Swimming pools for horses - any near Lancs and any experiences?

[_jetset_]

I am thinking of taking Grace for some swimming lessons for her ligament, but cannot find any near to here

The only thing I can find is the hydrotherapy spas...

I was also wondering whether they are good for horses with ligament problems and if a post-colic surgery horse could use this facility?

 

[_jetset_]

Just found one called Higher Spen... anyone used these?

 

[hollibobs]

I have been up to Higher Spen but only to use the Hydrotherapy spa not the actual pool. I saw it while I was there and wouldn't hesitate to use it. The staff are very professional. Let me know how you get on if you decide to go.

 

[mrdarcy]

Both my lads have been in the pool at Higher Spen and coincidentally I'm taking them both for a swim tomorrow afternoon. Jane who runs the place is lovely and very very good with the horses. It would be brilliant for Grace and she'll be in excellent hands.

 

[_jetset_]

Thank you so much... I will give them a call tomorrow afternoon and have a chat!!!

 

[mrdarcy]

If you wanted to see the place in person and see the pool in action (beware mad arabs!) I'll be there about 2.30/3pm - as long as there isn't six foot of snow tonight!

 

[_jetset_]

I might be competing in the morning, but if I am not, I might pop up and see you if you get there... Is the gorgeous star Ged going???

 

[carthorse]

Of course check with your vet first

 

[_jetset_]

Oh yes, that goes without saying...

On their website it says with any recovery the liase with your vet treating anyway which is what appealed to me

 

[mrdarcy]

Hopefully Ged will be there

. I've hired a 3.5t box and I don't know whether he will load onto it or not. He can be a bit funny with strange boxes anyway, and on top of that I've no idea if he's ever been in a small box. He won't load into a trailer so anything could happen tomorrow! But even if Ged says no I'll still be there with my grey Haj. You're very welcome if you can make it - be nice to see you

 

[_jetset_]

Thanks Angela... Ged won't like small boxes because they are not superior enough for him. He would like to travel in a 10 horse horsebox, with him alone in the middle being fed top quality hay by hand!

 

[mrdarcy]

You're probably right

He'd soon change his mind if it was me driving the 10 horse box though! I'd take out half of Lancashire with my steering skills (or lack of them)

 

[calon]

theres one at rathmell nr settle and a hydro spa at panama sport horses gisburn

 

[k9h]

Yes the one at Rathmell is called The Northern Equine Therapy Centre. They also have a vet centre there & are use to dealing with rehab work.I use to work there. You an give Gail or Stuart a ring & they will sort out all your questions!

http://www.northernequinetherapy.co.uk/

Can not recommened them high enough.