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…
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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…
Probiotics 101
Keep your horse’s GI tract in balance with probiotics. You’ve probably heard of probiotics, but what are they really? How do they work, and most…
Let There Be Infrared Light
Near or far, infrared can bring wonderful benefits to your horse! We hear a lot about infrared treatments, but keeping the options straight can be…
The horses of The Gentle Barn
How a little girl’s dream to help animals developed into one of the largest rescue organizations for farm animals known as The Gentle Barn. Young…
Healthy holiday treats for horses
These tasty holiday treats will be a big hit around the barn, and the best part is they’re good for your horse! Don’t stress over…
The benefits of Arnica
Arnica is a common, readily available treatment that few people realize is homeopathically prepared. Arnica is easy to find in ointment form for application to…
Building confidence naturally with pheromones
Help your horse face his fears and build confidence with pheromones. Horses are highly sensitive to their environment and surroundings. Because of this, fear is…
Preventing colic
Help stop colic before it starts by implementing these management and feeding practices. The thought of colic can strike fear into the heart of even…
Tips for long lining your horse
Long lining has many benefits, including increased communication, trust, confidence and training. Here’s a few tips to help you get started with this practice. Long-lining…
Protein — the misunderstood nutrient
Many people equate protein with energy, but it has many other important functions as well. Horses require five main classes of nutrients to survive. These…
Recognizing & Reporting Equine Abuse and Neglect
If you suspect abuse or neglect, it is important to take proper steps to report it. We’ve all been there, though no one ever wants…
