Use 2x4s for most cutting jobs When it gets too “kerfed up,” flip it over and use the opposite edge until it’s time to replace the whole thing. Drop a longer 2×4 into the channel to support bigger projects. Change Read more…
The metal mane pulling comb is a sturdy little comb with a shallow back. Designed to be used to wrap a few mane hairs around to then remove with a sharp tug, ideally after exercise when the horse is hot Read more…
Dorsal displacement of the Dorsal (DDSP) describes the condition where the soft palate displaces upwards to sit on top of the Dorsal (Figure 2). When this happens the soft palate ends up obstructing the opening to the trachea (larynx), and Read more…
Never spray a high-pressure hose at your horse rug – you will damage the small pores allowing water to enter immediately. Never wash your waterproof rugs in a hot wash – cold water hand wash only. Can I use a Read more…
Hand wash your horse blanket in cold water or use the delicate cycle on your washer. If you use the washing machine, you can protect it by tying the buckles together and covering them with an old sock. How do Read more…
Nettles is a fabulous spring tonic and will hasten the shedding of the winter coat to reveal the new lustrous coat underneath. Horses will happily eat nettles in the paddock. Can horses eat chopped nettles? Rich in vitamin C, iron, Read more…
Stinging Nettle Rich in vitamin C, iron, calcium, potassium and dietary fibre, stinging nettles are highly nutritious. Horses won’t eat them when they are growing so cut them, allow them to wilt and then chop them up so you can Read more…
As a rule of thumb, approximately 30-50 grams should be fed per day. The dried leaves can simply be added to the horse’s regular feed. Are nettles Good for horses to eat? Also known as Urtica dioica if we’re being Read more…
Nettle herb contains high levels of vitamins and minerals essential for a healthy skin and coat. Nettles are primarily diuretic and blood cleansing therefore often used for laminitis and arthritis to clear congestion. It is also excellent for horses competing Read more…
If the plant is wiped from the bottom up (wearing gloves!) most of the stinging hairs will break. Then, the nettles should be hung upside down in bundles to dry, ideally in an airy but shady spot. The riper the Read more…