What is it like being a horse massage therapist?

I think that this would be the perfect career path for me and was wondering if any one knew anything about it, like the pay, how hard it is, and how to get clients or a job somewhere.What is it like being a horse massage therapist?
The chiropractor we use does both that and massage. I'm guessing that'd be a good path to take as you would be able to open up and expand your amount of clients since you would be able to do more than just one thing for them. (Hence, it'll take more time to learn and get certified but just might be worth it in the end). As for how to attract your clients, in this industry it's typically done through word of mouth, so make sure every client is please when you are through! They'll be sure to recommend you to their friends. You can also post your ads online, Craigslist, in tack shops, wherever.What is it like being a horse massage therapist?
Most massage therapists start their own business. You most likely will have to become a regular human massage therapist first which means going to massage school for about a year in most states.





You have to find out what is required in your state and if there are restrictions or special classes you have to take to work on animals.


There a few states that require special licensing and you may have to check with the Veterinary boards to see if there are restrictions. The Vets don't like unlicensed massage therapists for the most part and actually don't like massage therapists much at all in general.





To get clients you would have to build up a network of trainers, riders, barns, and veterinarians.