Equisetum arvense is distributed throughout temperate and arctic areas of the northern hemisphere, growing typically in moist soils. Where can horsetail be found? Horsetail occurs in woods, fields, meadows and swamps, and moist soils alongside streams, rivers, and lakes, and in disturbed areas. It usually occurs on moist sites but Read more…
Cedarwood Oil And Horses When it comes to cedarwood oil specifically, some species of cedar—like Western red cedar and white cedar for example—are naturally toxic and irritating, and should never be used in topical horse products. Full a full list of plants toxic to horses, click here. Can horses be Read more…
According to some researchers, milk thistle (Silybum marianum) confers health benefits to horses, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. What does milk thistle do for a horse? Milk thistle for horses, the powdered seed is rich in antioxidants and can be used to promote a healthy equine liver. Milk thistle will Read more…
Feeding the horse with liver disease Avoid feeds containing high levels of crude protein e.g. alfalfa, soyabean meal, clover. What are 3 nutritional considerations when managing a horse with liver failure? Normally, a horse with liver disease will need to be fed frequently in relatively small amounts. The recommended diet Read more…
Stiff or rigid limbs can result from a variety of injuries or illnesses such as foot soreness, muscle soreness, abdominal pain (colic), chest pain, or many other other neurologic or muscular diseases. This condition becomes more evident when a horse moves forward. How do you help a horse with a Read more…
Fractures and subluxations (dislocation) of a lumbar vertebra can unfortunately result in neurological abnormalities to the extent that the horse may be paralysed. What happens if the lumbar nerve is damaged? Damage to nerve fibers A chest (thoracic) or lower back (lumbar) injury can affect your torso, legs, bowel and Read more…
I have always found that the best way to train a mane to lie flat on one side is to braid it and leave those braids in for a few days, or up to a week if possible. This is best done after the mane has been shortened and thinned Read more…
Overbite and underbite problems are most often congenital, meaning that they are structural problems that are present from birth. Curvatures are usually the result of retained baby teeth on either the upper or lower corner incisors or abnormal chewing due to an issue with the molars. What causes an underbite Read more…
Using a shampoo rich in keratin may help keep the hair healthy and encourage new hair growth. The horse shampoo also has hydrolyzed collagen, which is broken down for better absorption by the hair. Anecdotal evidence suggests that collagen may boost hair nourishment and also help promote hair growth. What Read more…
Foals that tail chew might do so for a few reasons, including boredom, curiosity, new teeth coming in, or perhaps a diet or mineral imbalance. For the possible diet imbalance, it’s important to check with your Veterinarian or Equine Nutritionist to make sure your growing foal has all of his Read more…