Introducing Equi-Spirit Horse Training Balls, Toys & Tools™

As seen in Equus magazine, The Equestrian Times, Equine Journal, Trail Rider, The Organic Equine and Natural Horse Magazine

Let Your Horse Play---The Natural Way

Hours of Fun with Extremely Durable, Safe, and Affordable Toys

and Horse Training Balls for Equines of all Sizes

Retailers--Interested in carrying our unique Equi-Spirit Toys & Tools™?

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Pluto shows off with his Equi-Spirit Ball

“We believe very strongly in the importance of play in a horse’s emotional and physical well being,” says Equi-Spirit™ creator, Lisa Ross-Williams and Kenny Williams. “But our horses were literally going through various balls in a matter of a few minutes. Our horse Riley seemed on mission to pop whatever inflated toy he could, either by biting them or laying on them,” says Lisa. “We became committed to finding a horse play ball that could hold up, but there were none on the market that could offer any durability.  So we located a raw material supplier, and created Equi-spirit. We found other people were having the same durability issues, so it was a hit!”

Extremely durable, made with a heavy duty inner bladder which is then covered by a cover, the Equi-Spirit™ ball is big, beautiful, weather resistant and provides your equine partner play all day.  It’s been proven that horses do not get bored with the Equi-Spirit horse training balls, toys and tools™ as they sometimes do with other toys.  Available in a variety of sizes from 25" for little and timid horses, all the way up to 40 " for the BIG horses.  The balls can be used for free-play which encourages exercise and stimulates the horse’s minds as well as their bodies. 

The balls and tools can also be used for mounted games including equine soccer™, a growing equine trend. Equi-Spirit toys are also currently used by a number of clinicians at their demonstrations and events.  David Lichman, a 5-Star Parelli instructor, uses his Equi-spirit ball for this purpose.  The complete line of Equi-spirit toys and tools, including the extra durable balls can also be used by teachers and trainers, individual horse owners and care-givers to keep horses exercised and amused.

Equi-Spirit Equine Soccer™ Ball

40" Equi-Spirit™

Smiley Face Ball

Omar the Camel LOVES his Equi-Spirit Soccer Ball

Kids LOVE the Equi-Spirit Balls

Kids on Critters, P & M Arena, Arizona

	NEW Equi-Spirit Equine Soccer™ Ball.  Great for free-play, horse training or mounted games such as "equine soccer".  Featuring a durable PVC bladder and 100% double knit polyester cover, plug, instructions and a 90 day warranty against manufacturer's defects. Made in the USA! Red & white or Red & Black 40" $118.00    25"  $66.00           NEW Equi-Spirit™ Smiley Face Ball.  Great for free-play. horse training or mounted games such as "equine soccer".  Featuring a durable PVC bladder and 100% double knit polyester cover, plug, instructions and a 90 day warranty against manufacturer's defects. Made in the USA!  40"  $121     25"  $68.00
	Rainbow Rigid Plastic Cones. 15 inch high play cones which are sturdy, colorful, versatile and tough enough to last. Set of six includes one of each rainbow color; red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. Great for free play or mounted games. $42
	Equi-Spirit™ Rainbow Tetherball. Durable weather-resistant rubber construction for which includes 8’ rope. Can be tied and hung from above for exciting play or rope removed and used as a ground play ball. $29
	Equi-Spirit™ Catch Ball. A safe, soft, durable, air-filled rubber ball with colored spikes that’s easy to grab and throw, 12” diameter. $25
	Equi-Spirit 12 foot diameter Parachute.  12’ Rainbow Training Parachute. Constructed of durable nylon, reinforced at stress points and complete with nylon handles. Great for desensitization as well as ground and mounted games. $55

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Enjoy our Equi-Spirit Photo Gallery

Bob from Montana LOVES his Equi-Spirit Toys

Arabian Stallion-Don and Yvonne Reed, Colorado

Berry Cool-owned by Susan Larkin

Jester and Robin, Netherlands

Paul de Ruigh

AZ Equine Rescue

Equine Soccer?  Horse 'n Around has Never Been So Much Fun!

Kathie Steinberger, Michigan

Mounted Police Patrol Training

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Dogs LOVE the Equi-Spirit Ball™ too!

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The Organic Equine Magazine in New Zealand and Australia asks about

Equi-Spirit Toys & Tools™

How did Equi-Spirit Toys™ come about being designed?

“We believe very strongly in the importance of play in a horse’s emotional and physical well being,” Says Equi-Spirit™ creator, Lisa Ross-Williams. “But our horses were literally going through various balls in a matter of a few minutes. Our horse Riley seemed on mission to pop whatever inflated toy he could, either by biting them or laying on them,” says Lisa. “We became committed to finding a horse play ball that could hold up, but there were none on the market that could offer any durability.  So we located a raw material supplier, and created Equi-spirit™. We found other people were having the same durability issues, so it was a hit!”

What makes the Equi-Spirit™ toys so durable?  What types of “abuse” can these toys take before they would break?

They are extremely durable because they are made with a heavy duty inner bladder which is then covered by either a nylon or poly-fabric cover.  These balls are the only horse balls on the market which can hold up to the rigors of free-play.  Horses can pick them up without damaging the bladder and can even withstand those funny horses who enjoy laying on them; even our 2500 pound Percheron, Elvis.

The greatest danger is sharp objects such as pointed branches, large thorns and of course, barbed wire.  The great benefit is if they do receive a minor puncture, the bladder can be repaired using a standard vinyl repair kit.

Why is playing so vital to horses?

Horses are very perceptive and curious creatures. Standing around all day and night becomes very boring and unsettling. Having nothing to do to occupy his mind, the horse turns to "vices" to relieve his boredom and eventually these behaviors become a habit.  Horses love to play, a good session of playing will raise their spirits and allow their physical bodies to stretch and get stronger. When a horse moves, the blood from the lower legs is pumped back through the body to the heart by the hooves, tendons and muscles. In order to have strong, healthy feet and legs, motion and play is needed. The movement also stretches and strengthens the muscles and joints in the entire body. Furthermore, this activity also promotes healthy gut activity, helping to cut down on chances of impaction colic.

What does playing with the Equi-Spirit toys™ teach my horse?

The balls can be used for free-play which encourages exercise and stimulates the horse’s minds as well as their bodies.  Free-play allows the horse to naturally learn to use his body without the interference of the human.  They learn self-collection, suppleness, flying and simple leads changes, concentration and focus.  This then prepares them for disciplines such as dressage, barrel racing, cow working, etc.

Can I play with my horse too?

The toys can be used for ground games, teaching both horse and human focus and timing. They can also be used for mounted games including equine soccer, a growing trend.   Mounted exercises can promote horse and rider working together by putting principle to purpose. Equi-Spirit toys™ are also currently used by a number of clinicians at their demonstrations and events.  David Lichman, a 5-Star Parelli instructor, uses his Equi-spirit ball for this purpose.  The complete line of Equi-spirit toys and tools™, including the extra durable balls can also be used by teachers and trainers, individual horse owners and care-givers.  They are great horse training balls.

What types of products does Equi-Spirit™ offer?

Our most popular items include the balls which are available in a variety of sizes from 24" for little and timid horses, all the way up to 72" for the BIG horses. 

• Equi-Spirit™ Rainbow ball features a heavy-duty nylon covering a vinyl inner bladder. 24” size and 36” size are in stock while 48”, 60” and 72” can be special ordered.

• Equi-Spirit™ specialty  balls feature fun designs and colors such as a red & white or red & black soccer ball in 25” and 40”; multi-color beach ball in 40”, and the newest bright yellow smiley face ball in 40” and 25” sizes.

• The Rainbow Rigid Plastic Cones are 18-inch high play cones, which are sturdy, colorful, versatile and tough enough to last.  Set of six includes one of each rainbow color; red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple.

• Equi-Spirit™ Rainbow Tetherball. Durable weather-resistant rubber construction which includes 8’ rope. Can be tied and hung from above for exciting play or rope removed and used as a ground play ball.

• Equi-Spirit™ Catch Ball. A safe, soft, durable, air-filled rubber ball with colored spikes that’s easy to grab and throw, 12” diameter.

   Where can I get the Equi-Spirit™ products from?

We offer an easy to use on-line store or can take orders over the phone.   First, be sure to visit our Equi-Spirit Toys & Tools™ page at www.naturalhorsetalk.com and click on the “horse toys” button on the left or direct to http://www.naturalhorsetalk.com/horsetoys.html to see our gallery of horses playing with their toys and short videos.  To access the store, click on the “store” button on the top.  For any questions, please email Lisa@naturalhorsetalk.com

Lisa is a veteran in the holistic horse care arena. In addition to creating Equi-Spirit toys and tools™, Lisa has launched www.naturalhorsetalk.com, a unique holistic horse care website and hosts “If Your Horse Could Talk” webcast, and is a  Pro-On-Call for www.allabouthorses.com.

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