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Welcome to Balance With Hooves! I am Frannie, a professionally-certified life coach, spiritual coach, and equine-guided coach dedicated to helping you achieve harmony in your life.
Discover a range of proven, equine guided, spiritual health & wellness coaching programs, available onsite in New Brunswick Canada or online from anywhere in the world.
Explore our offerings and discover how Balance With Hooves can guide you on your journey to well-being and self-discovery.
Services
Our equine-facilitated learning and healing programs harness the intuitive nature of horses to guide individuals on transformative journeys of self-discovery and personal growth. Through interactive experiences with these sentient beings, participants develop essential life skills such as empathy, leadership, and emotional resilience.
RETREAT
Experience personal and spiritual transformation through our Horse Wisdom Retreats. These immersive 2 days one night retreat offers horse wisdom with mindfulness practices, guiding you toward a soul-led life. Engage deeply with our intuitive horses to enhance self-awareness, authenticity, and balance, fostering a profound connection to your true self.
Meet The BWH Herd - And Sponsorships
THE HERD
I’m excited to share a bit about their unique gifts and the incredible stories that each horse carries. When I refer to "Medicine," I’m talking about the essence of what each horse brings to the table. Each member of our herd possesses its own special Medicine, a unique energy and presence that allows them to connect on a deeper level with those they encounter.
So, take a moment to meet our incredible herd and learn about the special gifts they offer. You might just find the perfect companion for your own healing journey!
SPONSORSHIP
Ten horses.
Ten wise souls.
Ten powerful, intuitive beings who hold space for healing and deep truth.
You can now walk beside one.
Introducing a new way to be part of the herd—through heartfelt sponsorship. Whether you’re nearby or far away, your support helps feed, care for, and honor these sacred beings who do soul work every day.
Sponsorship Tiers:
Guardian – $75/month
Support from afar. Receive a digital certificate, your horse’s story + seasonal photo updates. A meaningful way to give without visits—perfect if you’re not local.
Soulkeeper – $150/month
Step closer. Includes all the above plus two guided visits per month, a welcome kit, and early invitations to special gatherings. You begin a relationship with your horse.
Circle Patron – $297/month
Walk with them. Full care sponsor. Weekly visits (by appointment), a private personalized session with your horse, your name honored on our Wall of Gratitude, and all the offerings above.
Interested?
This isn’t just support.
It’s remembrance.
It’s relationship.
It’s a way to give and to receive.
The herd is waiting.
Which soul will you walk beside?
Click here for more details:
Chinook - 1997-2022 -
The Spirit Who Walks With Us Still
Horse Spirit Name: The Silent Elder
Breed: Thoroughbred
Role in the Herd: Ancestor | Way-Shower | Keeper of Solitude
Chinook was my first horse was an ex-racehorse who made a significant impact on my life. I begin with him, although he transitioned in July 2022. It all began with him. His spirit remains deeply felt on this land and he comes to visit once in a while.
He was a thoroughbred I rescued from an auction farm, had been cast aside from the racing world for not meeting expectations. He was then retrained for classical riding.
While much of his past is a mystery, his behavior spoke volumes about the experiences of many racehorses.
He was solitaire, never mingled much with other herd mates. A usual sign, he was often left alone in his stall during his racing years
Chinook taught me and countless others the importance of embracing solitude. It’s not merely about being alone; it’s about finding joy in our own company.
He had a gentle presence, quietly supporting those who were ready to explore their inner selves. With his own hidden scars, he brought forth the wounds of those who connected with him.
An old soul, he reminded us to take life at a slower pace.
One of his most valuable lessons was: "Tackle the elephant one bite at a time."
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Duke -
The Gentle Giant of Leadership
Horse Spirit Name: The Grounded Sovereign
Breed: Clydesdale
Role in the Herd: Elder | Mentor | Guardian of Inner Strength
Duke has been with me since 2012. He is not just a horse—he is a presence, a teacher, and a reminder of who we truly are when we stop shrinking.
With his towering Clydesdale frame and soft, unwavering gaze, Duke walks into your space and silently says:
“Stand taller. Take up space. Remember your strength.”
He is the mirror for those who doubt themselves, the quiet mentor for those who feel small in a loud world. His energy is not intimidating—it’s inviting. He stands with clarity, compassion, and conviction, reminding us that true leadership comes from within.
Among the herd, Duke is the anchor. Horses look to him. People feel safe around him. And in every session, he has a way of drawing out a person’s hidden courage, calling them into their full potential—even if they’ve never believed in it before.
🌿 Sponsor Duke’s Medicine
By sponsoring Duke, you’re not just supporting hay, vet visits, or hoof care.
You’re becoming a part of his circle of healing—helping him continue this sacred work with the community, both near and far.
Would you like to walk beside a horse who reminds others how to stand in their light? Duke is ready to welcome you.
Miss Daisy - The Heart of Gentle Healing
Horse Spirit Name: The Tender Guardian
Breed: Quarter Horse
Role in the Herd: Nurturer | Companion | Sacred Witness | Energetic Healer
Miss Daisy, with her soft eyes and shimmering coat, brings an undeniable warmth to our equine-guided sessions. Yet, she walks this world unaware of her own beauty—a humble spirit whose healing presence shines brighter than she knows.
Once quiet, once lower in the herd hierarchy, Daisy’s energy transformed after the passing of our lead mare, Cleo. In that space of grief and transition, she rose not in dominance, but in devotion. She stepped forward as a caregiver—not to lead with force, but to hold with love.
Daisy’s gift is her instinctive presence. She listens not only with her ears, but with her whole being. Clients often find themselves seen in her gaze—not judged, not rushed, but received.
She is also a Reiki Master in her own right. Though she’s never been taught by human hands, her energetic touch is ancient and wise. Daisy often appears beside those who need deep healing, working with unseen forces to restore what’s been fragmented or forgotten.
She offers the kind of love that doesn’t need words.
The kind that wraps around you like sunlight on a cold day.
In session, Daisy brings a grounded calm, responding swiftly when emotions rise, and holding the space until safety returns. She is at once a mother, a sister, and a friend—fiercely nurturing, deeply intuitive, and always attuned to the emotional needs of those around her.
🌿 Sponsor Miss Daisy’s Sacred Service
By sponsoring Miss Daisy, you are helping her continue to offer profound, intuitive healing for those most in need—humans and herd alike. She is one of our most active therapy horses, and her presence is essential to the sanctuary.
Help Miss Daisy keep offering her healing light.
Sponsorships now open — message me or visit [website link] to walk beside her.
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Beau - The Warrior of Truth and Trust
Horse Spirit Name: The Shadow Walker
Breed: Thoroughbred (Ex-Racehorse)
Role in the Herd: Survivor | Mirror | Initiator of Inner Work
Beau’s journey began in darkness. When I brought Miss Daisy home, I learned that Beau—another ex-racehorse—was moments away from being sold for meat after enduring significant abuse. I couldn’t walk away. So they came together, two spirits searching for sanctuary, and found it here on this land.
It took over a year for Beau to allow me near. His soul was guarded, watchful. Every movement had to be earned through respect, consistency, and patience. But with time, trust grew. And now… Beau is blooming.
He remains a highly sensitive being, attuned to every energetic shift. His past left scars—emotional and spiritual—and he still navigates fear and defensiveness. He may sometimes express it through dominant or avoidant behavior, but that’s part of his truth.
Beau doesn’t perform for love. He requires authenticity.
“Show me your real self,” he says. “Only then can we walk together.”
He mirrors back the energy we carry. He challenges facades. His work is not soft—it is sacredly honest. In his presence, you can’t hide from your own shadows.
Yet in that fierce mirror lies his greatest gift: he teaches survival with soul. He reminds us we can endure trauma and still soften, still rise, still trust again.
He is the embodiment of:
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Resilience against the odds
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Adaptability in changing environments
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Courage in the face of fear
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Truth over comfort
🌿 Sponsor Beau’s Journey of Healing
Sponsoring Beau means supporting a soul in recovery—and helping him continue his sacred work as a living reminder that healing is not linear, and love can be rebuilt.
Support Beau in continuing to walk the path from trauma to trust—one step at a time.
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Sophie - The Flame of Spirit and Sensitivity
Horse Spirit Name: The Wild Whisperer
Breed: Hanoverian × Thoroughbred
Role in the Herd: Emotional Translator | Spark Bearer | Companion of the Heart
Sophie came into my life like a gust of wind—unexpected, swift, and unforgettable. One day, a friend called with a sudden change of plans… and just like that, Sophie arrived, galloping straight into the heart of the herd and reshaping my world.
Elegant and expressive, Sophie carries the noble grace of a Hanoverian and the spirited sensitivity of a Thoroughbred. Her path hasn’t been without sorrow—especially the profound grief of losing our cherished lead mare, Cleo. That loss left a mark on her spirit, yet Sophie still shines. A twinkle of mischief, a flicker of light in her eyes—her spark remains.
While often described as “moody,” her moods are more like emotional textures—clear, honest, and deeply attuned. She is a horse of presence, of instinct, of subtle expression. Every shift in her posture, every flick of her ear is an invitation to lean in and wonder, not assume.
“Get curious,” Sophie whispers. “There’s magic in what isn’t said out loud.”
She draws people into reflection without pressure, inviting them to explore, feel, and listen—to both her and themselves. She’s not a guide who leads. She’s a companion who stands beside you as you discover.
🌿Sponsor Sophie's Journey of Heart & Wonder
By sponsoring Sophie, you become part of her quiet mission: helping others reconnect to their inner world through curiosity, emotion, and honest presence.
Help Sophie continue to inspire quiet connection, deep feeling, and gentle transformation.
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Neptune — The Joyful Challenger of Growth
Horse Spirit Name: The Playful Mirror
Breed: Percheron × Quarter Horse
Role in the Herd: Inner Child | Inspirer of Boundaries | Seeker of Balance
Neptune was the first foal born on this land, the beloved son of Miss Daisy. From the very beginning, he’s been a radiant presence—big-hearted, bold, and blessed with a curious soul. With his sturdy build and soulful eyes, Neptune walks the line between tenderness and power.
He embodies the spirit of innocence, seeing the world with wonder and joy. He invites us to play, explore, and learn without judgment—reminding us that we can make mistakes and still move forward with curiosity and grace.
“Life is a game of trying,” he seems to say. “Be kind to yourself in the process.”
But Neptune is no pushover. His energy is bright, but also anchoring. He doesn’t push boundaries—he inspires them. In his presence, people realize they want to get clear, they want to be consistent, they want to speak from their center. He encourages others to decide who they are, and to show up that way.
He teaches:
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The strength of clear boundaries with consistency
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How to claim space without domination
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How to balance giving with self-honoring
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The joy of persistence and self-discovery
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Neptune doesn’t demand clarity—he draws it out of you, naturally. He shows that strength doesn’t have to be forceful. It can be playful, present, and powerful all at once.
By sponsoring Neptune, you’re helping a remarkable soul continue to bring empowerment, light, and growth into the lives of those seeking healing and alignment.
Support Neptune as he continues to guide others in discovering strength, clarity, and joyful self-expression.
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🌿 Sponsor Neptune’s Journey of Joy & Empowerment
Rascal — The Spirit of Freedom and Sincerity
Horse Spirit Name: The White Ember
Breed: Thoroughbred
Role in the Herd: Heart Opener | Truth Teller | Keeper of Joy
Rascal, with his striking white coat and soulful eyes, carries a gentle but potent medicine. He walks quietly among the herd—but his energy speaks volumes. His gift is one of heart sensitivity, calling others to connect with sincerity, integrity, and honor.
But make no mistake—Rascal doesn’t offer these qualities freely. He teaches that trust must be earned. You cannot force connection with him. You must come authentic, patient, and present.
Rascal is curious, independent, and free-spirited. He often chooses his own path, wandering off from the group to explore, reflect, or simply be. To some, this might look like stubbornness—but it is, in truth, a sacred lesson. Rascal shows us how to respect personal freedom, and in doing so, he reveals how tightly we may cling to control or expectation.
“Let go,” he whispers. “Trust the process. Be real with yourself.”
There is also pure joy in Rascal. His playful antics lighten the energy, bringing laughter and spontaneity into the healing field. He reminds us that even in sacred work, there must be room for delight.
Loyal to those who meet him in truth, Rascal becomes a trusted companion—one whose presence is both soothing and awakening.
He teaches:
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Emotional integrity and the value of earned trust
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The necessity of honoring personal space and timing
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The joy of being fully yourself, even when misunderstood
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How sincerity opens the heart to deeper connection
Sponsoring Rascal is a way to support his sacred work in helping others reconnect with sincerity, lightness, and emotional truth. His presence is subtle but essential—a quiet guide for those ready to deepen their self-understanding.
Support Rascal as he continues to guide others in learning how to show up with heart, truth, and joy.
🌿 Sponsor Rascal’s Journey of Joy and Integrity
Jasper — The Soul of Second Chances
Horse Spirit Name: The Still Light
Breed: Thoroughbred
Role in the Herd: Wisdom Keeper | Silent Witness | Symbol of Hope | Embodiment of Compassion
Jasper wasn’t just rescued—he called himself home.
When I first saw him, skin and bones among four other starving horses, something passed between us. He looked at me with quiet certainty and said,
“Save us.”
The owner had planned to send them to slaughter in two days. I asked for time. He gave me two weeks. Within one, I had found homes for them all.
Jasper chose to stay with me.
Today, he is healthy and radiant, his spirit steady and grounded. But it is his presence that moves people most.
Jasper doesn’t try to comfort—he is comfort. He doesn’t offer compassion—he embodies it.
He is the living definition of what it means to hold space: unshaken, open, and deeply attuned.
“You don’t have to explain,” he seems to say.
“Just be. I’ve got you.”
Jasper’s eyes carry the wisdom of lifetimes. He teaches not through movement, but through stillness. In sessions, he becomes a sacred anchor for those unraveling, grieving, or simply returning to themselves.
He reminds us that presence is enough, and that healing can be quiet and slow and soft.
When you sponsor Jasper, you’re supporting a soul anchor—a horse who gently guides others back to wholeness with no judgment, only presence.
Jasper is what compassion looks like in form. Support his path as he continues to hold space for healing, stillness, and truth.
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🌿 Sponsor Jasper’s Sanctuary of Calm and Compassion
Silver — The Quiet Witness of What Is True
Horse Spirit Name: The Shadow Sentinel
Breed: Standardbred (Ex-Racehorse)
Role in the Herd: Watcher | Truth Holder | Protector of Emotional Space
Silver is a horse who moves with the silence of mountains—steadfast, dignified, and often out of reach. He is an independent spirit, one who prefers the comfort and clarity of the herd over the unpredictable energy of humans. But that doesn’t mean he’s not present. In fact, when he chooses to be with you… you feel it in your bones.
An ex-racehorse with a history of neglect, Silver came from a past that didn’t nurture his true nature. But in his new home, he was finally given something rare: freedom without expectation. His previous caretakers allowed him to explore who he truly is, to discover the meaning of abundance, safety, and peace.
Even now, Silver doesn't give his trust easily. Connection must be earned, not asked for. And when it is, it’s unshakable.
“I won’t come to you because you want me to,” he says.
“I’ll come when your presence feels honest.”
His medicine is mystery—and in that mystery, he offers sanctuary. Silver is not here to fix you or impress you. He’s here to witness, to hold sacred space when the world falls apart, and to stay grounded when everything feels like it might slip away.
He teaches:
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The value of quiet presence
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The strength of holding space without fixing
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How to honor solitude without withdrawing
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How to allow others to feel without needing to flee
The other night, he did just that—stood with me in my sorrow, never flinching, never leaving. His presence held integrity, not as performance, but as a pure, unspoken gift.
By sponsoring Silver, you help care for a soul who reminds us that healing doesn’t always look like action—it often looks like being. His subtle energy provides deep support to those unraveling quietly.
Support Silver as he continues to hold sacred space with presence, patience, and quiet strength.
🌿 Sponsor Silver’s Sacred Stillness
Snowy —
Horse Spirit Name: The White Bridge
Breed: Standardbred (Ex-Racehorse)
Role in the Herd: Relational Healer | Companion Spirit | Negotiator of Energetic Harmony
The Silent Diplomat of Connection and Sovereignty
Snowy, a Standardbred ex-racehorse, holds a quiet strength that speaks louder than words. He ranks respectfully high within the herd—not through dominance, but through gentle diplomacy and grace. He’s become a calm anchor for clients, especially those learning to feel safe in relationship again.
Snowy first arrived alongside Silver, bonded from a shared past. Their connection was deep, a tether formed through mutual survival. But as the herd grew and evolved, so did Snowy. He stepped into a new role, and everything shifted.
When Gypsy came into our lives, Snowy was introduced to her first—not as a partner, but as a protector. What followed was a profound bond, formed in respect, clarity, and gentleness.
Today, their connection serves as relational medicine—a living example of what healthy, sovereign connection looks like.
Their story reminds us: “You can belong deeply to someone and still belong fully to yourself.”
Snowy is a master of emotional negotiation—he reads the field and adjusts with wisdom. He supports others in finding where compromise lives without losing integrity, and how to remain steady without becoming rigid.
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The power of stillness and presence in relationship
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How to build trust without urgency
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The balance of connection with individuality
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How to soften into union without dissolving into it
In every session, Snowy offers a gentle mirror, helping others feel emotionally held without pressure or expectation.
By sponsoring Snowy, you’re supporting a soul who helps humans remember how to love without losing themselves. His calming presence and subtle wisdom make him a pillar of healing in our herd.
Help Snowy continue to reflect the sacred balance between partnership and selfhood.
🌿 Sponsor Snowy’s Relational Medicine
Gypsy —
Horse Spirit Name: The Painted Heart
Breed: Paint
Role in the Herd: Nurturer | Youth Companion | Sacred Vessel of Still Presence
Gypsy is the newest member of the BWH herd—but her presence feels timeless. She holds a very special place in my heart, as Paints were my first love, and she is the living embodiment of a dream I carried for years—a dream of a “pretty horse” who would bring more than beauty… but medicine.
At just six years old, Gypsy was diagnosed with Kissing Spine, a condition that could have easily marked the end of her purpose in most circles. But her previous owner, knowing she had more to offer than riding ever could contain, searched for a sanctuary—and found it here.
Gypsy did not come to be ridden. She came to be witnessed, and to heal.
She had foaled a few times, but her soul carried another calling. Here, she stepped into her true purpose—not as a broodmare, not as a riding horse, but as a gentle guide for the tender-hearted.
Her sensitivity is her strength. Gypsy forms deep, soulful connections with those around her—especially with younger clients, who are instinctively drawn to her nurturing, accepting presence. She offers solace, safety, and silent understanding, asking nothing in return but presence.
“You don’t have to do anything,” her energy whispers. “Just be. That is enough.”
Gypsy’s greatest gift is making others feel like they belong, exactly as they are. She embodies:
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The power of gentleness
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Emotional softness without fragility
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The ability to hold healing space without pressure
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The quiet joy of simply being alive and being seen
She brings grace, stillness, and a reminder that our worth is never defined by what we can do, but by what we can be.
By sponsoring Gypsy, you’re honoring the journey of a horse who stepped beyond diagnosis, beyond expectation, and into sacred service. Your support helps her continue bringing peace, especially to those who feel overwhelmed, unheard, or unsure of themselves.
Support Gypsy as she continues to show the world that true beauty lives in stillness, presence, and unconditional love.
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The Dream Made Flesh, the Healer in Stillness
🌿 Sponsor Gypsy’s Path of Purpose
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