Recently, I had a deeply moving session with an animal communicator named Holly. I booked it to help my horse, Cash, who’s been dealing with ongoing health issues.
What I didn’t expect was for the conversation to uncover not only insights into his care, but also a clearer sense of my own purpose—and how this horse has shaped my life in ways I never saw coming.
Cash’s Story: From “Project Horse” to Lifelong Partner
I’ve owned and rehomed many horses over the years, often taking in ones that needed training, rehabilitation, or a fresh start. Cash arrived in 2017 through friends who knew I was experienced with “problem” horses.
He was gorgeous—rich coloring, a long mane and tail, and well-bred reining horse bloodlines. But on the ground? He was dangerous: pushy, reactive, and hard to handle. I almost didn’t buy him.
The turning point came the day we brought him home. While brushing his tangled mane, I watched the tension melt from his body. From that moment, something shifted. He became easier to handle, and when I finally rode him, I discovered he was responsive, smooth, and fun.
Over time, Cash turned into my go-to trail horse, my trusted partner in the mountains, and the horse I could put anyone on with confidence.
Health Challenges and the Search for Answers
When I first got him, his hooves were in terrible condition, requiring years of corrective shoeing. More recently, Cash developed intermittent lameness in his right front foot. After X-rays last fall, my vet diagnosed him with navicular disease, a degenerative condition that can cause chronic pain.
I’ve worked with farriers, vets, and bodyworkers to keep him comfortable. I’ve also pursued a holistic approach—studying equine rehabilitation therapy and becoming a Reiki Master—skills that have helped me support him and other horses over the years.
What the Animal Communicator Shared
During our session, Cash confirmed he needs a different farrier (ironically, I already had a new one scheduled). He described his discomfort in detail—how he’s been landing toe-first instead of heel-first—and even offered suggestions on what might help.
Then, Holly shared something that stopped me cold:
“She’s buying us a place.”
I hadn’t told her this, but I’ve been debating buying an acreage—a space where my horses could live and where I could run a horse rehabilitation facility.
Cash went further, saying he wants me to help other horses the way I’ve helped him, and that the number five is important—five horses, to be exact.
A Deeper Bond and a Bigger Purpose
Holly explained that Cash didn’t trust humans before me. His early reining training likely pushed him hard, and an injury may have ended his career. I, in turn, gave him patience, care, and the freedom to just “be.”
Reflecting on our journey, I realized: if it weren’t for Cash, I wouldn’t have gone searching for a whole-horse approach to care. I wouldn’t have found the Canadian Equine Therapy Institute. I wouldn’t have worked on the many horses I’ve helped since.
In short—Cash was the catalyst for my career in equine therapy and my ongoing spiritual journey.
The Message I Needed to Hear
Before we ended, Holly relayed Cash’s final message:
“Trust yourself.”
It’s a reminder I needed—not just in my horse work, but in building my real estate business and in life.
Looking Ahead
I don’t know exactly how or when, but I can see it now:
An acreage.
Five horses in rehabilitation.
A space for healing—both for the animals and the people who love them.
Cash has given me more than great rides and mountain memories. He’s given me direction. And I’m finally ready to follow it.
If Your Horse Has Changed Your Life…
I’d love to hear your story. Drop it in the comments or send me a message—I believe our animals often know more than we give them credit for.
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