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- Eq Nutrition Wkshp 27th July, Co Sligo
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Whitethorn Farm Accommodation for Wkshp participants
Enjoy learning about Zoopharmacognosy whilst relaxing in the wonderful peaceful West of Ireland. We have stunning empty beaches 20mins across the Ox mountains and local characterful pubs 10mins away. Also fantastic Beach riding in North Sligo. Click here to see Utube clip of Beachriding at Island View
Accommodation for residential workshops - twin rooms only
Share main bathroom
Breakfast included - please advise of any specific dietary requirements at least one week prior to the wksp!
Check in is after 6pm for Workshop attendees if arriving the night before
Check out is before 10am please!
Airlines flying from the Uk into Knock airport (County Mayo, Ireland) include Ryanair, Aer Lingus, Flybe and British Airways
Car hire available from local Knock airport (30mins away) or pick up available.
Equine Zoopharmacognosy Wkend Wksp - 29th/30th June 2019 (Sligo, Ireland)
This workshop gives a broad and thorough introduction to Zoopharmacognosy, its methodology and benefits, as well as laying a theoretical and practical foundation of knowledge for the attendee. Attending this workshop will give participants the knowledge and experience to commence offering plant extracts to animals in their care.
By the end of the weekend you will have had the opportunity to:
- Learn to observe, identify and interpret behavioural responses to plant extracts offered for presenting symptoms, whether they be physical or emotional, positive or negative
- Get to know which groups of plant extracts are offered for types of presenting symptoms and conditions
- Understand how and why horses differentiate between the 3 ways of self-administering their extract selections
- Understand sequential selection and simultaneous offering
- Understand the different approaches when working with physical issues (such as pain, inflammation, infection) and emotional issues (such as trauma, grief, anger)
- Take home informative text handouts for future reference
- Participate, engage, learn and enjoy this hands on session with horses on site, in beautiful county Sligo countryside led by Carly
Click here or see below to learn more of other attendees experiences, location, daily schedule, onsite Bed & Breafast etc!
VETS - Our workshops are accepted by the Irish Veterinary Council for credits towards veterinary CPD requirements
Attendance of a Workshop will allow you subsequent access to the Members section only of Whitethorn Herbals website where you can avail of the information within the section 'Extracts selected for Conditions'.
Equine Zoopharmacognosy Talk/demonstration, Cork 1st Sept 12pm - 4pm
The demo will commence with a 40min talk on Equine Applied Zoopharmacogosy
Please wear outdoor warm clothing as the talk and demo will be outside!
Date and Time
Sunday 1st Sept 12pm - 4pm
Location: To be confirmed
Equine Applied Zoopharmacognosy refers to the horses innate ability to self-select plant extracts in order to maintain and restore health.
Please see www.whitethornequinehealth.com for more information on Equine Appliled Zoopharmacognosy
Equine First Aid Workshop - Saturday 2nd November 9.30am - 5pm, Whitethorn Farm, co Sligo F56N500
This Equine First Aid workshop aims to equip participants with the knowledge and confidence to act as a First Responder in the event of an Equine crisis such as choke, colic, broken limbs, injuries etc. Topics also include basics such as vital signs vs abnormal signs, wounds and bandaging. Whitethorn Equine Health embraces an integrated approach and as such the workshop will include references to Zoopharmacognosy for use during an Equine crisis event. This workshop is facilitated by Whitethorn Equine Health's Veterinary Surgeon Annett Siggins. Please see 'Terms & Conditions' Below
Date & Time - Saturday 2nd Nov 9.30am - 5pm
Location - Whitethorn Farm, Lavagh, Co Sligo F56N500
Airbnb rooms available for those travelling from a distance. Please click here to book accommodation.
The fee includes lunch and light refreshments throughout the day.
T&C's
PLEASE NOTE Attendees must wear appropriate protective riding hat and footwear in order to participate in interactive elements with horses.
Adults under 18yrs of age must have parental written consent.
Tickets can NOT be bought on the day and must be booked in advance.
Also please note that attending this one day workshop does not confer a professional qualification
Whilst all care is taken with regard to Health & Safety when working with horses it is important to remember that horses can be unpredictable and whilst every precaution is taken in order to keep you safewe are unable to take responsibility for any injuries that may occur as a result of working with horses during the day.
Equine Herbal Walk & Talk, Whitethorn Farm, Co Sligo (inc self-selection demo) Sun 7th July
Commence at 11am with introductions and tea and coffee, followed by a gentle walk with a view to identify and discuss the uses of 20+ herbs growing around Whitethorn Farm. A light lunch (included) will be served around 1.30pm. After lunch there will be a short talk on horse self-selection and the opportunity to watch a horse select herbs/plant extracts according to presenting symptoms.
The day will conclude around 5.30pm. Tickets must be purchased in advance!
Please bring appropriate wet gear in the event of rain/wind as well as comfortable sturdy waterproof footwear.
Bed and Breakfast is available for any that are coming a distance and should like to avail of accommodation.
Equine Nutrition Workshop 27th July, Sligo
This one day workshop (10am - 5pm) is facilitated by Whitethorn Team Vet Kerstin Koeppchen. This workshop aims to give you the information you need to feed your horse correctly thus maximising health and minimising health issues arising from incorrect nutrition and feed management. There are interactive elements and as such participants need to wear protective footwear.
Morning
- The digestive system - how it works and how it can go wrong!
- Nutrients, supplementation - what does your horse really need?
- Body condition scoring (interactive element) - how you can tell if your horse is over or under weight
Vegetarian Light Lunch (included in price)
Afternoon
- Digestive issues - corrective and effective management for colic, ulcers, EMS etc
- Feeding for different disciplines and life stages of the horse
- Using the information learned going forward at home - how to work out what your horse needs?
Please Note: This is an independent event and not sponsored by any feed manufacturer or supplier!
Click here to read more about Team Vet Kerstin
Equine Zoopharmacognosy Wkend Wksp 2019 - July 13th & 14th Kildare, Ireland
This workshop gives a broad and thorough introduction to Zoopharmacognosy, its methodology and benefits, as well as laying a theoretical and practical foundation of knowledge for the attendee. Attending this workshop will give participants the knowledge and experience to commence offering plant extracts to animals in their care.
By the end of the weekend you will have had the opportunity to:
- Learn to observe, identify and interpret behavioural responses to plant extracts offered for presenting symptoms, whether they be physical or emotional, positive or negative
- Get to know which groups of plant extracts are offered for types of presenting symptoms and conditions
- Understand how and why horses differentiate between the 3 ways of self-administering their extract selections
- Understand sequential selection and simultaneous offering
- Understand the different approaches when working with physical issues (such as pain, inflammation, infection) and emotional issues (such as trauma, grief, anger)
- Take home informative text handouts for future reference
- Participate, engage, learn and enjoy this hands on session with horses on site, in beautiful Kildareled by Carly
Click here or see below to learn more of other attendees experiences, location, daily schedule, accommodation etc!
VETS - Our workshops are accepted by the Irish Veterinary Council for credits towards veterinary CPD requirements
Attendance of a Workshop will allow you subsequent access to the Members section only of Whitethorn Herbals website where you can avail of the information within the section 'Extracts selected for Conditions'.
The fee includes light refreshments, lunch and dinner for the two days. Camping areas are available onsite and limited airbnb. Please contact Sarah Brady on 086 3872099 for accommodation options.
Other Workshops in Sligo, Ireland on Sat 29th & Sun 30th June and Sat 5th & Sun 6th Oct click here
Deposit - if you wish to reserve your place you may place a €50 deposit (non refundable) with the balance payable 4 weeks prior to commencement of the workshop
Attendance of a Workshop will allow you subsequent access to the Members section only of Whitethorn Herbals website where you can avail of the information within the section 'Extracts selected for Conditions'.
Equine Zoopharmacognosy Wkend Wksp - 5th/6th Oct 2019 (Sligo, Ireland)
This workshop gives a broad and thorough introduction to Zoopharmacognosy, its methodology and benefits, as well as laying a theoretical and practical foundation of knowledge for the attendee. Attending this workshop will give participants the knowledge and experience to commence offering plant extracts to animals in their care.
By the end of the weekend you will have had the opportunity to:
- Learn to observe, identify and interpret behavioural responses to plant extracts offered for presenting symptoms, whether they be physical or emotional, positive or negative
- Get to know which groups of plant extracts are offered for types of presenting symptoms and conditions
- Understand how and why horses differentiate between the 3 ways of self-administering their extract selections
- Understand sequential selection and simultaneous offering
- Understand the different approaches when working with physical issues (such as pain, inflammation, infection) and emotional issues (such as trauma, grief, anger)
- Take home informative text handouts for future reference
- Participate, engage, learn and enjoy this hands on session with horses on site, in beautiful county Sligo countryside led by Carly
Click here or see below to learn more of other attendees experiences, location, daily schedule, accommodation etc!
VETS - Our workshops are accepted by the Irish Veterinary Council for credits towards veterinary CPD requirements
Attendance of a Workshop will allow you subsequent access to the Members section only of Whitethorn Herbals website where you can avail of the information within the section 'Extracts selected for Conditions'.
Canine Zoopharmacognosy Wkend Wkshp Sligo 19th/20th Oct 2019
By the end of the weekend you will have had the opportunity to:
- Become more familiar with which groups of plant extracts are offered for types of presenting symptoms and conditions
- Learn to observe, identify and interpret behavioural responses to the plant extracts - neg & pos
- Understand how and why dogs differentiate between the 3 ways of self-administering their extract selections
- Sequential selection and simultaneous offering for effective selection
- Understand the different approaches when working with physical issues (such as pain, inflammation, infection) and emotional issues (such as trauma, grief, anger)
- Enjoy being among like-minded people and have fun!
Consult your vet if you have any concerns for the welfare of an animal in your care
Always allow an animal to remove itself from an aroma and never put plant extracts in your animals feed
and always offer in a well-ventilated area
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- ZOOPHARMACOGNOSY
- About Us
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EQUINE WORKSHOPS/DEMO'S
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- Eq Zoocog Wkp Sligo June 29th/30th
- Equine Herbal Walk&Talk inc zoocog Demo, Sligo, July 7th
- Eq Zoccog Wksp Kildare, July 13th/14th
- Eq Nutrition Wkshp 27th July, Co Sligo
- Eq Zoocog Wkp Sligo Oct 5th/6th
- Eq Zoocog Demo Cork, Sept 1st
- Equine First Aid Wksp, Sligo, Nov 2nd
- More about our workshops
- Accommodation for Wksps
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