Hi, I’m HAYLEY RUSSO.
I am a Certified Equine Nutritionist and Massage Therapist. I specialize in an anti-inflammatory all forage diet using holistic ways to heal your horse from the inside out.
I have my own horse, “Louise” Hollywoods Barbiedoll who is the sole reason behind Tough Tails. I got her two years ago where I learned she held a lot of trauma and pain throughout her body so I put myself in school to learn how to release it from her. I then couldn’t understand why she was such a “hard keeper” and why her mane and tail wouldn’t grow. I did a Minerals and Metals Mane test and learned where she was deficient, areas of concern, and how to attack it slowly. She became a different horse. She maintains weight really easily, mane and tail are so long, hooves are growing, she is glowing from the inside out. I set out on a mission to become a nutritionist so I could help other horses too.
Education
Certified equine massage therapist - 2023
Certified through Equissage http://www.equissageca.com/
certified equine nutritionist - 2024
Certified through Equine Energy Medicine https://equineenergymed.com/shop-equine-remedies/ols/products/minerals-and-metals-mane-test
continuing education:
Equi-Tape
Masterson Method Home Study Course
My Approach
I take a step-by-step approach, really listening to the horse and the owner to understand the issues at hand or the areas of focus. I customize every single plan as no two horses are alike so no plan of treatment should be either.
EVALUATE
Each consultation will consist of me meeting with you, discussing any areas of concern, long-term goals, or just maintenance. I will work with you and evaluate your horse to ensure I have all the information before determining our plan of action.
PLAN OF ACTION
Determining the plan of attack will be based on what the evaluation tells us. Whether it’s just providing some release for your retired best friend, working on optimizing performance for your athlete, or rehabilitating from an injury. We will make a plan that works for your horse and for you.