Horse owners in the Thirsk region are increasingly looking for structured, horse-first solutions—whether for bringing animals back into work, schooling youngsters, or tackling behavioural challenges.
KT Equine Services, led by Katie, has built a reputation for just that: a calm, methodical process that helps horses settle and riders regain confidence, and the best news? KT Equine Services is now on Cavago.
"Clients come to me when they need support with their horses in the Thirsk area, whether that’s general yard help or exercising their horses." — Katie
Quick Facts
Base: Thirsk, North Yorkshire (mobile, yard‑based services)
Signature services: Breaking in • Bringing back into work • Schooling (short/long) • Hacking • Lunging/long‑lining • Holiday yard cover • Daily care
From pricing: £8–£45 (see services below)
Book instantly: Cavago web/app → [Book Here]
Overview
Katie is the face behind KT Equine Services. Horses have been part of her life since early lessons at Fir Tree Farm Equestrian, followed by professional training at the National Horseracing College. Hands‑on work in racing yards sharpened her feel for breaking in and producing young horses into confident, manageable rides.
Today, she brings that calm, systematic approach to a wide range of horses and ponies—especially youngsters, horses with tricky behaviours, and those returning to work after time off. Owners choose Katie for practical, horse‑first support that meets the horse where it is and builds from there, step by step.
Credentials & Background
- National Horseracing College — care, management, and riding of racehorses
- Racing‑yard experience — breaking in and producing young horses
Results That Matter (Case Snapshots)
- From unseating to rideable in six weeks: A tricky pony known for turfing riders off became a calm, responsive ride through structured groundwork and straightforward ridden schooling.
- Nervous youngster, new confidence: A sensitive horse with past bad experiences rebuilt trust and relaxation, then stepped forward into consistent work.
Services & Prices — Book on Cavago
Ridden & Training
- Breaking in — from £45
- Bringing back into work — from £40
- Short schooling session — from £33
- Long schooling session — from £45
- Hacking — from £33
- Lunging / long‑lining — from £22
Yard Care & Holiday Cover
- Day‑to‑day holiday cover — from £33
- Full muck out (incl. hay & water) — from £14
- Turnout / bring in — from £8
- Grooming — from £11
- Competition grooming — from £17
- Bathing — from £17
- Poo picking — from £11
Book on Cavago: [Book here]
Philosophy
"My north star with a sensitive horse is to be a calm, trustworthy presence guiding with patience, clarity, and softness so their sensitivity becomes a strength rather than a challenge" - Katie
Katie brings her services to Cavago
Katie says, "Booking through Cavago means I can focus fully on the horses instead of chasing payments or juggling messages after a busy day. It keeps things smooth and efficient for both owners and me."
How to book: choose a service [Book Here] → pick a time → add any notes for Katie. She’ll confirm, and you’re set.
Why riders and yards love Cavago
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One place for services, messages, and confirmations
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A clean profile you can share anywhere.
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Shareable link for owners and yard managers
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Be discoverable on a platform riders use to find help.
Client Testimonials
Highly Recommended. Katie knows horses, confident and capable, she is utterly reliable. I've groomed across the world, and Katie is the person I trust to look after my horses while I am away. They're always in good hands - Rosie McAuley
Katie does an excellent job, and coming from me, that’s quite a recommendation, as I have extremely high standards, as anyone who knows me will attest to - Nicola Johnson
FAQs
What should owners expect in session one?
This depends on the service. For ridden sessions, I’ll have already discussed the plan with the owner, making sure their goals are clear, whether that’s building fitness or working toward a specific aim. For yard work, I’ll confirm exactly what’s needed, along with timings and routines, since I understand how important consistency is for horses.
What should owners prep for the first visit?
Owners don’t need to worry, I’ll treat their horse with the same care, effort, and love as I do my own. What matters most is that they feel relaxed and confident knowing their horse is in safe hands.
