Somerset based, veterinary physiotherapist, specialising in equine rehabilitation and conditioning
I will be putting a animal life order in in the next day or so if anyone is running low
If you would like to know more about the Vetro Collection and how it may be an option for your horse please get in touch
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07872024152
[email protected]
Vetro Collection by Animalife - Feel The Difference Creators of Vetrofen and Vetroflex.
03/06/2026
*** Next weeks availability ***
🐎 🐴 LIMITED SPACES 🐴 🐎
Monday 8th June - 2.30 - Bitton / Wick /Siston
Tuesday 9th June - PM - Mendips
Thursday 11th June - PM - Glastonbury/ Shepton Mallet / Keinton Mandeville
Week beginning 15th is slightly less busy at the moment
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For more info please get in touch
www.hannahcoxphysio.co.uk
02/06/2026
Has the half term break left your horse a little stiff, tight, or out of routine? 🐴☀️
With the hot weather this past week, we all felt the effects of the heat! Half term often brings a change in routine too – whether that’s extra lessons, camps, competitions and longer rides, or perhaps a little less work than usual.
Even when we’re fit and capable of doing our jobs or enjoying our hobbies, we can still feel sore, tight, and fatigued after changes in workload or routine. Our horses are no different. Whether they’ve been doing more or less than usual, their muscles and bodies can benefit from a little extra support.
Regular physiotherapy can help to identify and address areas of tension, discomfort, or compensation before they develop into bigger issues.
Benefits of regular physiotherapy include:
✔️ Improved flexibility and range of movement
✔️ Reduced muscle tension and soreness
✔️ Enhanced performance and recovery
✔️ Early identification of potential issues
✔️ Greater comfort and wellbeing
✔️ Support during changes in workload and routine
✔️ Helping your horse feel and move at their best
Physiotherapy isn’t just for when something is wrong—it’s an important part of maintaining your horse’s health, comfort, and performance throughout the year.
📅 If your horse has had a busy half term, or even a quieter one than normal, now is a great time to book a check-up and help them get back into the swing of things.
📩 Message to book or discuss whether physiotherapy could benefit your horse.
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23/05/2026
The Somerset Horse Show is tomorrow! 🐴
We can’t wait to welcome you all!
The site is all set up and ready to go, the Shetland foals can’t wait to meet you, and we’ll have a variety of trade stands for you to browse, plus great food from Denela’s. 🍔☕
A huge thank you to all our sponsors and stewards who help make this event happen.
Entries will be taken on the day, and the event is open to all ages and abilities.
Don’t miss out. It’s also a fantastic day out for anyone who just wants to come along and spectate! Don't forget to bring your dogs along as well for the fun dog show at approximately midday.
We look forward to seeing you there! 🌟
Key information:
📍 Mid-Somerset Showground, BA4 4GF
⏰️ Classes starting from 8.30am
🐶 Fun Dog Show
🚶 Pedestrian access is available via Dark Lane
💰️ Free to attend
Denelas Bakery
GW Publishing & Event Support Ltd
Forget Me Not Property Care
Cherhill Shetlands
Cooper and Tanner
East Mendip Riding Club
Tweed farm
Duble - The Shetland Pony Diaries
HB McTimoney Animal Chiropractor
Fire Alarm Consultancy
RB Greenscape
Hannah Cox Physio
NFU Mutual Wells
Allie Rix
Angela Yeoman
Mick & Pauline Abraham
Shepton Vets
21/05/2026
🚨 Important Equine Health Reminder 🚨
There has been an increase in reported cases of equine influenza, so it’s important for everyone in the equine community to take extra care to help limit the spread.
Equine influenza is a contagious respiratory illness that can spread rapidly between horses through close contact, shared equipment, clothing, and movement between yards.
🐴 Symptoms may include:
• Raised temperature
• Persistent cough
• Nasal discharge
• Reduced energy levels
• Loss of appetite
🧼 Simple precautions can make a big difference:
• Check your horse’s temperature regularly
• Avoid attending events if your horse is unwell
• Isolate horses showing symptoms
• Disinfect equipment, boots, and hands between horses
• Avoid sharing tack, buckets, or grooming kits
• Ensure vaccinations are current
• Contact your vet promptly if you have concerns
To help protect the health of all horses and clients, appointments will need to be postponed if illness is suspected or confirmed, and can resume once your vet has advised it is safe to do so.
Thank you for helping keep our horses, yards, and equestrian community safe 💙
Sometimes the smallest responses tell us the most ✨
In this clip, you can see me holding a pressure point along the back, followed by small muscle spasms, licking, and chewing — all common signs of release and relaxation in the horse.
By applying steady, gentle pressure to a tension point, we encourage the nervous system and surrounding muscles to “let go.” These points can hold tightness, discomfort, or protective tension patterns, and sustained pressure helps increase circulation, reduce guarding, and allow the tissue to release naturally.
Those little twitches and spasms are often the body responding and resetting, while licking and chewing are classic signs of relaxation and parasympathetic release 🐴
Every horse communicates differently — learning to listen to those subtle signs is such an important part of equine bodywork 💫
Small amount of Pre half term availability
Friday,L 22nd of May - p.m. Availability.
Chew Valley / Mendips areas
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17/05/2026
🐴 Get your entries in!
💜The Somerset Horse Show
📆Sunday 24th May
📍Mid-Somerset showground, BA4 4GF
It’s set to be a fantastic day out for everyone, with all ages and abilities welcome.🐎✨
Spectators/visitors also welcome. We have a few local trade stands, catering, ice cream, a fun dog show and Shetland pony foals!
We are continuing to monitor the equine flu situation closely and will be taking all necessary precautions to help keep everyone safe and ensure the event can run smoothly.
📅 Pre-Entries close on Thursday 21st May
📌 Entries will also be accepted on the day at an increased rate.
Enter now here 👇
https://www.midsomersetshow.org.uk/events/view/the-somerset-horse-show/
15/05/2026
🐴 FUN FACT FRIDAY 🐴
Did you know that a horse’s stride is often one of the first places we notice discomfort?
Even mild muscle soreness or tension can create subtle changes in movement before a horse shows obvious signs of lameness. This might look like:
✨ A shorter stride on one side
✨ Difficulty bending evenly
✨ Changes in transitions
✨ Uneven tracking behind
✨ A reluctance to work “through the back”
✨ One rein suddenly feeling harder than the other
Because horses naturally compensate, these small asymmetries can easily go unnoticed at first — but over time they may place extra strain on other muscles and joints.
That’s why regular physiotherapy assessments can be so valuable for both performance horses and happy hackers alike. Early identification of tension, weakness, or movement changes can help keep your horse comfortable, moving freely, and performing at their best. 💙
Whether your horse is competing, returning to work, or simply feeling a little “not quite right,” subtle movement changes are always worth paying attention to.
📍some Appointments still available for May
🗓️ Junes diary is now open for bookings
📱 📩 📧 to book or discuss your horse’s needs
13/05/2026
Love seeing them grow and learn
The biggest time waster going … 😅