 Name: Anne-Charlotte de Chavanes
Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada Certifications Through Angel's Animals: Animal Neuro-myofascial Release Technique, Equine Kinesiology Taping When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? I grew up with horses, and tried many different jobs in the industry (coaching, training, selling equipment, etc.). I realized a few years ago that what I really liked was helping horse-owners make their animals happy and comfortable. So that's what I did! What animal influenced you the most growing up? Definitely horses. They have taught me so much - and continue to. I also love donkeys and dogs. What animals do you currently own? I just adopted a Standardbred that used to race and will now be our zootherapy partner. What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? I use a multidisciplinary approach (massage, ANMR, kinesiotape, hoof care, nutrition, remedial training...) that enables me to have great and fast results. I am also constantly working on improving my skills and learning new techniques to help the horses better. What message would you like to share with potential clients? I love answering questions so feel free to ask anything! Instead of telling you what to do, I give you my opinion along with all the information you need to make an educated decision. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursing a career in animal bodywork? What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursing a career in animal bodywork? Good for you! Here is my advice: before you decide what to do, ride along with animal bodyworkers, and other animal health professionals. You'll learn a ton, and figure out what exactly you want to do. Also make the most of any education opportunity you encounter.
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 Name: JJ Terblanche
Location: Western Cape, South Africa Certifications Through Angel's Animals: Equine Craniosacral Therapy When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? When I was younger I realized there were issues between horse and rider, I thought equine psychology would help but after completing a course in equine psychology I came to the conclusion that is not what I had intended and then started exploring other avenues of body work. What animal influenced you the most growing up? I never had my own horse growing up, we only had dogs. Never did I imagine that I would be working with animals. What animals do you currently own? I currently have have two horses and two dogs. What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? I am one of very few body workers that is willing to travel. This is my passion therefore I would like to think I put my very soul into every horse I work with. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursing a career in animal bodywork? This is really hard work and dedication. It is not always possible to please everyone there will be complaints like there will be praises. Learn from criticism if there is value to it. Always listen to the rider, they can point you in the right direction if there is an issue.  Name: Earlene Winn Location: Redondo Beach, California Certifications Through Angel's Animals: Canine Kinesiology Taping When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? Birth. Honestly by the time I could walk/talk I was bringing home baby birds and other small animals to nurse back to health. By age seven I had my own dog rescue and training- I always wanted to work with animals and improve their lives. What animal influenced you the most growing up? Dogs. I am always amazed by their ability to love unconditionally and forgive horrendous cruelty and still love again. What animals do you currently own? 2 dogs, 8 birds, 6 tortoises, a snake, 3 lizards, 1 rat, 1 mouse, 6 fish tanks What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? My wide base of knowledge. I try to take as many courses as possible relating to bodywork but also branch out some. For instance Kinesiology Taping and craniosacral courses I’ve taken from you, but I’ve taken homeopathic courses, & nutrition to supplement my massage and water therapy certifications. No one modality works for every animal I have a huge arsenal to choose from. What message would you like to share with perspective clients? I never give up trying to improve the quality of your animal’s life. Their happiness and health are as important to me as it is to you. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursing a career in animal bodywork? It is hard work but outrageously rewarding. Every big sloppy kiss makes the hours of training, pinching pennies and aching backs worthwhile. It can be a roller coaster of helping one client and losing another. Be sure you understand the whole picture before jumping in. It’s not just playing with animals all day.   Name: Natalie Zoratto
Location: Tottenham, Ontario Canada Certifications through Angel's Animals: Equine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapy, Equine Kinesiology Taping, Equine Craniosacral Therapy, Animal Neuro-myofascial Release Technique When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? I have always loved animals, for me the hard decision was deciding what direction I wanted to go in, to help animals and work together with them. What animal influenced you the most growing up? My most influential animal in my life is my Percheron cross mare, Luna. She was my learning curve and my realization that I needed to do things differently, from training to lifestyle, nutrition, hoof care, and so much more. I'm still learning! What animals do you currently own? I currently own my horse Luna, but care for many others. What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? I get a lot of clients telling me they like the name of my practice and that is what attracted them. I have a large amount of knowledge in nutrition, hoof care and lifestyle so I find it often snowballs from a conversation about the previous into bodywork and the benefits it has. I find it so helpful that I can offer clients several types of bodywork within a session, from Myofascial, to Neuro-Myofascial, Craniosacral and Kinesiology taping. Each horse is different and therefore responds differently depending on the day/session to different types of therapy. What message would you like to share with perspective clients? I always tell perspective/new clients that we work together with the horse in that moment. It doesn't matter to me if your horse is young, old, nervous, injured or healthy; the goal is always the same, for them to leave the session feeling better then when we started. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursing a career in animal bodywork? Go for it!!!! It is an amazing career, I feel blessed to work with so many people and their amazing animals. It is so rewarding to be able to help animals and at the same time strengthen partnerships between them and their owners.  Name: Nicole Beyer Location: Collins, Georgia USA Certifications through Angel's Animals: Equine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapy, Equine Kinesiology Taping When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? Basically, all my life. As a child I spent a lot of time on my grandparent’s farm. We always had dogs and I discovered my love for horses when I was 38 years old. When I moved from Germany to the US about 5 ½ years ago I started working as a volunteer for an equine rescue organization and I learned very quick how beneficial massage can be for not only the physically abused horse but only for the ones that carry scars on their souls. What animal influenced you the most growing up? Many, not only one. From pigs, cows, dogs, rabbits, and birds of different types. What animals do you currently own? I currently own four horses, one of them a three months old filly. I also have two dogs, two muscovy ducks and one rabbit. What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? That I always try to look at every animal and every case individually. I do my best to listen to the animal besides the diagnosis I am getting from a vet or the observations from the owner. As bad as a lot of cases may appear in the beginning, they often turn out to not be as quite as bad. I take as much time for the evaluation and the treatment, as the patient needs. I allow all the time it takes (or the animal requires), and even though I may not have the answer right away, I certainly do my best to find the best possible solution. I am not afraid to say, if I feel, that I may not be the one who could help a patient. In this case I would always refer to a more qualified practitioner or to a vet or chiropractor. I personally love to work with neglected and abused horses. Massage is a wonderful way to earn and gain trust and prepare these horses to find new homes and become a great partner for their new owner. Many times my work makes it possible for a veterinarian to give those animals the treatment that’s so badly needed to turn them healthy horse again. After all, the animal comes first, and healing takes time. What message would you like to share with perspective clients? Be patient with your animal. Never try to rush recovery. I understand that many times all you want is to have your partner back with you in the show ring, but healing takes time and it’s definitely worth to give it some extra time instead of starting practice too soon without the injury being completely healed. Try to be open minded towards alternative treatments. Observe your animal – every little thing you notice is important. And for those who deal with a mentally abused animal – the same goes here – take your time and earn the trust, I can promise you it will be worth the effort and time you take with this animal. You will never have a more grateful friend in the end. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursing a career in animal bodywork? Do it! Don’t hesitate and don’t be afraid to make mistakes. This is how we learn. No matter how old you are – you are never too old. It’s not important when you start, it’s important that you start at all. And continue to learn. There is always something new or maybe different to learn from another practitioner. Sometimes we find a solution at random, when we least expect it. And most of all. Enjoy what you are doing and never give up! The animals will thank you for your effort.
Contact Nicole at 478-494-5066 or nicolebeyer271@gmail.com to set up an appointment! Name: Kim Youngblood
Location: Greenfield, Indiana, USA Certifications through Angel's Animals: Animal Neuro-myofascial Release Technique When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? I have had animals my entire life and always saved strays, birds or anything that needed help. People would always bring their animals to me to help care for them...I have never not had an animal in my life and they have always been a part of me. In 2013 I decided to work with my daughter in animal massage therapy. It was our goal to help change the lives of animals in a natural way and assisting the body to heal itself. After seeing how an equine massage therapist helped my daughter's horse through a trying time of Emphysema I knew this was something I wanted to be a part of. What animal influenced you the most growing up? My Newfoundland Kiowa. She was my first Newfoundland that I did confirmation, water rescue, carting as well as breeding. She was my heart dog for sure. What animals do you currently own? Darla is my 9 year old "Bug" Boston Terrier/Pug who is all things drama, Will is my 16 year old DSH cat who is a complete lovebug, Sage is my 25 year old Paint horse who loves to eat and be needy and my flock of laying hens who are probably the most normal of all my critters, ha! What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? Our mission is to show people that you can help heal your animal naturally and holistically. While there is a time and a place for traditional medicine you can do so much with a natural approach. Many times we are the last resort, owners have tried all avenues and they come to us for a miracle. We hope to change this way of thinking and instead use as a first option when the animal is showing initial signs of arthritis or after surgery for rehabilitation. We always advise a veterinary evaluation first and clearance from them before working on the animal to make sure we collaborate and work as one. We have an all natural store in addition to our massage practice where we have all US sourced products such as but not limited to treats, food, collars, leashes, harnesses, supplements, beds and more. We carry many products that give back and help women get out of human trafficking. We base our business in the Lord and keep Him at the helm over anything else...he guides us in all that we do and say. We love being able to show pet owners how natural pet health can be affordable, educational, simple, welcoming and exciting. What message would you like to share with perspective clients? Give natural animal health care a try! Holistic options are a great approach in keeping your pet healthy at a young age and if your pet is dealing with health concerns, it can be excellent to help the body heal itself. I will always be honest and open with you about my thoughts and opinions...your pet is my number one priority. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursing a career in animal bodywork? You must first have a passion for animals, respect their feelings and moods, be patient with them and their owners. Be prepared to do a lot of continuing education...you will never be done learning. Be open to new things and pushing yourselves for more than you ever thought possible. It is extremely rewarding and many of our clients have become very close friends. Getting my Animal Neuro-Myofascial Release certification through Angel's Animals (Dr. Barbara) was life changing. The course was well laid out and her information was thorough and she is always there for any questions which was just what I needed. I cannot recommend any of her programs enough and I will be taking more courses in the future.  Name: Nadine Vollmerg Location: Napier, New Zealand Certifications through Angel's Animals: Equine Kinesiology Taping When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? Growing up I always loved being with animals, but I knew that I didn’t want to be a Vet. Much later I realised that there are so many other options of working with animals. Initially I studied Animal Homeopathy, but was missing the ‘hands on’ part, that’s when I got interested in Bodywork options in 2010. What animal influenced you the most growing up? Strangely enough an encounter with a Giraffe when I was still at Primary school and my parents took me to a Safari Park. I remember standing at the enclosure admiring this beautiful creature, when she turned around, slowly but surely spreading her front legs apart, lowering her head down to my height and looking straight into my soul with her mesmerising big brown eyes. It felt like the whole world stopped and we connected for a moment on such a deep level. So special! Apart from that it was horses all the way though. What animals do you currently own? One very special 16 year young black Cat, who plays, hunts, cuddles and drools. What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? I’ve specialised in Horses for a few years now and love working WITH them rather than doing something TO them. Makes a huge difference if the horse gets engaged and learns to trust and enjoy the experience. Recently I’ve started offering Horse & Rider packages, which is a great way to connect the dots and compare findings in the horse’s and the rider’s body plus the kind of relationship they have with each other. What message would you like to share with perspective clients? You’d be surprised how much more potential lies dormant within your horse. Often riders had no idea that their horse can move so much more fluidly after some Bodywork and regular maintenance work. Horses give us everything they have and are great at covering up pain and discomfort, so would be great if we could do everything we can to take care of them in the best possible way and get fine tuned and observant to pick up on clues that point to discomfort and do something about it straight away. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursing a career in animal bodywork? Start somewhere, find your niche and never give up. Become very clear about your personal ‘why’. Keep learning, growing, working on yourself and enjoy the animals! Most rewarding work if your heart is in it.
 Name: Obed Joshua Muthama Location: Nairobi, Kenya Certifications Through Angel's Animals LLC: Equine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapy When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? I've always loved horses and mainly competition horses and as I became more interested and involved in their training and development I came to find that many of them suffer muscle and ligament problems due to intense work load and some form poor schooling. So I took initiative and decided to help the competition horses and all other horses to performing at the best of their abilities. What animal influenced you the most growing up? I grew up in a yard where there were horses so I learned how to take care of them, grooming, feeding and understanding their different personalities and learning a lot more from them. Horses and dogs, as I consider myself a dog person but very much a horseman. What animals do you currently own? I have 3 horses (Sputnik, Big Shaq & Mr Ambassador) and 1 dog (Notorious) What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? I'm a horseman with a good to great understanding of animals and I believe to work with horses you need to be able to understand them first before making any progress doing anything really. My work is clinical and done to perfection giving every patient my best service. I put my clients first before anything. What message would you like to share with perspective clients? I have worked with all sorts of horse trainers and breeders. I consider the relationship with clients the key to working well, I keep it professional and I always do everything I can to keep your horse in tip top condition. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursing a career in animal bodywork? Like nikey says, Just do it, If you want to do it don't hesitate cause once you start you will only want to get more & more involved to know more and to learn more.   Name: Sacha Packer Location: Sydney, Australia Certifications Through Angel's Animals LLC: Canine Kinesiology Taping, Animal Neuro-myofascial Release Technique When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? I had always been very connected to dogs as a child and they were always part of my life, however it wasn’t until one of my own dogs developed Degenerative Myopathy and no none could help her did I start training. What animal influenced you the most growing up? My family always had dogs and I had a pony as a teenager however dogs have been the main influencer in my life. What animals do you currently own? I’m currently the Guardian of 2 dogs, one retired show Great Dane and one retired Agility Labrador cross. What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? Being multi-modality so I can address the dog in front of me rather than being limited. In addition, I have been involved in a lot of the activities and sports my clients have so that also gives me an understanding of what challenges they face and what aspects are priorities for them. What message would you like to share with perspective clients? Never stop learning. The more tools we add to our toolboxes, the more we can help animals. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursing a career in animal bodywork? Just do it, starting is the hardest thing to do for someone just starting out but this school has outstanding support who want to see you succeed.
 Name: Maria Sorgie Location: Hackettstown, New Jersey USA Certifications Through Angel's Animals LLC: Equine Kinesiology Tape, Equine Craniosacral Therapy, Animal Neurological-myofascial Release Technique When did you decide that you wanted to work with animals? I decided I wanted to work with animals as a young girl. What animal influenced you the most growing up? My love of horses influenced me the most. What animals do you currently own? I currently own horses and dogs. What makes your animal bodywork practice stand out? My animal bodywork offers many modalities of therapy including Equine Sport Massage, Equine Kinesiology Taping, Cranial Sacral Therapy and Animal Neuro Myofascial Release Technique. What message would you like to share with perspective clients? I offer many different therapy packages to my clients and an individual approach to each animal in my care. What message would you like to share with others who are thinking about pursing a career in animal bodywork? The greatest learning experience for me was taking the courses offered by Angie’s Animals LLC with Dr. Angelique Barbara. For anyone interested in pursuing a career in Animal Bodywork this program is the way to go. The Knowledge gained through the courses, case studies, practical experience, and help that is readily available through these courses will enhance any business tremendously!  |
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