A Space to Release. A Moment to Be.
A Path to Healing …
Mindful, holistic support for dogs and horses — creating space to listen, nourish, restore, and reconnect, naturally and at their own pace.
Support Your Animal’s Health, Performance & Happiness—Naturally.
Maybe you're noticing that your dog or horse is carrying tension, seems anxious or unsettled, is recovering from injury or exertion, struggling with mobility, experiencing digestive, nutritional or other health challenges, or showing changes in behavior or mood.
Or perhaps they're simply seeming “not quite themselves.”
“I can't really explain it. Something just feels different.”
Sometimes, you simply know.
At Barefoot Mama, we believe those observations matter. Rather than asking your animal to fit a particular treatment or approach, we take the time to listen to the whole animal — their body, behavior, energy, emotions, and responses.
Our approach is gentle, mindful, nurturing, and holistic. We make a soft ask, create space for your animal to respond, and listen closely to what they are telling us. From there, we can support them naturally through mindful touch, presence, nutrition and herbs, energy work, and connection.
We listen. We respond. We adjust. We allow the animal to guide the pace.
Because sometimes the first step toward feeling better is simply having the space to be heard.
How We Support Your Animal
Every animal is different, and every situation is unique. Sometimes one form of support is exactly what's needed; sometimes a combination feels right. Our approach is gentle and mindful, yet the shifts that unfold can be profound.
We offer a range of holistic services so you can choose the support that best fits you and your animal.
Different paths. One philosophy.
Mindful Bodywork
Support for Performance, Recovery and Relief
Gentle responsive bodywork that works with your animal's body to help release tension, support mobility, comfort, recovery, and ease.
Reiki Energy Healing
Calm, Balance and Emotional Support
Healing energy support for relaxation, emotional balance, recovery, and overall wellbeing — offered in person or virtually.
PEMF Therapy
Circulation, Recovery and Physical Support
Non-invasive therapeutic support designed to encourage circulation, recovery, mobility, and overall physical wellbeing.
Holistic Nutrition & Herbs
Healing Nourishment From The Inside Out
Personalized nutritional support to help you understand what your animal is eating, what their body may need, and how food and herbs can support their wellbeing.
Trust Technique®
Build Calm, Trust and Connection
Mindful, peaceful interaction that helps animals learn to settle, release tension, build trust, and feel more comfortable in the present moment.
Animal Communication
Insight, Understanding & Deeper Connection
A way to listen beyond behavior and gain insight into your animal's thoughts, feelings, experiences, and needs.
When Your Dog Needs a Little More Support …
PAWsitive Transformation™
A Personalized Holistic Wellness Journey for Your Dog
Sometimes your dog needs more than a single session or one change at a time.
PAWsitive Transformation™ is a six-week, personalized journey designed to help you create a healthier, more natural lifestyle for your dog — with guidance, support, and a plan tailored to your dog's unique needs and your family's life.
Together, we'll look at the bigger picture — nutrition, herbs, daily care, lifestyle, environment, and the choices that can support your dog's long-term wellbeing. You'll have personalized guidance and ongoing support as you make changes, notice how your dog responds, and build a foundation that can last well beyond our six weeks together.
Because when you feel supported your dog feels supported too.
Natural Treats & Herbal Support
Wholesome Treats, Organic Herbs & Superfoods
Clean, nourishing treats and thoughtfully selected organic herbs to complement your animal's natural wellness and care.
Real Stories. Real Transformations. Real Connections. Naturally.
Every animal is different. Every journey is their own. Here are a few words from the people who have experienced this work with their animals.
“I could see the shift almost immediately. My horse softened in a way I’ve never seen before—his whole body relaxed, and he just stood there, breathing. After the session, his movement was lighter, freer... like something had truly been released.”
— Lori D., Loxahatchee, Florida
“After incorporating the dietary changes suggested by her my dog’s acid reflux is gone. He hasn’t had a single attack in almost two months! He also seems to have less pain and feels overall healthier and happier.”
— Lina, Finland.
“There is such a grounded, calming presence in these sessions. You can feel the care, the intention, and the respect for the animal. It’s not just a service—it’s an experience.”
— Amie S., Westlake, Florida
“Veronica helped our puppy with his separation anxiety. She taught us to be present, understand and respect our puppy’s feelings, and react accordingly. By lowering our thinking levels, we were able to transmit that calm to our dog…”
— Clara S., Brickell, Florida
Read more stories from the animals we've had the privilege to support.
Meet Veronica
A Life Guided by Animals, Healing & Connection
Animals have been at the center of my life for as long as I can remember. My journey into holistic animal wellness began with a desire to help my own animals heal naturally. My two beloved dogs, Maika and Sebastian, became some of my greatest teachers, leading me to explore nutrition, herbs, Reiki, mindful interaction, and animal communication.
Horses have always held a special place in my heart. For more than 20 years, I dreamed of helping horses feel more comfortable, trusting, and at ease. Today, I have the privilege of living that dream every day — working with horses while bringing together everything the animals have taught me along the way.
Each path has added another way to listen, understand, and support the animal in front of me. Together, they have become the heart of Barefoot Mama.
I believe animals deserve to feel safe, heard, respected, and supported. My role is not to force a change, but to make a gentle ask, listen to the response, and create the space where healing and connection can unfold naturally.
I am deeply grateful to the animals who have led me here. Every animal I encounter is a teacher, and every lesson becomes another way I can help the animals who come next.
Helping Animals Beyond Our Own
Because every animal deserves a chance to feel safe, cared for, and loved.
When you choose Barefoot Mama, you're helping more than your own animal.
A part of the journey we share together reaches beyond the animals we have the privilege of working with directly. 11% of all Barefoot Mama proceeds are donated to animal rescue organizations and sanctuaries, helping provide care, support, and second chances to animals in need.
Our giving has reached animals and organizations in the United States, Venezuela, Costa Rica, Africa, and other parts of the world.
Every session, every purchase, and every journey with Barefoot Mama helps extend that circle of care a little further.
When You Care … You Help Others Care.
Sunflower Honey is our Rehabilitated Mare with One Precious Eye
Not sure where to begin? That's okay.
You don't have to figure it out alone. Schedule a complimentary 15-minute call and let's talk about your animal, what you've been noticing, and what might feel like the right place to start.