AN ‘aggressive and severely troubled’ ex-National Hunt horse which vets advised should be put down is now a well-balanced, happy animal, thanks to the healing hands of a Minehead woman.Rhonda Sexton, who moved to the town about seven years ago, transformed 13-year-old Commander Cully into a quiet, calm, and affectionate horse after his owner experienced months of violent and dangerous behaviour with him.
Rhonda, who is better known for practising the Bowen technique on humans, used a special version on Cully which she calls Equine Touch.
It consists of a series of simple vibrational moves performed in patterns over the body to overcome the horse’s problems.
The technique allows the horse to re-balance itself not only physically but also emotionally.
Cully’s owner, Sharon Pope, of Carhampton, spent many weeks seeking professional help to overcome his behaviour following a nightmare first ride after buying him in May of this year.
She said: “Cully launched himself across a main road from a junction landing on the opposite side of the road, a passing minibus narrowly missed us and I only just managed to stay on.
“From then onwards, the problems just kept coming. He would rear up and lash out at you, he was aggressive, he would not be caught, riding him became more dangerous, he would leap and spin, and he grunted continuously.
“A reputable jockey came to ride him, they got 150 yards down the road when Cully reared and threw himself over backwards on the jockey, causing serious harm.”
A dentist also had to throw in the towel after trying to treat the aggressive Cully, and he continued to put up a fight after being heavily sedated to find the root of the problem.
After having Cully’s tail analysed, the report revealed the horse had a number of problems on his atlas, axis, neck, saddle area, knee, and vertebrae, which were causing him severe pain, and he was experiencing severe headaches.
He was also found to have stomach ulcers, toxins in his stomach, and could not tolerate any sugar, however treatment was available to combat those particular problems.
Sharon then contacted Rhonda after spotting a leaflet which explained about Equine Touch.
The first session went fine, but it was a few days later when the benefits showed and Sharon was amazed to find her eight-year-old son in the field with Cully, who was being so gentle and was following him around and accepting cuddles and kisses.
Cully continued to become brighter and happier with further sessions, and following the fourth treatment he had become well and truly ‘soppy’.
“He greeted me every day and his true character was emerging, a very soft, genuine horse,” Sharon said.
“Since his last session, the improvements have been remarkable. He is now very relaxed, quiet and calm, and enjoys showers of attention.
“We go out for rides regularly now, we jump with scope and all together he is a different horse, improving every day.”
Cully’s tail has again been analysed by a different person unaware of his previous problems and the feedback was positive - a well-balanced happy horse with no significant problems.
“I am so grateful,” said Sharon. “Rhonda has worked wonders with my new horse. The relationship now between Cully and I could not be better.”
Rhonda also performs other healing treatments such as the non-invasive Bowen technique, which is used to treat many problems in humans, including back, neck, and knee issues, stress, and even colic in babies, and she also practices Canine Touch which can be used on both dogs and cats.
More information is available from Rhonda on 01643 704417 or by visiting her website at www.bowenwithrhonda.co.uk.
- Our photograph shows Sharon Pope (left) with Cully and Rhonda Sexton. Photo by Mark the Photographer, ref M1130018. Order photo reprints online at www.tcpbymtp.co.uk
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