Testimonials

“Regular sessions with Anne Maree from Cumberland Equine are an integral part of rehabilitating and maintaining my dressage horse, Fallbrook Black Tie (Bruce)

I began using Anne Maree’s services in 2021 when I had newly purchased Bruce and wanted him to be feeling his very best on arrival to Victoria, following a very long, and taxing interstate trip.

I have always been so pleased with decision, and her visits are now a regular and standard part of our maintenance routine.

As a dressage team, we spend many weeks and weekends of the year doing competitions, travelling, clinics and training. Regular body therapy is vital to ensure that Bruce is not only performing his best, but also developing his body correctly, without any injuries or discomfort. 

Anne Maree has such a calm and gentle demeanour, which the horses respond to incredibly positively, allowing them to trust her, relax and enjoy their session.

I am a big believer in investing in the very best care I can provide to ensure I have a sound and happy competition horse. Her knowledge, perceptiveness, and thoroughness, means that I can always rest assured that Bruce is receiving gold standard treatment.

The results speak for themselves, Anne Maree always keeps Bruce feeling supple and loose in his movement, and her work has had a big impact on the development both under saddle and through his body’s strength and shape.

Using her has had so many positive benefits, I really could go on for days about how helpful her services are to us as a team.

I am very grateful to have Anne Maree providing my boy with the very best treatment and look forward to using her as we continue our journey. 

" How many times do you hear a horse being blamed for not doing what the rider thinks they are asking?  

 WAY TOO MANY TIMES is the answer. 

Include in this the 'naughty' pony and the pony that will 'teach your kid to ride' because it pigroots when asked for canter or it leans on the bit. In my lifetime I have heard this over and over again. 

Anne-Maree, through her skills, has changed the shape of many ponies unwittingly damaged by gear the child has outgrown. Parents don't mean to do this but it happens far too often and for the sake of a bodywork session or two, the pony can completely change its shape and temperament. 

Anne-Maree knows that every time she visits Hamilton, I will always have a couple from my 12 that will benefit from her skills. A few other ponies usually gather around to benefit from the aura. 

I absolutely recommend a treatment from Anne-Maree if you wish to see a transformation and improvement in your horse or pony.  

-   Heather Pow Topsy Lodge Ponies Pony Playground

"We have had the pleasure in using the expertise of Anne Maree Cowell from when she was first training as an Equine Body Therapist.  

We challenged her with our most difficult and quirky horse and she excelled. Over time she built a relationship even with those difficult and quirky horses so they trusted her and knew she was helping them to feel great and assist in working well.  Anne Maree is excellent at identifying and treating injuries and stresses to older horses, and to keep them at the top of their game.

We use her not only for our racehorses but also competitive ponies. She is always open and honest about what she finds and can help work things out if persistent problems are occurring. We would happily recommend Anne Maree Services for ALL types of horses from fit racehorses, competition horses and ponies and pleasure horses."

- Charlotte, Nick and Matilda Graesser