24/10/2026
An early start this morning to get ahead of the rain, and what a beautiful sunrise to be greeted with! 🌅
Another busy but lovely day doing what I love!
All the horses enjoyed some time in the school today, each working beautifully and continuing to progress in their own way. Hermy put in some particularly lovely work today, and I'm so pleased with how he's coming along! Im so very lucky! The trust he has in me and the partnership we are building is amazing.
But I have to give a special mention to Clifford. ❤️ sometimes I look at this pony and genuinely cannot believe how far he's come. Nine months ago, Clifford was an unsure New Forest pony, still finding his feet and learning about the world around him. Fast-forward to today, and he's turned his hoof to absolutely everything we've asked of him.
He's becoming a proper little pony now! 🥹 When Clifford first arrived, he didn't even understand what lunging was. Now, watching him confidently working away on the lunge, listening, understanding and moving so beautifully, makes me incredibly happy. It's not just about what he's learnt, either. It's the change in him as a whole. He looks so content, confident and genuinely happy in himself. He absolutely loves having a job to do, and you can see how much he enjoys being in work. Those little moments when I stand back and watch him make all the early mornings, patience and hard work worthwhile.
I'm just so incredibly proud of the pony he's becoming.
The horses also enjoyed time on the walker this afternoon for some extra movement before everyone has been tucked up in their stables with lovely fresh beds, ready for more of the stormy weather ahead.
I also headed over to see our lovely sponsored rider Jess to massage her princess pony Jura again! Making sure this special girl receives some well-deserved TLC and is feeling her absolute best.
And can we just appreciate that gorgeous sunrise this morning?! There's something so peaceful about being at the yard early, before the hustle and bustle of the day begins. Even better when you manage to get everything done before the rain arrives.
Tomorrow, however, I'm taking a proper day off to enjoy some much-needed family time. ❤️
Running your own business, especially one involving horses, means early mornings, late evenings and plenty of days when you never really switch off.
But as much as I absolutely adore my work and the horses in my care, my family is just as important.
So tomorrow is all about making memories with my family. Because behind every small business is a real person with a family, a home and a life outside of work too.
Finding that balance isn't always easy, but it's so important.
Thank you, as always, for supporting Wild Equestrian and following the journeys of the wonderful horses I have the privilege of working with!
Courtney x
MISAP
Certified Equine Sports & Rehabilitation Massage Therapist
IAAMT Registered Practitioner
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