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The Legacy Equine Way

certified Legacy Equine Advisors

Changing horse lives worldwide every day.

Certified Legacy Equine Advisors are trained, independent professionals who have passed multiple proficiency tests. Legacy Advisors below have all completed a rigorous, comprehensive PhD-taught education program and have the tools & network to serve you and your horse.

Education, geography and expertise varies by individual. Find out more by clicking their profiles below.

How to select


Level I, II or III

=Experience and expertise are strengthened as individuals move up in level and pass upper level proficiency tests. A level II and III rating indicates multiple years of advanced study in equine nutrition.

Geography

Advisors are located worldwide and many work remotely. Start with someone who is in your continent as they are likely to have  greatest familiarity with brands available to you.

Background

All Advisors have a unique equine background and may be more specific to your preferences and discipline. Their bios provide greater insight.

Level 3

  • A woman standing outside holding the bridle of a gray horse, with a wooden fence and green trees in the background.

    USA – South carolina

    Amber Massey, MA, PAS

    I didn’t start studying equine nutrition because I was searching for a career path. My journey began because I wanted answers for my own horse—for his muscles, his joints, his performance, and his future.

  • A young woman sitting on hay bales outdoors next to a brown horse with a white star marking on its forehead. She is smiling, wearing a black patterned sweater, blue jeans, and brown boots, holding a white box with a horse illustration and text.

    USA – colorado

    Connie Flores

    Connie decided she wanted to help other horse owners spend more time with their horses than worrying about them and joined the Legacy Equine Nutrition Advisor program in 2024, successfully completing ENA I, II, and ENA III, Critical Research Review. 

  • A woman with long blonde hair in a yellow sweater stands outdoors at sunset with a dark brown horse, feeding it from a black bucket while holding a lead rope.

    USA – Minnesota

    Julie Christie, MS

    Julie loves helping all horse owners with their equine nutrition questions. She has extensive experience with dressage horses and growing horses. She can also help farm owners develop a feeding plan for the whole barn.

  • A man wearing a cowboy hat and a red long-sleeve shirt is sitting on a brown horse with a black mane and blue halter, outdoors with trees in the background.

    USA – California

    Will Friday

    My primary work with horses as a Masterson Method Certified Practitioner, i encounter nutrition related concerns with horses.  I did not want to be another bodyworker who told clients "your horse needs a hoof supplement"…

  • A woman poses with a black and white horse against a background of green leaves and trees.

    USA – Virginia

    Susan (Sue) Fanelli

    Susan (Sue) Fanelli has spent more than 55 years working with, training, and caring for horses. She is the founder of EQ-Knowledge, LLC, where she provides independent equine nutrition consulting and education to horse owners, farms…

  • A woman with long red hair smiling next to a white horse outdoors at sunset.

    USA – virginia

    Michaela Wenger BS, PAS

    Michaela is the founder of Indigo Equine Nutrition and a Certified Legacy Equine Nutrition Advisor dedicated to helping horse owners make informed, evidence-based feeding decisions for their horses.

Level 2

  • Young woman smiling and interacting with a chestnut horse with a white blaze on its face, standing in a wooden enclosure outdoors, with blurred green trees in the background.

    USA – New York

    Ofelia del Principe

    Hi! I am a full-time, Independent Equine Nutrition Consultant and believe strongly in the power of nutrition as the foundation of a collaborative approach to long-term equine health and well-being. I hold two certifications…

  • A young brown foal standing between two trees with a large tree trunk in front of it, in a grassy outdoor area with a fence and trees in the background.

    USA – TEXAS

    Donna Robinson

    With over 35 years of hands-on experience in the equine industry, I have worked in dressage, hunter/jumper, team roping, breeding, farm management, ranch operations, and veterinary care.

  • Female welder wearing safety glasses and helmet welding metal, sparks visible.

    USA – Mississippi

    Kai Yun Lai

    Besides being an ENA, I am also an equine dental provider. My master’s focused on how dentistry impact forage digestion. I have experiences with broodmares, emaciated horses, and English sport horse nutrition.

Level 1

  • A woman standing next to a wooden fence with three horses in a green outdoor setting, including trees and a shelter.

    USA – South carolina

    Rachel Kepes Ferriter, MS

    I am a licensed mental health professional, horse and farm owner, dressage and trail rider, and an enthusiastic lifelong learner. I am constantly seeking education and growth around both human and horse mental and physical well being…

  • A woman dressed in western attire riding a white horse in an outdoor, natural setting with trees and a riding obstacle.

    USA – California

    Lindsey Close, PAS

    Lindsey Close, PAS, is a Registered Professional Animal Scientist specializing in Equine and the founder of Close Equine Nutrition Consulting. With a deep specialization in feed milling and the formulation and application…

  • A woman riding a black horse with a white blaze on its face in an outdoor setting with autumn trees and people in the background.

    USA – New York

    Gracie Kuhner

    Gracie has spent over 20 years teaching the local horse community through lectures, hands-on demonstrations, clinics, horsemanship, and everyone’s favorite – dissections! She loves giving back to the local youth…

  • A smiling woman dressed in equestrian attire, including a helmet, jacket, and white riding pants, standing next to a brown horse with a ribbon on its bridle in a riding arena.

    USA – California

    Nicole Vita, PhD

    I’m a pharmaceutical scientist and equine nutrition consultant specializing in metabolic conditions, off-the-track Thoroughbreds, and performance horses. I bring my scientific background to build forage-first individualized nutrition plans while identifying the individual needs…

  • A woman riding a horse at a rodeo arena wearing a helmet and floral shirt, jumping over a barrel with feed depot branding, with a focus on her determined expression and the horse's movement.

    USA – California

    Karlee Easterly

    I’m Karlee Easterly, a Certified Equine Nutrition Advisor, horse owner, and barrel racer. My passion is helping horse owners make informed nutrition decisions through science based, practical feeding programs tailored to the individual horse.

  • A woman taking a selfie with a horse inside a stable. The woman is smiling, wearing a red jacket and a black cap, and the horse is wearing a halter.

    USA – Texas

    Nicole Makings, LVT

    An LVT with over 20 years of experience in both companion animal and equine practices. Nicole has extensive clinical training in physiology, disease processes, and whole horse assessment. She now pairs that foundation with advanced equine nutrition…

  • A woman in riding attire, holding a clipboard and smiling, petting a brown horse inside a stable.

    USA – Tennessee

    Shiloh Hoffman

    I'm an equestrian, dog lover, wife and equine nutrition nerd. In addition to being a certified ENA, I have a Bachelors Degree in Equine Science, a Masters Degree and worked with an equine vet for 3 years.

  • A woman in a cowboy hat standing in a grassy field with four horses, with a wooded area in the background.

    USA – North Carolina

    Ethelyn Churchwell

    I'm Ethelyn, the owner of BossMare Equine. My expertise is in western performance horses and breeding programs. I don't just study this side of the industry, I live it. I run my own breeding program and do my own…

  • A woman with glasses and long dark hair standing next to a dark brown horse with a white stripe on its face in a park with trees and yellow leaves.

    USA – Maryland

    Natalie Cowdrick, BSc

    What started as curiosity has grown into my personal mission to support horse owners. After growing up competing in the hunter/jumpers, eventing, and dressage, my path gradually shifted toward the management side of the equine world.

  • A woman with long dark hair wearing a brown hat, colorful scarf, and brown jacket standing outdoors on a winter day, holding the reins of two horses, one black with a white blaze and one black and white, with a rural landscape and trees in the background.

    USA – Wisconsin

    Michelle Travisano

    My love for horses never left me. I begged for a horse when I was six years old, but received a pony… A Shetland I quickly named Mr. Ed. He was the devil incarnate, as most ponies are. He taught me a lot. He taught me how to duck under low branches, avoid barbed wire…

  • A happy young woman walking on a lush green field, holding a purple lead rope attached to a brown and white horse, with a background of trees.

    USA – Idaho

    Tashina Bennett

    In addition to being a Legacy Equine Nutrition advisor, Tashina holds a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture (Animal Science) from Kansas State University. She brings over a decade of experience in animal health and nutrition.

  • A woman smiling standing outdoors on a gravel path with two brown horses on either side of her.

    USA – Minnesota

    Niki Brixius

    My love for horses began long before I knew anything about nutrition. From the time I was a little girl taking riding lessons, I was fascinated by everything about them—their personalities, athleticism, and the unique bond…

  • A woman wearing glasses, a gray winter coat with a furry-lined hood, and a yellow knit hat with a pom-pom is hugging a brown horse with a white blaze on its face. Snow and trees are visible in the background.

    USA – Rhode Island

    Darlene Evans

    I founded Fairwinds Equine Nutrition to help horse owners navigate the often-confining "fog" of the feed industry. For many owners and barn managers, the feed room has become a place of guesswork. With endless…

  • A woman with long gray hair, glasses, and a big smile, sitting on a beige chair against a plain light-colored background. She is wearing a white sweater and has a gold bracelet on her wrist.

    USA - Minnesota

    Cathy Jo Niewind

    Horses have been the center of my life for more than 40 years. As both a lifelong horse owner and most recently becoming a certified equine nutrition advisor, I have had the opportunity to work with horses from many…

  • A woman with blonde hair and blue eyes taking a close-up selfie with a brown horse, both appearing calm and friendly outdoors on a grassy field.

    USA – washington

    Maegan Blessing

    Based in Washington State, I am a Certified Independent Equine Nutrition Specialist as well as a Licensed and Nationally Board Certified Equine Massage Therapist. My professional journey is deeply rooted in a passion…

  • A woman with dark hair, sunglasses, and a blue jacket smiling next to a chestnut horse with a blue halter, outside on a farm on a sunny day.

    Baltimore, Maryland

    Gillian Lopez

    I offer both virtual and in person nutrition + diet consultations and body score evaluations - on site at your farm, virtually, or at my office location. I specialize in seniors horses, although I work with horses in all stages of life…

  • A woman with red hair wearing a purple jacket standing in a horse stable, holding the halter of a chestnut horse with a white blaze on its face, while another horse is visible in the background.

    USA – Kentucky

    Chloe Ras

    Chloe has been an avid horsewoman for her entire life, and now works for an equine surgical hospital. Chloe enjoys a creative approach to nutrition, whether that be picky eaters, struggling seniors, or those easy keepers who can never seem to keep a muzzle on.

  • A smiling woman in a black cowboy hat and floral western shirt standing with a brown horse, outdoors with trees and a fence in the background.

    USA – Missouri

    Sarah Chauvin

    Sarah has a passion for equine nutrition and wellness stemming from her own horses' specific needs. As a barn manager and riding lesson instructor for multiple disciplines, she takes a well-rounded approach…

  • A woman in riding gear is leaning on a brown horse in an outdoor riding arena with trees and a blue sky in the background.

    USA – Vermont

    Sammi Bishop, MS

    I am a veterinary technician and equine nutrition consultant working out of the lovely green mountain state, Vermont. I received my bachelors in animals science…

  • A woman with blonde hair, glasses, and a patterned shirt standing beside a brown horse with a white stripe on its face, outdoors with green trees in the background.

    USA – New York

    Regina Drumm

    I value the synergy between body, mind and environment in both equine nutrition and training. My feeding philosophy is based on nutrient balancing and feed types, formulated around the science of energy…

  • A smiling woman with long blonde hair hugging a black horse inside a wooden stable.

    USA – Virginia

    Vanessa Fox

    Equine Nutrition Advisor based in Virginia. I started studying equine nutrition to be able to help horses reach their potential, and equine carer givers reach their goals.

  • A woman riding a brown horse in a wooded area during autumn.

    USA – Georgia

    Leigha Ray

    I'm an Equine Nutrition Advisor, and lifelong horse owner based in north Georgia. My passion for equine nutrition grew from helping my own horse, Hoot, through a difficult Cushing's disease diagnosis…

  • A non-binary person in a blue shirt hugging a brown horse with a white star on its forehead in a wooded area.

    USA – Ohio

    Heather Krysty

    I am in Northeast Ohio, and became an Equine Nutritional Advisor because of the problems my own horse was having! Reshape your horse with science-based nutrition! Diet and bodywork literally saved my mares life...

  • A woman standing outside a barn holding a purple lead rope attached to a donkey, smiling and looking at the donkey in a rural setting.

    USA – Maryland

    Kathryn Kopanke

    Kathryn is an Equine Nutrition Advisor dedicated to helping equines thrive in Southern Maryland and beyond. She works with horses, mules, and donkeys…

  • A woman standing next to a black horse outdoors, holding its lead. The woman is smiling and has shoulder-length dark hair, wearing a patterned dress. The horse has a halter with blue and gold details, and the background features green foliage.

    USA – Louisiana

    Kelly Burge

    My journey into equine nutrition began when a rescue horse came into my life and changed it forever. Wanting to give that horse the healthiest, happiest life possible, I immersed myself in learning the foundations of equine…

  • A brown horse with a black mane grazing on green grass in a paddock with a wooden fence and trees in the background.

    USA – Texas

    Elisabeth Crabtree, MSc

    A lifelong equestrian, I am passionate about equine health and nutrition and have taught a range of classes to horse owners. As a Certified Independent Equine Nutrition Advisor, I offer a personalised approach…

  • A woman with long curly hair kissing a brown horse on the nose outdoors.

    USA – Georgia

    Katie Martin

     My passion for equine nutrition stems from a lifetime of growing up and competing in the hunters. I attended college and got my B.S. in Animal Science and a Masters in Equine Exercise Physiology. I have worked in the past…

  • A woman with red hair kneeling beside a brown horse outdoors in a grassy area, smiling and gently holding the horse's muzzle.

    USA – Georgia

    Amelia Fletcher

    Hi, I'm Amelia! I've been passionate about horses for as long as I can remember. After years of riding and caring for horses, I've developed a strong interest in equine nutrition and how proper feeding supports overall health…

  • A woman hugging a brown horse wearing a colorful autumn leaf garland around its neck, outdoors with fall foliage in the background.

    USA – New York

    Melissa Heckart

    Melissa holds a Master's degree in Animal Nutrition from Purdue University. She has worked with clients from her previous location in the Capital District of New York and her new homebase in New Mexico. Her primary interests are…

Connie's direction reduced my stress significantly - especially when I had to send my horse out of state to PT and she provided products that I could easily drop-ship to facility.

I am so glad that what he's eating isn't something I have to worry about at all. I couldn't be happier with her simple, clear instructions, links to products and nutritional analysis, and her science-based explanations & provided citations that even a layman can understand.

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