Equine Services & Practitioners
Preparing for competition day is a big deal! Every detail matters from plaiting and grooming to ensuring hooves are in top shape. That’s why we’re thrilled to offer a range of on-site practitioners and service providers to support you every step of the way.
We’ve made it easy for you—check out our list of available experts and services to help you shine in the ring.
Are you interested in joining us as a practitioner or service provider? We’d love to hear from you!
To apply, email us at [email protected]. The pass will give you full-week access, multi-gate entry, and the opportunity to camp on-site at a competitor’s rate.
Please note that only HOY registered practitioners and service providers can charge for services on-site.
VS Equine
VS Equine is for all vet enquiries and services throughout your stay at Horse of the Year.
0273999953
Elequine
Fully qualified UK trained equine sports and rehabilitation massage therapist specialising in hands on massage, myofascial release, mobilisations and stretches for improved performance, faster recovery or to assist with rehabilitation.
022 351 3749
Performance Hoof Care
Liam, from Performance Hoof Care is our on site farrier throughout Horse of the Year.
027 423 4930
VetPhysio
Sarah Cruickshank of Vetphysio Limited is a NZ Board Registered Physiotherapist & internationally
qualified Veterinary Physiotherapist (RVC, London). With extensive experience in equine physiotherapy,
Sarah is an FEI Permitted Therapist, and has had the privilege of working as physiotherapist for horse &
rider at two Olympic Games (Beijing 2008 & London 2012), and with her clients at Badminton, Burghley &
Blenheim horse trials, Adelaide 5* and of course many NZ shows including Horse of the Year since 2010.
Sarah has also been the NZ Eventing Team Physiotherapist. Passionate about performance, she works
closely with many of NZ’s top equine athletes to optimise their well-being & performance. Sarah thrives on
being on-site at shows, offering targeted physiotherapy to help both horses & riders feel their best,
maximise recovery & perform at their peak.
021856 999
Horse And Rider Physio – Sophie Hargreaves
Sophie is a physio for both horses and riders. She’s available to treat both horse or Rider, or for on horse or off horse Rider Assessments. You can find her in the ESNZ/RDA/WELFARE tent and test your rein tension with TeleRein and see your seat symmetry on the Racewood saddle stand with sensors
Bookings available by txt.
0211437632
Ruapehu Equine Sports Therapy
I am a qualified Equine massage sports Therapist, applying a range of different skills and techniques methodically to release spasms or tension in the musculature, remove pain and discomfort, reduce adhesions, and improve range of movement by improving suppleness and flexibility to the body. I incorporate passive stretching exercises, and can perform a pre work out treatment to increase energy and performance, a recovery treatment focusing on lymphatic drainage to improve recovery time, and the full sports therapy treatment which focuses on the overall health and performance of the horse.
www.ruapehuequinemassage.co.nz
0277830463
Helen the Physio
We help horses and their humans lead their best lives together, in Performance, Recovery, and Quality of Life. We are qualified Veterinary and Human Physiotherapists, here to support the horses and riders of HOY to enjoy a fantastic show. FEI Permitted Equine Therapist (Physio)
0220198090
The Clip Clop Shoppe
Lynley is available for all turnout services at HOY, there are still a few spaces available so please send a message to the below Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/theclipclopshoppe?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfr
Madison Munro Horse and Rider Training
International show rider/groom with years of experience plaiting and turning out horses and ponies to the highest level
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0211335652
