At Horse Haven Uk we are so pleased to offer this introduction to zoopharmacognosy for horses.

Mike Griffiths is the facilitator for this 1 day workshop and we are very happy to welcome him here.

Mike Griffiths qualified as a “Zoopharmacognosy Practitioner over 8 years ago.

He trained in applied zoopharmacognosy with Caroline Ingraham, developer of the therapy and founder of the Ingraham Academy. Mike is qualified to practice across all species, not just horses.

Mike has been a healer for many years. 

He then went on to study energy healing with Elizabeth Whiter, for both humans and animals.  He is a member of the Healing Animals Organisation.

Mike is also qualified in “Equine Massage”.  So, a man of many skills.

 

 

 

Zoopharmacognosy is a fascinating subject and demonstrates animals’ ability for self-selection. They seem to know what they need to self-medicate.  In the wild they will naturally forage for the herbs and minerals they require.

The term zoopharmacognosy is from Ancient Greek and can be broken down as follows: ‘zoo’ (animal), ‘pharmaco’ (remedy) and ‘gnosy’ (knowing).

Mike has kindly agreed to come along to Horse Haven Uk in Somerset to facilitate this workshop.

 

Below is an outline of what to expect on the day. Mike will be giving hand outs and has told me that at the end of the day you will be able to offer a basic session to your own horses.

 INTRODUCTION TO ZOOPHARMACOGNOSY FOR HORSES

1 DAY WORKSHOP

WHAT WILL I LEARN

Background

History and development

Guiding principles

Pathways into the body

 Olfaction

Oral

Topical

Remedy types

Essential oils

Absolutes

Hydrosols

Macerates

Fixed oils

Dried herbs

Powders

Equines

Introduction

Beginning the session / location / conditions for a successful session

Oils often taken at the start of a session

Recognising positive reactions

Positive reactions mistaken for a negative

Negative reactions

Indications that session has finished

Practical demonstration

 Student practical session

 Practical, making gels and salves

 Outcomes

At the end of the day participants should:

Understand the basic principles of animal self-selection.

Understand the materials used and the methods of application

Be able to undertake a basic session with their own animals

To book onto this workshop go to store, click on workshops and you can reserve your place via paypal or card.

Part of the day will be indoor and part outdoor so please wear sensible footwear, bring warm layers and a waterproof just in case.

Vegetarian lunch is provided on the day.