Longevity and your performance horse
Top 8 ways to help your performance horse enjoy a long and active life. Most of us amateur riders can only afford one performance horse at…
Category: Horse Health
It’s Play Time: Toys for Horses
Did you know that toys can help promote herd play, assist with proper digestion and eating behaviors, and bring fun to your training? Toys and treats…
Celery Seed: A Must-Have Ayurvedic Herb
If you or your horse are struggling with the challenges of the colder months this year, consider reaching for celery seed. Winter is upon us, and…
Winter lung health
For most horses, winter means more time confined to the stall or indoor arena. Unfortunately, protection from the weather can come at the expense of…
EFT for Horses
The Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) can help you and your horse release your old stories and resolve physical and behavioral challenges. The first time I…
Solutions for Scratches and Rain Rot
When it comes to nasty conditions like scratches and rain rot, prevention is better than the cure! Scratches and rain rot are no fun for…
Holistic veterinary advice
Q: What is the best way to draw out a hoof abscess? I am receiving conflicting advice from the professionals who work on my horse.…
Hoof Bruises
Hoof bruises can look alarming, but may not be a reason to worry. The equine hoof is a marvelous piece of anatomy. It is made to…
Learning Lateral Work
How to learn lateral work without tying yourself in knots. Lateral work is a great tool for developing straightness and symmetry. But the process of…
Heat and Cold Therapy
Heat and cold therapy are the“go-tos” for soft tissue injuries. Find out which you should use, and when. There’s nothing new about heat and cold therapy.…
Equine Headshaking Syndrome
Equine Headshaking Syndrome can be extremely painful and debilitating. Here are some things you should know, and how to help your horse. All horses shake…
Arthritis: Holistic Approach – Part 2
Integrative options for preventing and treating arthritis. We’ve all heard the saying, “It is often easier to beg for forgiveness than ask for permission.” While…
