Mane Chance operates a system of care unique in the world of equine welfare. We have set up a track system across the fields at the sanctuary. By placing feed all along the tracks and water at one end, our horses are encouraged to exercise and forage. This system is proven to enrich the horse lives more so than if they were housed in a square or oblong field where they would just stand in one spot and eat and graze.
Our unique approach extends to the emotional care of the horses too and our special care regime works at the pace of each horse in their rehabilitation catering for the individual needs of each horse. We give those that need it, a balance of extra supplements and reiki as well as conventional veterinary, podiatric and chiropractic care.
We also believe passionately that horses and humans can benefit in equal measure emotionally. We have built a very special relationship with the Shooting Star Chase charity for example. Children with life limiting illnesses visit us weekly in the summer months from their hospice in Guildford. We also welcome youngsters from local special needs schools and students on the Duke of Edinburgh Awards programme are regular weekend visitors.
MISSION STATEMENT
To provide sanctuary and relief from suffering for horses, while promoting humane behavior to all animals and mutually-beneficial relationships with people who need them.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
i) To relieve the suffering of animals, in particular equines, who are in need of care and attention, by providing permanent or temporary sanctuary, care and treatment.
ii) To advise and educate the public on matters concerning the welfare of horses and ponies and to set the standard in natural horsemanship.
iii) To provide relief for children, young people and vulnerable people, suffering from physical and/or mental disability, through the provision of managed therapeutic work with equines to help meet their needs and to enable them to participate more fully in society; also to increase the confidence and capacity of children, young people and vulnerable people in need of support through interaction with the horses.
Our vision is to inspire on two levels. We believe there is no place for dominance in horse care and equally that horses have great value as healers. Through working with and helping people in the way we do, we aim to lead by example and change the wider public’s perception of the value of the horse. We actively encourage the sharing of knowledge and experiences in achieving our aims.
Mane Chance operates a system of care unique in the world of equine welfare. We have set up a track system across the fields at the sanctuary. By placing feed all along the tracks and water at one end, our horses are encouraged to exercise and forage. This system is proven to enrich the horse lives more so than if they were housed in a square or oblong field where they would just stand in one spot and eat and graze.
Our unique approach extends to the emotional care of the horses too and our special care regime works at the pace of each horse in their rehabilitation catering for the individual needs of each horse. We give those that need it, a balance of extra supplements and reiki as well as conventional veterinary, podiatric and chiropractic care.
We also believe passionately that horses and humans can benefit in equal measure emotionally. We have built a very special relationship with the Shooting Star Chase charity for example. Children with life limiting illnesses visit us weekly in the summer months from their hospice in Guildford. We also welcome youngsters from local special needs schools and students on the Duke of Edinburgh Awards programme are regular weekend visitors.
MISSION STATEMENT
To provide sanctuary and relief from suffering for horses, while promoting humane behavior to all animals and mutually-beneficial relationships with people who need them.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
i) To relieve the suffering of animals, in particular equines, who are in need of care and attention, by providing permanent or temporary sanctuary, care and treatment.
ii) To advise and educate the public on matters concerning the welfare of horses and ponies and to set the standard in natural horsemanship.
iii) To provide relief for children, young people and vulnerable people, suffering from physical and/or mental disability, through the provision of managed therapeutic work with equines to help meet their needs and to enable them to participate more fully in society; also to increase the confidence and capacity of children, young people and vulnerable people in need of support through interaction with the horses.
Our vision is to inspire on two levels. We believe there is no place for dominance in horse care and equally that horses have great value as healers. Through working with and helping people in the way we do, we aim to lead by example and change the wider public’s perception of the value of the horse. We actively encourage the sharing of knowledge and experiences in achieving our aims.
