Gastric Ulcers
Q. What complementary medicine/modality do you recommend for gastric ulcers? A. There are many possible treatments for gastric ulcers, however, it is important to try…
Category: Horse Health
Clay can detox your horse
Clay has been used for centuries to make pottery and bricks. But did you know that for just as many centuries, we’ve been using other…
The First Rule of Feeding
We love our horses and want only what’s best for them. If you own a horse, you are ultimately responsible for his well-being, which includes…
Slow Feed Nets
Slow feeding is quickly being accepted as a commonsense way to feed horses, as it comes closer to how nature intended. This healthier system regulates…
Kissing Spines
Does your horse have a sore back? A condition commonly called kissing spines may be at the root of the issue. It’s an impingement of…
Peppermint – Good tasting and good for your horse!
All the mints, including peppermint, are among the oldest herbs used for medicinal purposes. Peppermint was cultivated by the Egyptians and is mentioned in Icelandic…
Veterinary Advice: Dr. Cathy Alinovi
Dr. Cathy Alinovi – veterinarian, animal lover, and nationally celebrated author – knew she wanted to be a veterinary doctor since she was nine years…
What do electrolytes do?
A host of essential body functions depend not only on the presence of electrolytes, but also the maintenance of precise concentrations of different levels of…
Herd Dynamics
Have you ever experienced that feeling of fear when your horse appears to lose it? She whinnies for the other horses and becomes uncontrollable. This is…
Tea for your horse
Looking for a way to warm your horse from the inside out? Offer him some herbal tea! There’s nothing like a warming cup of herbal…
Light Therapy
Several years ago, we were at a conference where an Australian vet was waving around a little red light and claiming it could take horses…
Research Review: Horses Offered Purina® Hydration Hay™ Blocks Demonstrated Improved Markers of Hydration Status During Transport
The stress of transportation, especially during hot, humid weather conditions, can negatively impact horses’ health. Decreased water intake, heat stress, increased respiratory complications and other health…
