It’s not uncommon in performance horse barns to see veterinarians, massage therapists, chiropractors, and other equine professionals in and out on a regular basis. After all, if we’re asking a horse to perform athletic feats, the least we can do is ensure his body is in peak physical condition.

But perhaps less common is calling one of those complementary therapists out to see the semi-retired senior horse who packs the grandkids around or the fully retired show horse who’s enjoying his days in a grassy pasture. They might not be jumping the moon or sliding to a stop during a reining pattern, but these senior citizens might still benefit from some complementary therapies.