ABOUT BROOKE
I grew up loving animals and like many girls, was obsessed with horses. I still haven't grown out of the "I love horses" phase, and continue to actively ride and occasionally compete in Cowboy Up Challenges as well as Ranch Horse Versatility events.
This passion for horses has lead me to pursuing a career in the equine industry. I graduated from Lakeland College in June of 2018 with a diploma in Animal Health Technology. Shortly after completing my practicum, I began working as a veterinary technician at Bluffton Veterinary Services. I was there for 5 years and gained so much invaluable experience. I primarily worked in the equine and large animal department, specifically in equine reproduction. Despite dreaming of becoming a vet tech for a long time while growing up, I knew I needed more. In high school, I took sports medicine as an option which lead me to start exploring equine related sports medicine career paths. In the fall of 2018 I began my journey in equine body work. Since then, I have taken various courses through the Canadian Institute of Equine and Canine Body Works and have over 1200 hours of education and training. In the summer of 2023 I left the clinic to pursue equine bodywork full time, as well as help run our ranch at home.
As a proud member, and Canadian Vice Chair, of the International Equine Body Worker Association, I strive to provide the best care I can and am always seeking out continuing education opportunities. It is crucial to me to create a well rounded program tailored to your horse’s specific needs done so through massage, stretches, and exercises. I look forward to becoming part of your horse’s wellness team!
-Brooke
EDUCATION
2018
Animal Health Technology - Lakeland College (2016 to 2018)
EQ50: Equine Anatomy - Equinology
EQ100: Equinology Equine Body Worker Certification Course - CIECBW
2018 A Team Approach Dissection Clinic - Energy Equine/Inhand Equine Therapy
2019
EQ900: Equine Anatomy Discovery Workshop - CIECBW
NeuroKinetic Therapy (Equine) - CIECBW
EQ103: Advanced Soft Tissue Techniques, Introduction to Spinal Mobilization, and Clinical Reasoning - CIECBW
2019 Team Approach Dissection Clinic - Energy Equine/Inhand Equine Therapy
2020
2020 Team Approach Dissection Clinic - Energy Equine/Inhand Equine Therapy
2021
EQ25: Intro to Clinical Research Methodology and Analysis - Online Academy of Equine Science
SI and Back Dysfunction - Inhand Equine Therapy
2022
Equine Wellness Conference - Inhand Equine Therapy
Equine Functional Osteopathy Conversion Course (Year One) - Animal Osteopathy International
2023
The Rider's Pelvic Floor Webinar - Optimize Your Ride
Physical Harmony Between Horse & Rider Webinar - Optimize Your Ride
EQ800: Foundations of Equine Acupressure Level 1 - CIECBW
EQ1200: Equine Cranial Sacral Therapy Level 1 - CIECBW
2024
Team Talks Lecture Series - Inhand Equine Therapy
EQ910: Dr. Deb Bennett In Person Equine Dissection - CIECBW
ABOUT HARMONY EQUINE
It is important to us to approach each horse on an individual basis. This allows us to meet their specific needs and target problem areas appropriately, thus, creating a well rounded body work program for your horse. We regularly collaborate with other wellness team members to ensure that your horse is efficiently making progress and all aspects of the horse are being addressed. For Harmony Equine, taking a proactive approach to increase performance is the best form of injury prevention in any equine athlete. No matter the discipline, every horse will suffer from the taxing affects of their sport to some degree. It is our goal to help facilitate harmony within their body in order to maximize performance.
