Hi everyone,
A friend and I were recently discussing how horrible it was to rehab my horses from various injuries over the years while working multiple jobs, rough boarding, and having children to care for. This made me realize how much easier the process could have been if I had access to affordable rehab services, instead of very fancy expensive rehab facilities that were way out of budget. I never needed anything fancy- it was the time that I lacked.
So I began to wonder how much demand there would be for traveling services for horses in rehab or simply those who have daily medical needs. I used to have a pet sitting business when I was younger and working as a vet tech, and I am wondering if I should rebrand my business with the focus on offering these services instead. I was thinking of things such as hand walking, longing, hydrotherapy, icing, leg wraps, hoof soaking, wound care, medication administration, using BEMER therapy products, meeting and holding for the vet, etc. Additionally, I would be open to taking on small jobs that are not veterinary related, such as grooming, baths, meeting the vet or farrier, or exercise rides on safe horses that I know (no rehab rides due to inherent dangers.) However, I would require a meet and greet to ensure the horses are safe to handle, as I would be selective in avoiding horses with behavioral issues that pose safety concerns. I really do not want to be utilized as a training service or be hired because an owner doesn’t want to deal with their horse’s behavioral difficulties with any required care. This meet and greet would also double as a time for the owner to demonstrate what they want done, and how. Definitely would be licensed and insured.
I would love to hear your thoughts on this idea, especially regarding demand for this type of service and pricing structures for these various services—whether per visit, in group packages, or long-term arrangements. To my knowledge, no one else is currently offering these services in my area. Perhaps there’s a good reason why not .
Please be kind, because I have had a lifetime of family criticizing my every move, which was very damaging. Thanks so much!