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Holistic Animal Health Events & Workshops UK – May-June 2012

cattie — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:25:02 +0000

As I mentioned in the Events & Workshops list for for March and April, I am still building up the list of regularly scheduled workshops and classes in the UK, so please let me know if you know of any that belong on this list.

May
May 1 – Save the Rhino Day
May 4 – International Respect for Chickens Day
May 5 – National Ferret Day
May 8-12 – International Donkey Week
May 12 – International Migratory Bird Day
May 23 – World Turtle Day

June is
National Microchip Month

June 2 – National Butterfly Awareness Day
June 8 – World Oceans Day
June 9 -International Day of Action for Elephants in Zoos
June 10 – World Pet Memorial Day
June 16-24 – Herbal Medicine Week
June 25 – July 1 – National Insect Week

ENGLAND

CAMBRIDGESHIRE
June 9: Stretching and Mobilisation, Wittering
One-day workshop where you learn the basics of equine stretching and mobilisation. Instructor: Emma Overend

DERBYSHIRE
June 10: Animal Communication, South Derbyshire
One-day workshop where you learn the basics of communicating with animals. Instructor: Julie Lines of Voice of the Animals

June 23: If You Could Talk With The Animals, South Derbyshire
Evening “mini session” where you get an introduction to communicating with animals intuitively. Instructor: Julie Lines of Voice of the Animals

June 23-24: Animal Communication Playshop, South Derbyshire
Learn how to communicate with animals as well as finding lost animals, body scanning, transitions to the non physical and collective consciousness channelling at this weekend workshop. Instructor: Julie Lines of Voice of the Animals

ESSEX
May 5-6: Foundation Course in Amichien Bonding, Braintree
Learn the basics of the Amichien® Bonding method at this 2-day workshop. Instructor: Jan Fennell

May 20: Animal Reiki I, Ingatestone
SARA-affiliated 1-day workshop at Remus Horse Sanctuary (50% of the class fee is donated to the sanctuary) where you learn the basics of Reiki and how to use it with animals. Instructor: Caroline Thomas

May 25 – June 2: Equine Body Worker Certification Course, Writtle
9-day Equinology certification course at Writtle College. Instructor: Ruth Mitchell

June 5-9: Equine Myofascial Release Level I, Writtle
5-day Equinenergy course where you learn the basics of myofascial release and how to use it on horses. Instructor: Ruth Mitchell

June 7-9: Equine Touch Level 1, Roxwell
Learn the basics of equine touch at this 3-day workshop. Instructor: Kate Prowse

June 10: Equine Stretching and Pilates, Ingatestone
1-day workshop where you learn stretching techniques and Pilates exercises for your horse. Instructor: Kate Granger

June 17: Animal Vibrational Medicine, Ingatestone
1-day workshop where you get an introduction to several different vibrational therapies and learn how they can help your animals. Instructor: Caroline Thomas

June 28-30: Equine Massage and Body Work, Writtle
3-day Equinology workshop for horse owners and trainers where you learn the basics of equine anatomy, massage techniques, stretching and more. Instructor: Debranne Pattillo

GLOUCESTERSHIRE
May 12: Reiki with Animals, Overtown Farm, Cranham
1-day workshop for for anybody attuned to Reiki (on any level) who wants to learn how to use it with animals. Instructor: Pauhla Whitaker

June 9: Introduction to Essential Oils, Overtown Farm, Cranham
1-day workshop for animal owners where you learn the basics of essential oils and how to use them with animals. Instructor: Pauhla Whitaker

June 25-26: Animal Communication and Matrix Reimprinting
Two-day workshop where you learn the basics of animal communication, EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) and Matrix Reimprinting. Instructor: Safaya Salter

LANCASHIRE
May 19: Introduction to Animal Communication, Haslingden
1-day workshop where you learn the basics of animal communication. Instructor: Elaine and Sue of Animal Matters

June 23: TTouch for Dogs, Preston
1-day workshop at Myerscough College where you learn the basics of the Tellington TTouch method for dogs.

June 30 – July 1: Complementary Therapies for Companion Animals, Preston
2-day workshop at Myerscough College where you get an introduction to a variety of complementary therapies for animals such as flower therapy, aromatherapy, Reiki, herbs, etc. Instructor: Amy Lawrenson

NORFOLK
June 2: Animal Communication, Breckland
1-day workshop where you learn the basics of animal communication. Instructor: Niki Senior

June 16-17: Arbor Essentia Foundation Course, Breckland
2-day workshop (part one of the Professional Training) where you learn the basics of Arbor Essentia Therapy. Instructor: Niki Senior

NORTH LINCOLNSHIRE
June 23-24: Foundation Course in Amichien Bonding, Flixborough, Scunthorpe
Learn the basics of the Amichien® Bonding method at this 2-day workshop. Instructor: Jan Fennell

NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
June 21-22: Canine Touch Level 1
2-day workshop where you learn the basics of canine touch. Instructor: Emma Overend

OXFORDSHIRE
May 6: Animal Communication, Emmington
One-day workshop where you learn the basics of communicating with animals. Instructor: Lizi Angel

May 10-12: Equine Touch Level 1, Burford
3-day workshop where you learn the basics of equine touch. Instructor: Emma Overend

May 12: Introduction to Applied Zoopharmacognosy, Emmington
½-day introductory workshop where you learn about Zoopharmacognosy and how you can help your domestic animals self-medicate by offering them essential oils and plants to choose from. Instructor: Jo Rose of Rose Holistic Therapies

May 19-20: Acu-Point Therapy for Horses and Dogs, Emmington
2-day workshop where you learn the basics of Acu-Point therapy (applying light touch to certain meridian points). Instructor: Lisa Walker

June 1-3: Animal PsychAromatica Level 1
Level 1 intensive certificate course where you learn about the 5 element theory and how to use essential oils with dogs, cats, horses, and other companion animals. Instructor: Nayana Morag

June 7: Equine Merishia Massage, Emmington
One-day hands-on practical (with required pre course work). Instructor: Jo Rose of Rose Holistic Therapies

June 8: Canine Merishia Massage, Emmington
Hands-on one-day practical (pre course work required). Instructor: Jo Rose of Rose Holistic Therapies

June 9-10 Reiki Master Training, Part 1, Emmington
The first in a 3-part Reiki (for humans and animals) Master course. Instructor: Jo Rose of Rose Holistic Therapies

June 15-16: Reiki For Animals, Level 1, Emmington
First degree human and animal Reiki class (pre-course and case study homework required). Instructor: Jo Rose of Rose Holistic Therapies

June 23: Hedge Herbs for Animal Self-Selection, Emmington
1-day workshop and forage walk where you learn about (and to recognise) native hedge plants and how to dry and macerate them. Also see how animals respond when offered fresh, dried and macerated plants. Instructors: Sophie Xi-Zeta and Jo Rose of Rose Holistic Therapies

June 28: Equine Muscles, Movement and Stretching, Emmington
Learn about the equine muscular system and practice passive stretches that help with range of movement. Instructor: Jo Rose of Rose Holistic Therapies

SURREY
May 26: If You Could Talk With The Animals, Guildford
Evening “mini session” at Wild Croft Rare Breeds Farm where you get an introduction to communicating with animals intuitively. Instructor: Julie Lines of Voice of the Animals

May 26-27: Animal Communication Playshop, Guildford
Weekend workshop at Wild Croft Rare Breeds Farm where you learn how to communicate with animals as well as body scanning, finding lost animals, collective consciousness channelling and transitions to the non physical. Instructor: Julie Lines of Voice of the Animals

WEST SUSSEX
May 12: Massage and the Arthritic Dog, Horsham
Learn basic canine anatomy, how arthritis affects the body and mind, and massage techniques and stretches that can help. Instructor: Julia Robertson of Galen Therapy Centre

June 16: Introduction to Canine Massage, Horsham
One-day workshop where you learn the basics of canine massage. Instructor: Julia Robertson of Galen Therapy Centre

WILTSHIRE
June 15: Matrix Reimprinting with Animals, Swindon
One-day workshop where you learn about Matrix Reimprinting. Instructors: Safaya Salter and Janice Thompson

WORCESTERSHIRE
May 20: A Beginners Guide To Canine Massage, Bromsgrove
1-day workshop where you learn the basics of canine massage. Instructor: Natalie Lenton

May 26-27: Camelidynamics, Flyford Flavell
Two-day workshop at Simply Alpaca where you learn basic camelidynamics, llama handling, training and husbandry. Instructor: Julie Taylor-Browne of Carthvean Alpacas

SCOTLAND

May 13: Stretching and Mobilisation, Abroath, Angus
1-day Equine Touch workshop where you learn the basics of equine stretching and mobilisation. Instructor: Chris Wyllie

May 25-27: Equine Touch Level 1, Roberton, S.Lanarkshire
Learn the basics of equine touch at this 3-day workshop. Instructor: Sue Grout

WALES

May 26-27: Foundation Course in Amichien Bonding, Pentyrch
2-day workshop where you learn the basics of the Amichien® Bonding method. Instructor: Jan Fennell

Holistic Animal Health Events & Workshops – USA and Canada – May – June 2012

cattie — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:00:51 +0000

Birds are singing, lilacs are in bloom and I’m wearing flip flops – spring is here and with it lots of events and fun things to do. It has been a record warm season here in the Northeast and apparently the pollen count is extremely high. Happily, it seems like the NAET treatments I got several years ago are still holding (knock on wood) – not a sneeze so far!

May is
National Service Dog Eye Examination Month
Pet Cancer Awareness Month
National Duckling Month
Food Drive for Homeless Animals Month

May 1 – Save the Rhino Day
May 3 – National Specially-abled Pets Day
May 4 – International Respect for Chickens Day
May 8 – Animal Disaster Preparedness Day
May 6-12 – Be Kind to Animals Week
May 6-12 – National Pet Week
May 12 – International Migratory Bird Day
May 18 – Endangered Species Day
May 20-26 – National Dog Bite Prevention Week
May 23 – World Turtle Day
May 30 – Hug your Cat Day

June is
Adopt A Cat Month (American Humane Association)
Adopt A Shelter Cat Month (ASPCA)

June 8 – World Oceans Day
June 9 -International Day of Action for Elephants in Zoos
June 9-16 – National Dairy Goat Awareness Week
June 10-16 – Pet Appreciation Week
June 10 – World Pet Memorial Day
June 22 – Take Your Dog to Work Day

As usual, if you know of an event that belongs on this list, please contact me and I will add it.

ARIZONA

June 9-10: How To Communicate With Animals, Prescott, AZ
Learn the basics of animal communication at this 2-day workshop. Instructor: Penelope Smith

June 29 – July 1: Equine Myofascial Release I, AZ
3-day workshop where you learn the basics of Equine Myofascial Release. Instructor: Tamara Thomas

CALIFORNIA

May 4-6: Healing Touch for Animals Level 1, San Diego, CA
3-day workshop where you learn the basics of The Komitor Healing Method for small and large animals. Instructor: Madeleine Ferbal

May 5-11: Equine Acupressure Level One, Fulton, CA
6-day course where you get an overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine and learn the basics of equine acupressure. This course is also available in a 3-weekend format, May 5 – 6, June 2 – 3 and June 30 & July 1. Instructor: Diana Thompson (Equinology)

May 13: Beginning/Intermediate Animal Communication, Novato, CA
Learn the basics of animal communication at this workshop at the Marine Humane Society. Instructor: Marta Williams

May 26: Animal Communication for Children, Novato, CA
Introductory animal communication class at the Marine Humane Society especially for children (ages 7-16). Instructor: Marta Williams

June 2-3: Reiki I & Animal Reiki Training: The Basics, Santa Rosa, CA
2-day workshop at BrightHaven, a holistic care facility for senior and special needs animals (half of the class fee is donated to BrightHaven), where you learn the basics of Reiki and how to use it on both humans and animals. Instructor: Kathleen Prasad of Animal Reiki Source

June 6-14: Anatomy Workshop, The Sea Ranch, CA
9-day hands-on course where you learn about equine anatomy with the help of clay, paint and palpation. Taught by Equinology

June 30: Equine Assessment, Aptos CA
One-day workshop at Morning Sun Ranch where you learn to identify postural issues and imbalances in your horse, and how to restore balance. Instructor: Maureen Rogers of Equine CranioSacral Workshops

COLORADO

May 3-6 & June 7-10: Canine Massage Level 1, Castle Rock, CO
4-day certificate massage courses (with pre and post course work). Instructor: Linda Aaron of Rocky Mountain School of Animal Acupressure and Massage (RMSAAM)

May 7 & June 11: Intro to Animal Aromatics, Kaeru Studio, Littleton, CO,
1-day workshop where you learn the basics of essential oils and how to use them with animals. Also includes an intro to applied kinesiology. Instructor: Frances Cleveland

May 8-12 & June 12-16: Equine Massage Level 1, Littleton, CO
5-day equine massage certificate classes (with required pre and post course work). Instructor: Linda Aaron of Rocky Mountain School of Animal Acupressure and Massage (RMSAAM)

May 10-16 & June 14-20: Animal Acupressure Level 1, Longmont, CO
7-day classes where you learn the basics of acupressure and how to use it with small and large animals. Instructor: Beth Pelosa of Rocky Mountain School of Animal Acupressure and Massage (RMSAAM)

May 17 & June 21: Creating a Ceremony for Animals, Littleton, CO,
1-day workshop at Kaeru Studio where you learn how to use plants and essential oils for healing and blessing. Instructor: Frances Cleveland

May 18-19: Animal Reiki, Castle Rock, CO
2-day class where you learn the basics of Usui Reiki and how to use it with animals. Instructor: Shelley Sheets of Rocky Mountain School of Animal Acupressure and Massage (RMSAAM)

May 26: Animal Chat Level 1, Littleton, CO
½-day workshop at Happy Dog Ranch where you learn the basics of how to communicate with animals. Instructor: Terri O’Hara of Animalwize

May 31 – June 3: ROTH Holistic Horse Foundation Course, Littleton, CO
Level 1 course in ROTH holistic horsemanship at Zuma’s Rescue Ranch. Instructor: Anna Twinney of Reach Out To Horses

June 13-18: TTouch for Cats, Dogs and other Companion Animals, Littleton, CO
Learn the basics of TTouch for use with companion animals at this 6-day course. Instructor: Linda Tellington-Jones

June 29 – July 1: TTouch for Horses, Littleton, CO
3-day course at Happy Dog Ranch where you learn the basics of TTouch for use both on yourself and on horses. Instructor: Linda Tellington-Jones

FLORIDA

May 16: Medical QiGong, Orlando, FL
1-day workshop where you learn the basics of medical QiGong (which can be used on both humans and animals). Instructor: Jim Leary

June 5-8: Canine Massage Level 1, Fort Myers, FL
4-day canine massage certificate class (pre and post course work required). Instructor: Kelly Legarreta of Rocky Mountain School of Animal Acupressure and Massage

HAWAII

June 17: Animal Reiki 1, Honolulu
1-day workshop where you learn the basics of using Reiki with animals and receive your first attunement. Instructor: Lola Michelin of Northwest School of Animal Massage

ILLINOIS

May 19: Level 1 Animal Reiki, Beecher, IL
Learn the basics of Reiki and how to use it with animals. Instructor: Dawn Wrobel

May 19: Canine Sports Massage and Stretching, Melrose Park, IL
One-day dog owner’s workshop at For Your K9 where you learn the basics of canine massage and stretching. Instructor: Denise Theobald of Canine Massage Chicago

May 20: Level 1 Animal Communication, Beecher, IL
One-day workshop where you learn the basics of animal communication. Instructor: Dawn Wrobel

KANSAS

May 5: TTouch for Dogs, Manhattan, KS
½-day workshop where you learn the basics of TTouch for dogs. Instructor: Pat Hennessey

MARYLAND

May 9-17: Equine Body Worker Certification Course, Harwood, MD
9-day Equinology certification course at Baywood Farms. Taught by Equinology

May 22: What Our Animals Wants Us To Know, Columbia, MD
Introduction to animal communication at Howard Community College. Instructor: Terri Diener

June 1-6: TTouch for Cats, Dogs and other Companion Animals, Rockville, MD
6-day class where you learn the basics of TTouch for companion animals. Instructor: Linda Tellington-Jones

June 9: Reiki for Animals Level I, Catonsville, MD
Learn the basics of animal Reiki at this one-day workshop. Instructor: Kathleen Lester

MASSACHUSETTS

May 3: Why Is That Person In My Life?, Amesbury, MA
Evening workshop where you learn about soul contracts and discover why certain pets (and people) are in your life. Instructor: Danielle MacKinnon

May 18-20: Spirits in Transition Seminar, Westwood, MA
3-day workshop where you learn about holistic hospice care for animals, including how to reduce the risk of cancer in pets, holistic pain relief, common conditions in older animals, etc. Instructor: Ella Bittel

May 19-20: Touch Associated Clicker Training, Franklin, MA
2-day seminar where you learn the basics of TACT, a combination of massage therapy and clicker training. Instructors: Julie Robitaille and Emma Parsons

June 30 – July 1: Animal Communication, Westfield, MA
2-day workshop where you learn the basics of how to communicate with animals. Instructors: Dawn Allen

MICHIGAN

May 1-2: Equine SENSE Workshop, South Lyon, MI
2-day workshop at Gaited Acres Farm where you learn the basics of equine SENSE (bodywork based on the Feldenkrais method), as well as Feldenkrais techniques for yourself. Instructor: Mary Debono

MINNESOTA

May 18-20: TTouch for Horses, Minneapolis, MN
Learn the basics of Tellington TTouch for horses (TTEAM) at this 3-day workshop. Instructor: Carol O’Donnell Wilson

June 8-10: Healing Touch for Animals Level 1, Minneapolis, MN
Learn the basics of The Komitor Healing Method for small and large animals at this 3-day workshop. Instructor: Madeleine Ferbal

NEW JERSEY

May 19: Fundamentals of Animal Massage, Lincroft, NJ
One-day workshop where you learn the basics of animal massage. Instructor: Lola Michelin of the Northwest School of Animal Massage

June 2-3: Animal Communication, Warren, NJ
2-day workshop where you learn the basics of animal communication. Instructor: Carol Gurney

June 9-10: Introduction to Small Animal Acupressure, Madison, NJ
Learn the basics of Traditional Chinese Medicine concepts and theories and how they relate to acupressure, as well as how to perform a complete acupressure treatment protocol. Instructor: Amy Snow of Tallgrass Animal Acupressure Institute

NEW YORK

May 5-6: Animal Reiki 1, Woodstock, NY
SARA-affiliated 2-day workshop where you learn the basics of Reiki and how to use it with animals. Instructor: Diane Anderson

June 8-10: Soul Level Animal Communication, Rhinebeck, NY
3-day workshop where you learn the basics of, animal communication. Instructor: Danielle MacKinnon

OHIO

May 4-7 & June 8-11: PetMassage Foundation Workshop, Toledo, OH
4-day foundation workshops where you learn the basics of animal massage, anatomy, physiology, ethics and marketing. Taught by PetMassage, Ltd.

May 9-11: Feline Massage, Synergy Farm, Circleville, OH
3-day workshop where you learn the basics of feline anatomy, massage techniques, personality and body language. Taught by Integrated Touch Therapy

May 18-20: Healing Touch for Animals Level 1, Cincinnati, OH
3-day workshop where you learn the basics of The Komitor Healing Method for small and large animals. Instructor: Mary Beth Genter

May 21-25: PetMassage WaterWork, Toledo, OH
5-day course where you learn hydrotherapy (swimming) for dogs. Taught by PetMassage, Ltd.

June 10-11: Reiki 1 & 2, Alexandria, OH
2-day Reiki certification class. Instructor: Anna Twinney of Reach Out To Horses

June 16-17: Animal Communication, Cincinnati, OH
2-day animal communication workshop where you learn the basics of how to telepathically talk to animals. Instructor: Carol Gurney

June 19-22: Canine Massage Level 1, Synergy Farm, Circleville, OH
4-day canine massage workshop where you learn the basics of canine anatomy, massage techniques, and general canine wellness. Taught by Integrated Touch Therapy

OREGON

May 5: Animal Chat Level 1, Portland, OR
½-day workshop at The Garden Sanctuary where you learn the basics of how to communicate with animals. Instructor: Terri O’Hara of Animalwize

June 16-19: Camelidynamics Basics Clinic, Bend, OR
4-day workshop where you learn the basics of Camelidynamics (TTouch for camelids) as well as how to shear. Instructor: Marty McGee Bennett

PENNSYLVANIA

May 19: Animal Reiki 1, Huntingdon, PA
Learn the basics of Reiki for animals as well as about their energy systems, chakras, scanning and clearing their energy fields, and more. Instructor: Janet Jackson of Energy Connection

May 19-20: Animal Communication, Spring Grove, PA
Learn the basics of animal communication at this 2-day workshop. Instructor: Carol Gurney

June 1-3: Healing Touch for Animals Level 1, Philadelphia, PA
3-day small and large animal workshop where you learn the basics of The Komitor Healing Method. Instructor: Mary Beth Genter

TEXAS

May 2: Introduction to Holistic Animal Care, Houston, TX
2-hour workshop at Leisure Learning Unlimited where you learn about several different holistic healing modalities and how they can help your pets. Taught by The Lightfoot Way

May 5: Animal Communication, Dripping Springs, TX
Learn the basics of how to telepathically communicate with animals. Instructors: Kim Shotola and Allison Culver of The Lightfoot Way

May 5-10: Introduction to TTouch for Companion Animals, Pflugerville, TX
Six-day introductory and ongoing practitioner class where you learn the basics of TTouch for dogs, cats and other companion animals. Instructor: Debby Potts of The Integrated Animal

May 6: Flower Essences, Dripping Springs, TX
Half-day workshop where you learn the basics of flower essences and how to use them with animals. Instructors: Allison Culver and Kim Shotola of The Lightfoot Way

May 6: Crystal & Color Therapy, Dripping Springs, TX
Afternoon workshop where you learn about the healing properties of crystals, how to use them for healing, making crystal essences, etc. The workshop also covers the basics of color therapy. Instructors: Kim Shotola and Allison Culver of The Lightfoot Way

May 23: Kinesiology, Houston, TX
One-day workshop where you learn how to use kinesiology (muscle testing) to determine allergies and discover which food and topical products best suit your animal(s) and yourself. Instructor: Allison Culver of The Lightfoot Way

June 13: Great Nutrition = Great Health, Houston, TX
Learn how to read pet food labels, how to select the right diet for your pet and when and how to use supplements. Instructor: Allison Culver of The Lightfoot Way

June 27: Crystal & Color Therapy, Houston, TX
Evening workshop where you learn about both color therapy and crystals; how to use them for healing, making crystal essences, etc. Instructor: Allison Culver of The Lightfoot Way

VERMONT

May 19-20: Animal Reiki I, Chelsea, VT
SARA-affiliated 2-day workshop at the Hooved Animal Sanctuary where you learn the history of Reiki and how to use it on both humans and animals. Instructor: Kelly McDermott-Burns of Heart Song Reiki

June 3-9: TTouch, Animal Communication and Therapeutic Touch, Marlboro, VT
Learn about Animal Communication, Tellington TTouch, and Therapeutic Touch at Camp Gone to the Dogs. Instructor: Barbara Janelle

June 8-10: Healing Touch for Animals Level 1, Burlington, VT
3-day small and large animal workshop where you learn the basics of The Komitor Healing Method. Instructor: Mary Beth Genter

June 30 – July 1: Animal Communication, Derby Line, VT
2-day animal communication workshop. Instructor: Amelia Kinkade

VIRGINIA

May 19-20: Animals and Essential Oils, Marshall, VA
2-day workshop where you learn the basics of how to use essential oils with animals. Instructor: Sandy Rakowitz of One Heart Healing Center

WASHINGTON

May 5-6: Introduction to Animal Communication, Kenmore, WA
Two-day class where you learn the basics of animal communication. Instructor: Polly Klein of Tonglen Healing Arts for Animals

May 18-20: Healing Touch for Animals Level 1, Olympia, WA
3-day workshop where you learn the basics of The Komitor Healing Method for small and large animals. Instructor: Madeleine Ferbal

May 19: Reiki 1, Edmonds, WA
1-day certification class where you learn the basics of Reiki. Instructor: Cindy Rackley

May 19: TTouch for Senior Dogs, Stanwood, WA
Learn TTouch techniques to help with the aches and pains that come with aging, as well as exercises that help older dogs stay mobile. Instructor: Shannon Finch of AnimalKind Training

May 19: Reiki Level 1, Issaquah, WA
One-day hands-on class where you learn the basics of Reiki and how to use it with all living things. Instructor: Polly Klein of Tonglen Healing Arts for Animals

June 23-24: Introduction to TTouch for Horses, Buckley, WA
Learn basic TTEAM techniques (TTouch for horses) at this 2-day workshop. Instructor: Debby Potts of The Integrated Animal

June 30 – July 1: Animal Communication, Tacoma, WA
2-day workshop where you learn the basics of animal communication. Instructor: Lauren McCall of The Integrated Animal

June 30 – July 28 (Saturdays): TTouch and Click for Reactive, Shy and Fearful Dogs, Stanwood, WA
5-week 75-minute class where you learn TTouch and clicker techniques to help ease fear and boost confidence in your dog. Instructor: Shannon Finch of AnimalKind Training

WISCONSIN

May 11-13: Introduction to Equine or Small Animal Acupressure, Lake Geneva, WI
Learn the basics of Traditional Chinese Medicine concepts and theories and how to perform a complete acupressure treatment protocol. Instructor: Kathi Soukup of Tallgrass Animal Acupressure

May 12: Introduction to Vibrational Modalities for Animals, Grafton, WI
Learn about various vibrational healing modalities and how to use them with animals. Instructor: W. Bruce Bregenzer of Blue Sky School of Professional Massage & Therapeutic Bodywork

May 18 & 20: TTouch For Dogs Demo/Fundraiser, Dodgeville, WI
One-day fundraiser (5/18) and workshop (5/20) at the Iowa County Humane Society where you learn the basics of TTouch for dogs. Instructor: Sage Lewis of The Dancing Porcupine

June 9-10: Touch Associated Clicker Training, Milwaukee, WI
2-day seminar where you learn the basics of TACT, a combination of massage therapy and clicker training. Instructor: Julie Robitaille

WYOMING

June 10-17: Reach Out to Horses and Reiki 1 & 2, Dubois, WY
Week-long course at Bitterroot Ranch where you learn to communicate with horses and learn level 1 and 2 of Reiki (certification class). Instructor: Anna Twinney of Reach Out To Horses

June 18-23: TTouch for Horses, Dubois, WY
6-day course at Bitterroot Ranch where you learn the basics of the Tellington TTouch method for horses. Instructor: Linda Tellington-Jones

CANADA

ALBERTA
May 3-7: Equine Myofascial Release Level I, Calgary, AB
5-day Equinology course where you learn the basics of myofascial release and how to use it on horses. Instructor: Ruth Mitchell-Golladay

May 26-27: Intro to TTouch and Connected Riding, Morinville, AB
Introductory hands-on workshop where you learn the basics of Tellington TTouch for horses as well as connected riding. Instructor: Mandy Pretty

June 1-8: Canine Body Worker Certification Course, Calgary, AB
8-day Caninology certification course (canine massage). Instructor: Beverly Adams

BRITISH COLUMBIA
May 5-6: TTouch for You And Your Horse, Vernon, BC
2-day workshop where you learn the basics of Tellington TTouch for both yourself and your horse. Instructor: Mandy Pretty

May 12-13: Intro to TTouch and Connected Riding, Summerland, BC
2-day introductory workshop where you learn the basics of Tellington TTouch for horses as well as connected riding. Instructor: Mandy Pretty

June 2-3: Pawspoint Reflexology, Port Coquitlam, BC
Learn the basics of reflexology for animals at this 2-day workshop. Instructor: Yvette Eastman of Touchpoint Reflexology

June 8-10: TTouch and Connected Riding, Vernon, BC
3-day hands-on workshop where you learn the basics of Tellington TTouch for horses as well as connected riding. Instructor: Mandy Pretty

ONTARIO
May 1-3: Equi-Bow Level 1, Puslinch, ON
3-day horse owners’ workshop at Cedar Lane Farm where you learn the basics of Equi-Bow. Taught by Equi-Bow Canada

May 5-6: Introduction to TTouch for Companion Animals, Kitchener, ON
2-day hands-on workshop where you learn the basics of TTouch for dogs and cats. Instructor: Sue Becker

May 23-29: Equine Acupressure Level One, London, ON
6-day class where you learn the basics of Traditional Chinese Medicine and equine acupressure. Instructor: Diana Thompson (Equinology)

June 1-3: Introduction to Small Animal Acupressure, Toronto, ON
Learn the basics of Traditional Chinese Medicine concepts and theories and how they relate to acupressure, as well as how to perform a complete acupressure treatment protocol. Instructor: Kim Bauer of Tallgrass Animal Acupressure

June 8-10: Equine SENSE Workshop, Caledon East, ON
3-day workshop at Petlyn Farm where you learn the basics of the SENSE method for horses (bodywork based on the Feldenkrais method), as well as Feldenkrais techniques for yourself. Instructor: Mary Debono

Holistic Animal Health Events & Workshops UK – March – April 2012

cattie — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:00:15 +0000

As I mentioned in my post yesterday, I decided to split up the Events & Workshops lists into US/Canada and the UK. There is so much going on in the next few months that keeping them all together would result in a ridiculously long list, plus I think this makes more sense.

As you can see, I’m not as up on what’s going on with national animal or pet celebration days in the UK – if you know of one that I have missed, please let me know. Also, I’m sure there is lots more going on as far as classes and workshops than what’s here. I’m constantly building my list, and if you know of an event that belongs here, please contact me and I will add it.

March is
Vegetarian Month

April is
National Pet Month

April 4 is World Rat Day
April 7 is International Beaver Day
April 16-24 is World Week for Animals in Laboratories
April 30 – 6 May is National RSPCA Week

ENGLAND

Bedfordshire
March 3: Equine Massage, Bedford
1-day workshop for horse owners at Moor End Stables where you learn the basics of equine massage. Instructor: Angela Hall of The Equine Massage Academy

Berkshire
March 4: Interactive Canine TTouch Demonstration, Sulhamstead
1-day workshop/demonstration of using Tellington TTouch with challenging dogs. Instructor: Toni Shelbourne

April 11: Tellington TTouch for Cats and Small Animals, Hurst
1-day workshop at Diana Brimblecombe Animal Rescue Centre where you learn the basics of using TTouch with cats and small animals. Instructor: Toni Shelbourne

Cambridgeshire
March 21-23: Equine Touch Level 1, Wittering
3-day workshop where you learn the basics of equine touch. Instructor: Emma Overend

March 24: Bach Flower Therapy Workshop, Ingatestone
1-day workshop at Remus Horse Sanctuary where you learn the basics of Bach flower therapy and how to use it with animals. Instructor: Caroline Thomas

April 3: Natural First Aid Workshop, Ingatestone
Hands-on workshop at Remus Horse Sanctuary where you learn how to use essential oils, plants, and herbs for first aid and for general well-being. Instructor: Dena Schwartz

April 14: Stretching and Mobilisation, Wittering
One-day workshop where you learn the basics of equine stretching and mobilisation. Instructor: Emma Overend

Cumbria
March 10: Equine Massage, Penrith
1-day horse owner’s workshop at Ivy House Stables where you learn the basics of equine massage. Instructor: Angela Hall of The Equine Massage Academy

East Yorkshire
March 25: Equine Massage, Bishop Burton
Horse owner’s workshop at Bishop Burton College where you learn the basics of equine massage. Instructor: Angela Hall of The Equine Massage Academy

Essex
March 9-11: Equine Touch Level 1, Roxwell
Learn the basics of equine touch at this 3-day workshop. Instructor: Kate Prowse

Gloucestershire
March 24-25: Introduction to Animal Communication, Tetbury
Two-day workshop where you learn the basics of animal communication. Instructor: Safaya Salter

Hampshire
March 24: Tellington TTouch for Dogs, Lymington
1-day workshop where you learn the basics of TTouch for dogs. Instructor: Toni Shelbourne

Lake District
March 17-18: Awakening to Animals, Windermere
Two-day conference with the theme “Equality For All Life”. Speakers include Amelia Kinkade, Nick Thompson, Margrit Coates, and Loesje Jacob

Norfolk
April 29: Animal Magic Foundation Class, Brackland
Learn the basics of Animal Magic (which encompasses chakras, crystals, dowsing, communication and more). Instructor: Niki Senior

North Lincolnshire
March 24-25: Foundation Course in Amichien Bonding, Flixborough, Scunthorpe
Learn the basics of the Amichien® Bonding method at this 2-day workshop. Instructor: Jan Fennell

Northumberland
March 30 – April 1: Equine Touch Level 1, Morpeth
3-day workshop where you learn the basics of equine touch. Instructor: Chris Wyllie

Oxfordshire
March 19-20: Touch for Health, Chinnor
Two-day workshop where you learn kinesiology (muscle testing) and techniques to improve overall health. Instructor: Jo Rose of Rose Holistic Therapies

March 20: Kinesiology Demonstration and Talk, Chinnor
Afternoon talk and demonstration of how to integrate Kinesiology massage and touch techniques into animal therapies. Instructor: Jo Rose of Rose Holistic Therapies

March 22: Equine Muscles, Movement and Stretching, Chinnor
Learn about the equine muscular system and practice passive stretches that help with range of movement. Instructor: Jo Rose of Rose Holistic Therapies

March 24: Healing Tools for People and Animals, Chinnor
Hands-on workshop where you learn about crystals, essences, magnets, color and sound therapy. Instructors: Jo Rose of Rose Holistic Therapies and Kinesiologist Terry Shubrook

April 5: Equine Merishia Massage, Chinnor
One-day hands-on practical (with required pre course work). Instructor: Jo Rose of Rose Holistic Therapies

April 6: Canine Merishia Massage, Chinnor
Hands-on one-day practical (pre course work required). Instructor: Jo Rose of Rose Holistic Therapies

April 13-14: Reiki For Animals, Level 1, Chinnor
First degree human and animal Reiki class (pre-course and case study homework required). Instructor: Jo Rose of Rose Holistic Therapies

April 28: Horse Listening, Chinnor
Learn how to communicate with horses on several different levels, as well as simple kinesiology techniques and equine bio-mechanics. Instructors: Jo Rose and Caroline Baldock

April 28-30: Equine Touch Level 1, Hartsop Farm, Witney
3-day workshop where you learn the basics of equine touch. Instructor: Emma Knowles

Somerset
March 4: Equine Stretch Day, Catcott
One-day workshop at Rose Farm College of Equine Studies where you learn the basics of equine stretching. Instructor: Lotty Merry

March 15-18: Equine Bowen, Catcott
4-day workshop at Rose Farm College of Equine Studies where you learn the basics of equine Bowen. Instructor: Lotty Merry

April 23: Stretching and Mobilisation, Glastonbury
One-day workshop where you learn the basics of equine stretching and mobilisation. Instructor: Chris Wyllie

Shropshire
March 25: Reiki 1 for Dog Owners, Bridgnorth
One-day workshop where you learn the basics of Reiki and how to use it with your dog(s). Instructor: Rob Fellows

Surrey
April 1: Matrix Reimprinting with Animals, Stratford-upon-Avon
Two-day workshop where you learn the basics of Matrix Reimprinting, an EFT technique, and how to use it with animals. Instructor: Safaya Salter

April 28: Animal Communication, Guildford
One-day workshop at Wild Croft Rare Breeds Farm where you get an introduction to communicating with animals intuitively. Instructor: Julie Lines of Voice of the Animals

West Sussex
March 16: Introduction to Canine Massage, Horsham
One-day workshop where you learn the basics of canine massage. Instructor: Julia Robertson of Galen Therapy Centre

March 24-25: Interspecies Animal Communication, Worthing
Two-day workshop at Ferring Country Centre where you learn the basics of animal communication. Also includes an introduction to the Mysteries of the White Lions of Timbavati. Instructor: Wynter Worsthorne

March 30: Pre and Post Event Massage, Horsham
One-day workshop where you learn the basics of canine massage and specifically how to use it before and after events like agility, showing or just an intense play session. Instructor: Julia Robertson of Galen Therapy Centre

West Yorkshire
March 25: EFT for Animals, York
Learn how to do EFT on animals with the help of surrogates. Instructors: Gwyneth Moss and Heather Smiles of Emotional Health

Wiltshire
March 10-11: Canine Touch Level 1, Swindon
2-day workshop where you learn the basics of canine touch. Instructor: Emma Overend

SCOTLAND

March 10-12: Equine Touch Level 1, Roberton, S.Lanarkshire
Learn the basics of equine touch at this 3-day workshop. Instructor: Sue Grout

March 9-11: Equine Touch Level 1, Cupar, Fife
3-day workshop where you learn the basics of equine touch. Instructor: Chris Wyllie

March 31 – April 1: Canine Touch Level 1, Roberton, S.Lanarkshire
2-day workshop where you learn the basics of canine touch. Instructor: Sue Grout