Fear the fungi – preventing IAD in your horse
Newly-released three-year study cites steaming hay as a critical step to preventing Inflammatory Airway Disease (IAD), a stealth equine ailment that affects nearly 90% of…
Category: Horses
Protecting your horse from toxins
Understand what toxins are, and what natural remedies you can use to protect your horse from their harmful effects. When the organs of elimination become…
Practices for posture – back exercises for riders
Back pain seems fairly common in riders, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Understanding the factors that contribute to back pain, and learning…
Herd dynamics – the social lives of horses
Herd dynamics are fascinating to observe. Read about herd hierarchy and how you can find your own place within your equine family. We are lucky…
Herbal liniments and poultices for your horse’s back
Topical liniments and poultices have been part of the horse world for centuries, and are routinely used on the legs. But they can also make…
Riding in perfect harmony – the biomechanics between horse and rider
How can horses support their own weight, let alone ours? Discover the important role that biomechanics play in the rider/horse relationship. For millennia, horses have…
The facts on flax – the value of flaxseed in your horse’s diet
Flaxseed is healthy for humans, but did you know it offers the same benefits to your horse? Flax is a versatile plant that humans have…
How to develop a following seat
Most riders dream about riding in perfect balance, rhythm and harmony with their horses. Use these exercises to become mindful of your body’s movements, to…
Equine gastric ulcers
What do we really know about equine gastric ulcers? For horse caretakers and their veterinarians, gastric ulcers are all too familiar, yet not very well…
Finding a voice
This is the story of Anna, a little girl with selective mutism who found strength and support within the herd. As a family wellness practitioner,…
7 ways to rescue a horse – even if you can’t adopt
Too many horses live in dire straits. You may not be in a position to adopt, but you can still help rescue a horse from…
The Icelandic – the “Horse of the Gods”
The Icelandic is an important part of Iceland’s history and culture. Learn about the origins of the Icelandic and the special qualities preserved in this…
