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Welcome to EquiCanis Africa
We offer Internationally Accredited courses and Professional Certifications, lectured by World-renowned veterinarians and specialists. Also, equine and canine related education through workshops, seminars and courses presented by South African professionals and institutions.
Upcoming Courses
EQ75: Equine Massage & Bodywork for Owners
Date: TBD
Instructor: Debranne Patillo, MEEBW, PRESIDENT EQUINOLOGY ® INC
We decided it was time to offer our unique Equinology guide to equine massage body work for horse owners and trainers. Even if you plan to only work on your own horse, it is essential to learn how to do so properly from internationally accredited instructors.
EQ100: Equinology® Equine Body Worker Certification
Date: TBD
Instructor: Debranne Patillo, MEEBW, PRESIDENT EQUINOLOGY ® INC
Want to take your hands on modalities to a different level? Learn from the best! This unique hands-on system addresses the entire body, implementing specific manual palpation methods to assess soft tissue and symmetry of muscle and structure, and utilizing detailed static and dynamic evaluations. Different bodywork techniques, including sports massage, soft-tissue mobilization, stretching, range of motion and positioning exercises, muscle activation techniques and focal point work (stress and trigger points) are combined to provide optimal support for horses working in every discipline. The Equinology® Approach stands out because it is comprehensively and continually anatomically referenced, as part of a team approach.
EQ900: Anatomy Discovery Workshop (Clay & Hands-On)
Date: February 19-25, 2025
Instructor: Debranne Patillo, MEEBW, PRESIDENT EQUINOLOGY ® INC
We have a blast at this course! It’s really close to an art class but artistic skills are not necessary! Using bones, models, visuals, books, hand-outs, reference material and live horses, Debranne Pattillo, MEEBW and president and founder of Equinology Inc®, leads students on an anatomical journey of the horse, from the inside out.
My experience with the MFR course taught by Ruth Mitchel was a very positive, informative and enriching one. With a limited knowledge of equine anatomy, horse releases and behaviour, I wasn’t sure what to expect. To my delight I could easily follow the lectures and apply it practically. Ruth’s teaching was clear and easy to understand. The practical was sublime as what we learned in class came into ‘being’ during the practical sessions with the horses. It was fascinating to actually see the horses release, yawn and relax as we gently applied this healing method on their bodies.
I felt a deep connection with the horse giving me a new understanding of their anatomy and, most importantly… how every part of their bodies, every muscle, fibre, organs, joints and skeletal structure is all connected to each other. With the right touch, pressure and sensitivity… One is able to bring healing to all parts of the horses’ bodies.