Equine Management Consultant
Helping Guest Ranches & Horse Owners Maintain Sound & Healthy Horses
Thank you for checking out my website! My name is Jacqui Avis and first-class horse care is my passion.
I have been a professional in the equine industry for 32 years and have had the good fortune of traveling extensively through my love of horses. I studied equine management in college in England with an emphasis on training and breeding thoroughbred racehorses. From starting racehorses for the late Queen of England, to working as an equine veterinarian technician at multiple world renowned equine practices, to starting my own successful horse rescue…. I have seen and LEARNED a lot!
Through the rescue, Drifter’s Hearts of Hope, my team and I have taken in over 740 horses - most of them being able to be rehabbed into amazing, adoptable horses. Through a proper nutrition program, vet care, hoof care, dental care and with focus also on the horses’ mental well-being, miracles were accomplished. In 2017, I founded The Annie Project, a program that offers dude ranches a much-needed option for retiring horses. This is a wonderful and rewarding program and I have absolutely loved working with so many dude/guest ranches.
I would love to share the knowledge I have acquired over the years with you! Whether you are a private horse owner, dude/guest ranch, or any type of equine facility, I can help.
New horse owners are often learning as they go, and we all have to start somewhere. From choosing the right feed and supplements to identifying and knowing how to handle an emergency situation, and everything in between, I can help you with all of it! Education is the key to success and there is a lot to learn when it comes to our four legged friends!
Dude and Guest Ranches often operate seasonally and may struggle to hire herd managers with a lot of equine experience from time to time. Horses are your investment and are the backbone of a successful guest ranch. With improved management, some ranches may find that they can keep their aging horses in their string another season or two. I have seen this firsthand through The Annie Project. I would be honored to lend a hand! I am happy to travel to your ranch or consult over the phone, my services can be molded to fit your needs. Think of me as your virtual/personal barn manager.
I look forward to working with you
“Jacqui’s extensive knowledge of herd health and welfare, diet and nutrition, and lameness is unparalleled.”
— Ami Cullen, Director of Equestrian Operations at C Lazy U Ranch | Granby CO
How Can I Help
Dude & Guest Ranch:
Equine Consulting
Equine Consulting for dude and guest ranches focuses on the overall health of your herd through expert advice on nutrition, injury care and prevention, seasonal planning and staff training.
Horse Owner:
Equine Consulting
Equine Consulting for new and seasoned horse owners provides tailored expert advice on nutrition, health signs, first aid, care practices and more to ensure your horse's well-being and happiness.
Let’s Get Started
Schedule a free consult so we can talk about how I can best support you, your horses and your staff.