Autumn Flush brings on Toxic Grass
It’s wonderful to have finally had some rain and with a tank full of water it feels like the drought has broken. The weather…
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How magnesium can help your equine cope with spring grass.
In the spring when the grass is growing faster due to an increase in rain, sunshine and sometimes fertiliser, it produces excess potassium. Potassium…
Why Do I need to Know About Grass?
Grass is one of those things we take for granted if we have it, and wish we had it if we don’t, especially in…
Insurance Issues for Bitless Bridles or No Helmet.
Insurance or lack of it is a big issue at the moment for many horse riding activities so if you’re lucky enough to be…
Separation Anxiety
Separation Problem “I have a problem that I would like your advice on – you may remember that I talked to you a couple…
Herd Interaction is vital for your horse’s mental health
Sadly, many horses miss out on herd interaction when they’re kept in a space alone. This can negatively affect their mental health and in…
An idea for padding pony hooves
With founder in ponies being a real problem at this time of year, especially now we’ve had so much rain and spring growth, there…
The truth about laminitis
by Annemaree Woodward © When one of my donkeys, Sergeant Pepper, succumbed to laminitis in the spring of 2006, I was shocked. Although I’ve…
Using homeopathy to help acute laminitis – Pippin’s story by Kaya.
I went away for a few days to visit a friend, so had to ‘leave’ my ponies in the paddock 24/7. Normally they are…
Your Horse is what it Eats
by Cynthia Cooper Horses evolved to eat small amounts of grasses, herbs and minerals almost constantly throughout the day. They covered many miles to…
Laminitis Recovery
Amazing Founder Rehabilitation through hoof trimming and wholistic care. Most vets and horse owners consider a severe case of laminitis to be a death…
All Equines Are Prone To Laminitis
There are only two kinds of horses…. those that have laminitis and those that could someday get it! So what is laminitis and how…
Make Your Own Safe Hoof Stand
This safe and easy to make hoof stand was put together from items you can find at most recycling shops or even from around…
Hoof Abscess – when being ‘kind’ is cruel
While reading the book ‘Perfect Partners’ by Kelly Marks (an excellent book by the way) I was struck by a very true statement she…
A CURE FOR SEEDY TOE
Seedy toe seems to be one of the most common afflictions to a horse’s hooves and can best be described as a fungal infection…