Livery

We pride ourselves on the care and attention we offer to each livery that comes in to visit us here at Rookery Equine. We are available to offer a number of livery options for box rest, rehabilitation, fitness and holiday livery.

Ad lib hay/haylage, horse walker and turn out pen.

We use shavings as our choice of bedding.

All we require from you is hard feed and supplements!

The stables are all fully matted out with automated feeders and a 12 x 12 turn out pen on hard standing which will be open from 9am to 6pm each day. We understand that horses are herd animals and the hardest part of rehabilitation for these creatures is that they lose their usual routine at home, and this can lead to them becoming upset and stressed when their friends are going out into the field and they are not. The individual turn out pens provide them with a safe environment where they can socialize without the added risk of re-injury.

You will also receive regular updates through pictures and videos during your horses stay, providing you with peace of mind that your horse is well cared for.

What does the cost involve?

Box Rest - This is our basic package and works well for horses post surgery and includes any bandage changes or wound cleaning required. Limfa and EMS are always a beneficial extra during this part of your horse's rehabilitation which we would be happy to discuss further with you.

Holiday Livery - A fantastic package choice for anybody who is away on holiday or work that needs their horses fitness to continue, this includes 5 x sessions of your choice (up to 100 minutes), horse walker and an individual turnout pen attached to the stable where they can have the freedom of choice and socialization during their stay.

Rehab Livery - Working alongside your vet, insurance company, farrier and body worker to allow consistency throughout your horse's rehabilitation allows for a greater success rate. We pride ourselves on the ability to provide the very best of care throughout your horses stay with us. We do not believe this is a livery that can allow for set protocols, so we allow for up to 100 minutes of any electro or hydro therapies or any ridden or ground work. These can be mixed and changed throughout your horses stay to ensure the very best of care is achieved at all times. Extra times and allocations can be offered on top of the basic costs to ensure a more tailored package.

Fitness Livery - Using the hydrotherapy equipment, this package includes 5 sessions per week. This is a fantastic opportunity to get your horses fit and ready to be ridden prior to being on board post injury or to ensure they maintain a high level of fitness during any holidays you may be having. The treadmill is designed to allow the horse to work in a low impact environment reducing the stress on joints and muscles, it also provides improved cardiovascular fitness which can enhance the horse's endurance. The water treadmill targets specific muscle groups more effectively than on land allowing for an improvement in straightness, balance, flexibility and strength.

Your livery costs (excluding box rest) this includes up to 100 minutes per week of ANY of our electrotherapy equipment, hydrotherapy, hand walking, lungeing, riding or long reigning, (if you require, more minutes can be added), unless otherwise specified, your horse will have access to an individual turn out pen attached to his stable. We feel this allows them to be able to enjoy the company of other horses in a safer environment whilst in our care.

Reduced price add-ons available - 

EMS (electrical muscle stimulation) - EMS offers several benefits during rehabilitation and sports training including muscle strengthening, reduction in muscle atrophy, pain relief, improved circulation, £15 per session

Combi Floor - Vibration therapy can offer several benefits to enhance a horses health and performance including muscle strengthening, improved balance, enhanced circulation, £15 per session

We have 3 qualified staff members that all live on-site and regularly check the CCTV that is installed in each stable to ensure your horse is happy and safe.

 


 

Livery