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DR.KEELY TAYLOR

Doctor of  Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
Fellow of the American Board of Animal Acupuncture
Equestrian & Animal Lover

Dr. Keely is a dedicated Equine Wellness Practitioner with over 16 years of experience helping horses move and perform at their best. A Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine and a Nationally Board Certified Animal Acupuncturist, Keely blends her extensive education, research, and hands-on experience to provide high-quality, results-driven care for every horse she works with.

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As a lifelong equestrian, Keely’s connection to horses began early. Growing up immersed in Pony Club and 3-day eventing, she quickly learned the importance of treating horses as the athletes they are. Her passion for understanding equine biomechanics and addressing their unique physical needs led her to pursue bodywork techniques like myofascial release and acupuncture, specializing in pain management and performance enhancement.

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Keely’s professional journey began at age 20 when she became a Nationally Certified Therapeutic Bodyworker (NCBTMB). Since then, she has dedicated herself to mastering the art of equine care, accumulating over 8,000 hours of education alongside thousands of hours of hands-on practice. Her treatments are tailored to each horse, addressing issues like stiffness, pain, and restricted mobility, while also optimizing performance and overall well-being.

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Inspired by a lifelong dream of becoming an equine acupuncturist, Keely earned her Doctorate in Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine in 2023 and immediately advanced her training in animal acupuncture. Under the guidance of renowned experts like Dr. Gene Bruno, she gained specialized expertise in equine acupuncture, becoming a Fellow of the American Board of Animal Acupuncture in 2024.

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KEELY'S APPROACH

Keely is dedicated to helping achieve peak performance by working in cooperation with your team of vets, farriers, saddle fitters, and coaches. While her focus is acupuncture and the myofascial system, she tries to get a comprehensive picture of the horse through observation and consultation with you as the owner/rider

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In a session, Keely will often watch and evaluate your horse on the ground and, at times, under saddle. By the end of the session, Keely will recommend homework like stretches and exercises to continue your horse’s improvement.

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EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES

EDUCATION​

Lexington Healing Arts Academy​

Therapeutic Massage Program, Lexington KY​, 2007​​

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Savannah Zen Center

Reiki I/II/Master/Teacher Training, Savannah, GA, 2015 - 2016​

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Pacific College of Health & Science

Doctorate of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine, San Diego, CA, 2023​

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Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine & Acupuncture

Animal Acupuncture Certification, Phoenix, AZ, 2024

RELEVANT CONTINUING EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES

Pony Club, H-A, 1998-2004

​National Certification of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, 2007

 Medical Massage & Trigger Point Therapy, 2010

Advanced Trigger Point Therapy, 2010

Advanced Aromatherapy, 2011

Myofascial Release, 2012

Qi Gong & Food Healing, 2014 and 2016

Muscle Energy Technique,  2016

Equine Sports Massage, 2017

 Advanced Cupping Techniques, 2019

Treating Neuromuscular Facial Conditions,  2022

Animal Acupuncture, 2024

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CA LAc #- 19538 ​                   NCBTMB #- 545123-07

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