For herbal horses, the scent of rosemary is useful for repelling flies. Essential oil from rosemary leaves is often used in horse shampoos and skin products to cleanse the skin and hair and repel insects. A homemade fly repellant for Read more…
Research has shown that arthritic horses supplemented with omega-3 fatty acids had reduced levels of inflammation, exhibited less pain, and had longer stride length. Incorporate a complete joint supplement into your horse’s diet. What can I give a horse with Read more…
Curcumin, derived from the turmeric plant, is a spice that recently become popular to feed to horses as a dietary supplement. It has purported anti-inflammatory benefits and is used in horses with laminitis, arthritis, metabolic syndrome and other health conditions. Read more…
Never feed a horse tomatoes or any type of peppers. Exercise extreme caution with rhubarb and avocado — the plants, in particular. Both of these vegetable plants are extremely toxic to horses. The avocado skin and pit, or seed, is Read more…
Healing, Increased Growth Speed, and Increased Temper of All Horse Foods Food Healing Value How Much Growth Progresses Wheat 2 HP (1 Heart) 20 Seconds Apple 3 HP (1 and a half Hearts) 60 Seconds Golden Carrot 4 HP (2 Read more…
These vegetables are absolutely NOT safe for your horse to eat: avocados, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, onions, regular potatoes, tomatoes, and peppers. Is black pepper good for horses? Black pepper, contains the active compound piperine, and as well as enhancing the Read more…
Peppermint tea can help with digestion and to prevent some forms of gas and possibly gas colic in horses. If I suspect gas colic in one of my horses, I place a couple drops of peppermint oil on his gums Read more…
One tablespoon of honey (21 grams) contains 17 grams of sugar. Therefore, the main reason behind feeding honey to horses is that it’s a readily available energy source. Honey’s sweetness might also entice picky eaters to consume their rations. How Read more…
According to Equine Wellness Magazine, peppermint helps horses’ digestive system as it contains a bitter quality that helps stimulate appetite. This is why it can help horses who are suffering from bouts of diarrhoea or loose droppings. How much peppermint Read more…
“Peppermint-flavored treats made especially for horses and peppermint candy won’t likely cause any problems, especially if they’re given sparingly, such as once a day,” said Whitehouse. Do horses like the smell of peppermint? You’ve probably seen your fair share of Read more…