for their food, water, exercise, shelter, hoof care, and healthcare. By virtue of this dependency, our horses are at our mercy and whim. After years of captivity the horse has lost his capacity to thrive in any other environment than the one we provide. Their ability to adapt to change is markedly diminished yet they are often in a position of having to deal with major changes in their lives.

Change can be very stressful for most horses and can take both time and energy to regain their sense of well-being and comfort. Horses that change ownership must adjust to a completely new environment. Sorting out a position in a new herd can be challenging and even dangerous for them. Horses suffer when they lose a pasture mate. Abused and abandoned horses have a difficult time even after they are lucky enough to be rescued. These are all changes with which the horse would not have to cope if it were not for captivity.

The New Horse Guardian

A lot of us are realizing how important it is to provide as natural an environment for our horses as we can. We are paying attention to offering as much pasture time as possible, feeding low to the ground, offering blends of grass hay, having our horses go barefoot, and many other caring ways of giving our horses' good lives. Though nothing can take the place of a truly natural habitat for our horses there are things we can do to help them adjust to sharing our reality.

Many horse guardians are turning to acupressure and other complementary therapies to provide their horses with a greater sense of well-being and health. Since change is inevitable sometime during a horse's life, it is important to have a resource to help reduce the amount of stress the horse has to experience.

Acupressure for Adjusting to Change

Acupressure, like acupuncture, is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine. In Chinese Medicine, maintaining a harmonious flow of life-promoting energy called Chi, also seen as Qi or Ki, is essential to support the physical and emotional balance of the animal. There are specific pools, or acupressure points, on the equine and human body, that can be stimulated to maintain the harmonious flow of Chi.

When a change occurs, the horse can become stressed and the natural dynamic flow of Chi can become blocked. If this blockage sets up in the body, the horse can manifest an illness. To support the health and emotional well-being during this time, we can offer the horse an acupressure session to help prevent blockages of energy and build his ability to cope with the change.

Acupressure Point Selection

Selecting acupressure points, or "acupoints," for an acupressure session is both an art and a science. Change confronts the horse with the need to deal with a complex host of issues: self-sufficiency, courage, trust, adaptability, grief, and often physical stamina. Though each horse is an individual, there are some traditional acupoints that can be used to address these issues.

The following three acupoints in combination are known to alleviate fear, insecurity and hypersensitivity while building self-confidence and relieving anxiety and muscle tension:

1. Conception Vessel 14, Great Palace (the Chinese name translated into English)

2. Liver 3, Great Pouring, and

3. Kidney 3, Greater Stream.

In response to the emotional stress, Heart 7, Spirit's Gate or Mind Door, is an excellent acupressure point that is know to calm and clear the mind. This point can help the horse handle loss and be open to trusting again.

Change can be very physically demanding for a horse, especially during the initial time of finding his place in the herd. The acupoint Stomach 36, Leg Three Mile, has the attribute of enhancing the flow of Chi which builds strength and endurance.

There are many other traditional acupoints that could be selected to supports the horse's ability to adapt to the changes he must face. Acupoints can be further "fine-tuned" to be selected for each horse's specific requirements. By using the acupoints described above and identified in the chart, "Adjusting to Change," every fourth or fifth day, you will begin the process of helping the horse adapt to his new environment.

Acupressure Session

While looking at the chart and reading the anatomical description of the acupoints, locate an acupoint. Place the soft, fleshy part of the tip of your thumb on the point on one side of the horse. Use about 1-2 pounds of pressure, no more because we do not want to poke or hurt the horse. Your other hand should be resting comfortably on the horse as well. Hold your thumb on the acupoint and count to 30 or watch the horse for evidence of releasing of energy. An energetic release would be licking, yawning, stretching, lowering of the head, or passing air.

After holding your thumb on an acupoint on one side of the horse, move to the opposite side and hold the point on that side. Again watch and feel for any releases the horse may have or count to 30 slowly before moving on to the next acupressure point.

Amy Snow and Nancy Zidonis are the authors of: Equine Acupressure: A Working Manual, The Well-Connected Dog: A Guide To Canine Acupressure, and, Acu-Cat: A Guide to Feline Acupressure. They own Tallgrass Publishers, which offers Meridian Charts for horses, dogs, and cats, plus Introducing Equine Acupressure, a 50-minute training video. They founded Tallgrass Animal Acupressure Institute which provides hands-on and online training courses worldwide including a Practitioner Certification Program. To contact them: phone: 888-841-7211; web: http://www.animalacupressure.com email: info@animalacupressure.com

Shires Horse Blanket Storage Bags $23.95 Keep blankets in tip top condition when they're not in use with the Shires Horse Blanket Bag.  Perfect for storing blankets over the summer or keeping multiple blankets clean during transport. The Shires Blanket Bag fits all size and types of horse blankets.

Breyer Traditional Horse Blanket & Shipping Boots $11.44 The quilted Breyer Traditional Horse Blanket & Shipping Boots are perfect for trips in your Breyer trailer The Breyer Blanket & Shipping Boots can be used to keep your horses clean and free from dust or for realistic play. This Breyer Horse Blanket is scaled for the model horse collector (approx. 1:9 scale). Matching Shipping Boots are packaged in a set of four that feature velcro strap. Size: Traditional Note: Model horse not included.

Horse-Blanket Coat, 16 $59.9 Winter Coats by Canine Styles The Canine Styles "horse-blanket" coat is the ultimate cold weather protection. Available in water and snow-proof nylon with warm faux shearling lining. Fully adjustable straps that crisscross around the body (forming an 'X' underneath) and adjustable Velcro-and-buckle neck openings let you customize the fit for your dog. The leash can attach to a sewn-in D-ring, letting the coat work as a safe and comfortable harness. (Harness use recommended only for small or well-trained dogs.) Machine wash in cold water, hang to dry. Nylon outer shell sheds water and snow Warm faux shearling lining Reflective along lower seam Adjustable straps with metal T connectors Machine washable. Styles/Colors Blue Red Underside Sizing Size 8 10 12 14 16 Getting the Right Shirt Requires Three Measurements Maximum Girth Adjustment: The most important measurement is your dog's maximum chest girth. Use a soft measuring tape or a piece of string that you can measure with a ruler later. Wrap the tape all the way around your dog at the widest point of the chest. Your dog should be standing square, not sitting or slouching . That measurement becomes the Maximum Girth size for your dog. Minimum Girth Adjustment: The coat won't adjust any smaller than this for the girth. If you dog's chest girth is much smaller than this you'll have to decide if that size is right for you. You don't want your dog "swimming" in the coat. Back Length: This is the length of the coat. Measure your dog from collar to base of tail to see how the coat will fit the length of your dog. Maximum Girth Adjustment 12.5" 14.5" 18.5" 22.5" 24.5" Minimum Girth Adjustment 10.5" 11.5" 14" 17.5" 20" Back Length 8" 10" 12" 14" 16" Returning a Coat Most returns are due to guessing at the size rather than taking the time to measure. There is a conditional 15% restocking fee on clothing. If we need to remove the hair from the item, we will charge a 15% restocking fee for the cleaning service. If you

Horse-Blanket Coat, 8 $39.9 Winter Coats by Canine Styles The Canine Styles "horse-blanket" coat is the ultimate cold weather protection. Available in water and snow-proof nylon with warm faux shearling lining. Fully adjustable straps that crisscross around the body (forming an 'X' underneath) and adjustable Velcro-and-buckle neck openings let you customize the fit for your dog. The leash can attach to a sewn-in D-ring, letting the coat work as a safe and comfortable harness. (Harness use recommended only for small or well-trained dogs.) Machine wash in cold water, hang to dry. Nylon outer shell sheds water and snow Warm faux shearling lining Reflective along lower seam Adjustable straps with metal T connectors Machine washable. Styles/Colors Blue Red Underside Sizing Size 8 10 12 14 16 Getting the Right Shirt Requires Three Measurements Maximum Girth Adjustment: The most important measurement is your dog's maximum chest girth. Use a soft measuring tape or a piece of string that you can measure with a ruler later. Wrap the tape all the way around your dog at the widest point of the chest. Your dog should be standing square, not sitting or slouching . That measurement becomes the Maximum Girth size for your dog. Minimum Girth Adjustment: The coat won't adjust any smaller than this for the girth. If you dog's chest girth is much smaller than this you'll have to decide if that size is right for you. You don't want your dog "swimming" in the coat. Back Length: This is the length of the coat. Measure your dog from collar to base of tail to see how the coat will fit the length of your dog. Maximum Girth Adjustment 12.5" 14.5" 18.5" 22.5" 24.5" Minimum Girth Adjustment 10.5" 11.5" 14" 17.5" 20" Back Length 8" 10" 12" 14" 16" Returning a Coat Most returns are due to guessing at the size rather than taking the time to measure. There is a conditional 15% restocking fee on clothing. If we need to remove the hair from the item, we will charge a 15% restocking fee for the cleaning service. If you

Horse-Blanket Coat, 10 $39.9 Winter Coats by Canine Styles The Canine Styles "horse-blanket" coat is the ultimate cold weather protection. Available in water and snow-proof nylon with warm faux shearling lining. Fully adjustable straps that crisscross around the body (forming an 'X' underneath) and adjustable Velcro-and-buckle neck openings let you customize the fit for your dog. The leash can attach to a sewn-in D-ring, letting the coat work as a safe and comfortable harness. (Harness use recommended only for small or well-trained dogs.) Machine wash in cold water, hang to dry. Nylon outer shell sheds water and snow Warm faux shearling lining Reflective along lower seam Adjustable straps with metal T connectors Machine washable. Styles/Colors Blue Red Underside Sizing Size 8 10 12 14 16 Getting the Right Shirt Requires Three Measurements Maximum Girth Adjustment: The most important measurement is your dog's maximum chest girth. Use a soft measuring tape or a piece of string that you can measure with a ruler later. Wrap the tape all the way around your dog at the widest point of the chest. Your dog should be standing square, not sitting or slouching . That measurement becomes the Maximum Girth size for your dog. Minimum Girth Adjustment: The coat won't adjust any smaller than this for the girth. If you dog's chest girth is much smaller than this you'll have to decide if that size is right for you. You don't want your dog "swimming" in the coat. Back Length: This is the length of the coat. Measure your dog from collar to base of tail to see how the coat will fit the length of your dog. Maximum Girth Adjustment 12.5" 14.5" 18.5" 22.5" 24.5" Minimum Girth Adjustment 10.5" 11.5" 14" 17.5" 20" Back Length 8" 10" 12" 14" 16" Returning a Coat Most returns are due to guessing at the size rather than taking the time to measure. There is a conditional 15% restocking fee on clothing. If we need to remove the hair from the item, we will charge a 15% restocking fee for the cleaning service. If you

Horse-Blanket Coat, 12 $49.9 Winter Coats by Canine Styles The Canine Styles "horse-blanket" coat is the ultimate cold weather protection. Available in water and snow-proof nylon with warm faux shearling lining. Fully adjustable straps that crisscross around the body (forming an 'X' underneath) and adjustable Velcro-and-buckle neck openings let you customize the fit for your dog. The leash can attach to a sewn-in D-ring, letting the coat work as a safe and comfortable harness. (Harness use recommended only for small or well-trained dogs.) Machine wash in cold water, hang to dry. Nylon outer shell sheds water and snow Warm faux shearling lining Reflective along lower seam Adjustable straps with metal T connectors Machine washable. Styles/Colors Blue Red Underside Sizing Size 8 10 12 14 16 Getting the Right Shirt Requires Three Measurements Maximum Girth Adjustment: The most important measurement is your dog's maximum chest girth. Use a soft measuring tape or a piece of string that you can measure with a ruler later. Wrap the tape all the way around your dog at the widest point of the chest. Your dog should be standing square, not sitting or slouching . That measurement becomes the Maximum Girth size for your dog. Minimum Girth Adjustment: The coat won't adjust any smaller than this for the girth. If you dog's chest girth is much smaller than this you'll have to decide if that size is right for you. You don't want your dog "swimming" in the coat. Back Length: This is the length of the coat. Measure your dog from collar to base of tail to see how the coat will fit the length of your dog. Maximum Girth Adjustment 12.5" 14.5" 18.5" 22.5" 24.5" Minimum Girth Adjustment 10.5" 11.5" 14" 17.5" 20" Back Length 8" 10" 12" 14" 16" Returning a Coat Most returns are due to guessing at the size rather than taking the time to measure. There is a conditional 15% restocking fee on clothing. If we need to remove the hair from the item, we will charge a 15% restocking fee for the cleaning service. If you

Horse-Blanket Coat, 14 $49.9 Winter Coats by Canine Styles The Canine Styles "horse-blanket" coat is the ultimate cold weather protection. Available in water and snow-proof nylon with warm faux shearling lining. Fully adjustable straps that crisscross around the body (forming an 'X' underneath) and adjustable Velcro-and-buckle neck openings let you customize the fit for your dog. The leash can attach to a sewn-in D-ring, letting the coat work as a safe and comfortable harness. (Harness use recommended only for small or well-trained dogs.) Machine wash in cold water, hang to dry. Nylon outer shell sheds water and snow Warm faux shearling lining Reflective along lower seam Adjustable straps with metal T connectors Machine washable. Styles/Colors Blue Red Underside Sizing Size 8 10 12 14 16 Getting the Right Shirt Requires Three Measurements Maximum Girth Adjustment: The most important measurement is your dog's maximum chest girth. Use a soft measuring tape or a piece of string that you can measure with a ruler later. Wrap the tape all the way around your dog at the widest point of the chest. Your dog should be standing square, not sitting or slouching . That measurement becomes the Maximum Girth size for your dog. Minimum Girth Adjustment: The coat won't adjust any smaller than this for the girth. If you dog's chest girth is much smaller than this you'll have to decide if that size is right for you. You don't want your dog "swimming" in the coat. Back Length: This is the length of the coat. Measure your dog from collar to base of tail to see how the coat will fit the length of your dog. Maximum Girth Adjustment 12.5" 14.5" 18.5" 22.5" 24.5" Minimum Girth Adjustment 10.5" 11.5" 14" 17.5" 20" Back Length 8" 10" 12" 14" 16" Returning a Coat Most returns are due to guessing at the size rather than taking the time to measure. There is a conditional 15% restocking fee on clothing. If we need to remove the hair from the item, we will charge a 15% restocking fee for the cleaning service. If you

HUG Heavyweight Horse Blanket $139.95 HUG Heavyweight Horse Blanket. Keep your horse comfortable in the coldest climates with the HUG Heavyweight Horse Blanket, featuring flexible and adjustable panels to prevent rubbing.

Pink Horse Blanket Buddy $20 The loveable horse blanket buddy for cow-kids. Wrap in cozy blanket & use horse as a comfy pillow!. Includes plush horse animal & soft blanket. Your young guy or gal will love snuggling up to our adorable horse blanket buddy. Stuffed animal horse pillow securely holds folded up blankie. Comes in zipper bag with handles. Polyester exterior and cotton lining. Measures 10" x 12" x 6". Imported.

Tough-1 Shoshone Saddle Blanket Burgundy $12.99 Tough-1 Shoshone Saddle Blanket Double hand-woven saddle blanket made of heavy blended acrylic yarn providing extra comfort for the horse. An affordable show blanket. Size: 32" x 32"

Tough-1 Shoshone Saddle Blanket Red $12.99 Tough-1 Shoshone Saddle Blanket Double hand-woven saddle blanket made of heavy blended acrylic yarn providing extra comfort for the horse. An affordable show blanket. Size: 32" x 32"

Tough-1 Shoshone Saddle Blanket Tan $12.99 Tough-1 Shoshone Saddle Blanket Double hand-woven saddle blanket made of heavy blended acrylic yarn providing extra comfort for the horse. An affordable show blanket. Size: 32" x 32"

Tough-1 Shoshone Saddle Blanket Royal $12.99 Tough-1 Shoshone Saddle Blanket Double hand-woven saddle blanket made of heavy blended acrylic yarn providing extra comfort for the horse. An affordable show blanket. Size: 32" x 32"

Tough-1 Shoshone Saddle Blanket Purple $12.99 Tough-1 Shoshone Saddle Blanket Double hand-woven saddle blanket made of heavy blended acrylic yarn providing extra comfort for the horse. An affordable show blanket. Size: 32" x 32"

Tough-1 Shoshone Saddle Blanket Green $12.99 Tough-1 Shoshone Saddle Blanket Double hand-woven saddle blanket made of heavy blended acrylic yarn providing extra comfort for the horse. An affordable show blanket. Size: 32" x 32"

Horse Horse baby blanket by CafePress $29.5 A horse lover will enjoy this cute horse and the word NEIGH. Makes a nice gift. Horse baby blanket Your baby will sleep tight and sleep comfortably with this super-soft, ultra-snuggly baby blanket. Whether you're swaddling a newborn or giving your toddler an extra layer in the car, this blanket has you covered.32 x 37 with 1/2 trim.

Rambo by Horseware Horse Stable Blanket $164.95 Rambo Stable Horse Rug. Used by more professionals world wide than any other horse blanket.

Horse Saddle, Stirrup and Blanket Looped over a Cattle Yard Fence, Australia $34.99 Horse Saddle, Stirrup and Blanket Looped over a Cattle Yard Fence, Australia Photographic Print by Jason Edwards. Product size approximately 9 x 12 inches. Available at Art.com. Embrace your Space - your source for high quality fine art posters and prints.

Rambo by Horseware Horse Blanket Surcingle $10.95 Horseware Surcingle - Elasticated surcingle that helps keep sheets and coolers in place.Rambo classic color - Purple/green. One size fits most.

TuffRider 600D Medium Weight Turnout Horse Blanket $92.95 TuffRider 600D Turnout Horse Blanket. TuffRider's 600D Turnout Horse Blanket has a waterproof breathable outer fabric.