Osteopathy for horses
Osteopathy is a tried and tested therapy that treats not only lameness in horses, but also behavioral issues and various diseases. Osteopathy has been around…
Author: The AW Academy Team
AW ACADEMY is a natural extension of our 25 years of experience publishing Animal Wellness, Equine Wellness and Innovative Veterinary Care Journal. We believe that everyone has a responsibility to care for animals to the best of their ability utilizing the most natural and minimally invasive means possible. We feel strongly that it’s better to promote a preventative healthy lifestyle for our pets instead of taking a wait-and-see approach. We also fiercely advocate for the quality of animals’ lives, supporting animal rescues and welfare organizations both financially and through our editorial.
Treating your horse’s wounds — holistically
Recognizing and dealing with your horse’s wounds in a holistic way helps ensure successful recovery. Knowing a bit about wounds and wound healing is important…
Supplements for you and your horse
The topic of supplements has become quite complex. Knowing the basic nutritional elements your horse requires can improve his health and well-being. Nutrition isn’t an…
Holistic Stallion Breeding
In the wild, horses “do it” without any help from humans. But it’s a different story for domesticated equines. Over the years, we’ve interfered with…
Hoof Abscess Prevention & Treatment
Chances are, you’ve had to deal with at least one hoof abscess. At times, the symptoms are dramatic – the horse may be lame and…
Boarding: Maximizing your Situation
If you’re into natural horsekeeping, getting all your needs met in a boarding situation can require quite a bit of planning and forethought, not to…
The Value of a Good Barefoot Trim
What constitutes a correct barefoot trim? This is the most frequently asked question I hear from clients. This question is like a lightning rod for…
How Your Balance Effects Your Horse’s
Most riders spare no expense in caring for their horses, often neglecting themselves in the process. But did you know your own balance and structural…
Traveling Equine Dentistry
At a youthful 55, Cliff Hanna is not a boisterous, good-ol’-boy, slap-on-the-back kinda guy. He is a quiet, watchful man and it suits his profession…
Gait and Foot Patterns
If you’ve ever watched any high level equestrian competition, you’ve probably noticed how harmonious the horse and rider teams appear. You’ve probably also seen how…
TMJ and Equine Balance
Over the last ten years, the horse market has been flooded with medications for gastric ulcers, neurologic diseases, inflammatory conditions and all kinds of other…
How To Help Your Underweight Horse
We hear so much these days about overweight horses and their health problems, that those of us with an underweight horse feel almost fortunate! But don’t…
