Catherine Edwards
Dip. Equine Iridology; BSc, MBA
My name is Catherine Edwards. I have a BSc in Biology, specialising in Animal Behaviour and Physiology. My real passion has always been animals, and I have owned my own horse(s) for over 25 years. I have a keen interest in natural horsemanship and apply a holistic approach when working with horses, using a combination of Equine Iridology, Herbal Remedies and a detailed knowledge of Equine Behaviour.
Having qualified as an Equine Iridologist with the world renowned Ellen Collinson I have build up an extensive knowledge in this area. I am continuing my professional development in this area through ongoing research, case study review with qualified peers and attending relevant courses as appropriate.
I work with a network of therapists and equine practitioners and am always happy to discuss your individual horse / questions with you.
FAQ
How Long Does An Assessment Take?
I allow an hour per horse. The actually time to undertake the reading can vary considerably, from 10 minutes to one hour, depending on what is found and the behaviour of the horse. Time is also allowed to write up the results and to discuss these with the client.
What is involved in an Assessment?
The horses needs to be in a stable or field shelter as the horse needs to be away from direct sunlight which will interfere with the reading. The owner will be required to hold the horse on a halter whilst I look into the horse’s eye with a magnifying glass and torch and record my results on a clipboard. I will then write up the results of the assessment, a copy of which will be provided to the client. The results will be discussed fully with the client after the assessment.
How many Assessments will I require?
This is very dependant upon the results of the assessment and the ongoing management and use of the horse. However, regular assessments are not required (as iridology is a diagnostic tool not a treatment). Ideally each horse would be assessed annually, to allow early detection of any developing health issues. However, an additional assessment may be recommended if:
- the horse is undergoing treatment to assess the affectiveness of the treatment;
- the management regime or exercise regime is changed significantly (e.g. the introduction of new feed) to assess the effect of this on the horse;
- If a problem is suspected.
Can you Diagnose Specific Diseases?
No – please refer to the Equine Iridology page
Iridology does NOT reveal specific pathology (medical diseases) because many diseases create similar changes in the body tissues; rather it reflects hereditary tendencies and the condition of the tissues (e.g. inflammation, acidity, toxicity, congested lymph, and hardening of the arteries) and therefore iridology provides an accurate assessment of the condition of the various organs / areas of the body, where problems are present and what can be done to alleviate these.
