Monthly Archives: December 2011

Equine Therapy is a gift that does not need wrapping!

Here is a wonderful lists of “gifts” you can give kids with ADHD (and most other children too!) that don’t need to be wrapped. Work with horses provides exposure to nature, opportunity for exercises, individual time with an understanding adult, … Continue reading

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Children with Asperger’s Syndrom can be challenging in so many ways

I found this post from a mother’s point of view to be very honest and touching. As always, in our work with kids and teens on the Autism Spectrum, including those with Asperger’s, we design a program geared to the … Continue reading

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Latest findings regarding ADHD

Great new research is shedding light on some possible causes of ADHD. These findings may help us better understand and treat this condition. Through our work with horses, we can help address the lack of focus and impulsivity that are … Continue reading

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We have added a new horse to our herd!

We are happy to announce that “Decco Doc Royal” (“Ziggy” note the ‘Z’ on his forehead) has joined our herd.  During his 90 day trial we will be helping him learn how we do things and checking him out to … Continue reading

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Some of the ways that Equine Therapy can help

There are so many way that horses can help us learn, grow, develop and heal. This is a nice article by a licensed clinician that addresses just a few ways that horses can help, especially in this busy and often … Continue reading

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Interesting study relating to Foster Children and prescription drugs

This story on NPR is showing up in several other news outlets as well.  I would like to make a couple of observations.  Be sure to read the entire article because it goes on to state: “Psychotropic drugs have proven … Continue reading

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Just wanted to share a really nice picture!

This is just a pretty nice picture of  a little guy we are working with.  He loves Baxter and I know Baxter loves him too!

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