Our Chief Equine Officer Prodney was insistent that he started a blog to share his astute observations about Park Lane life as well as fascinating stories from his past.
For balance (he can be a bit opinionated) you’ll find other articles here too, including horsey tips and guest posts.
Prodney’s Blog: We know what you’re thinking
By Prodney
How do you humans manage with just five senses?
Actually, I know the answer to that one. It’s a long time since you humans had to worry about being eaten by predators.
What exactly is equine healing? Find out from student and friend of Park Lane Stables Emma Denny
Emma Denny is a student of Healing Animals Organisation, and a friend of Park Lane Stables and its horses. In her blog post she explains what equine healing is, how it works – and how she first became convinced and excited by it.
Prodney’s Blog: Ice-lollies aren’t just for humans
By Prodney
While you humans are fanning yourselves in the heat and drinking iced drinks, spare a thought for us. We struggle in the heat too, and just like you, some of us more than others.
Why does a horse’s lip tremble?
Sometimes you might see a horse standing quietly, with his lower lip slack and trembling. What does it mean? When we see this in a human we know that person is trying not to cry.
Prodney’s Blog: Last week I received a letter from California
By Prodney
Marcel is Park Lane’s very own ‘horse-whisperer’, often uncannily accurate at reading what’s in my mind, even when I’m in a complex cognitive mood…
Prodney’s Blog: I think Marcel may be a horse
By Prodney
I’ve heard volunteer Marcel talk about ‘intelligent horsemanship’ and ‘horse listening’, and I have to admit that me and the team really like his style.
From the Royal Academy to Park Lane Stables, meet volunteer extraordinaire Joy
If you remember the painting Goodnight Kiss, created during our fundraising campaign, then you’ve already ‘met’ Joy.
Prodney’s Blog: My latest masterclass – perfecting the afternoon nap
By Prodney
This month is my 42nd birthday. Sadly I don’t remember the precise date, so I’m claiming all of May for special treatment and extra snacks.
I am a Park Lane rider
By Natalie O’Rourke
This fabulous poster is the work of 5½ year old Luka, who caught the horsey bug early.
Prodney’s Blog: Marcus has retired, and it falls to me to show him the ropes
By Prodney
While I’ve been in Petersham I’ve noticed that Marcus is starting to show signs of age. Luckily for all of us, we have an excellent pension plan and there’s no danger of any of us going into an old foals home