Finding it a little harder these days to swing in and out of the saddle or notice being stiffer than usual in the mornings? As we age doesn’t it seem like joint and muscle pain only gets worse? Sore joints and muscles often are the result of inflammation that can be caused by the damage … Continue Reading »
May 2014 – Mid Month Update Holistic Horsekeeping How to have a healthy happy horse =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* In This Issue: Horse Temperament: Homeopathy for the Fire Horse =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* Horse Temperament: Homeopathy for the Fire Horse Once you have determined the correct horse temperament you may ask, “What good does this do me?” Well for one thing … Continue Reading »
Ever since I was introduced to chia seeds benefits many years ago as a feed for horses, I am completely sold on them as a whole food source that gives me consistent results. I have used flax seeds and oil, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, black sesame seeds, rice bran, coconut oil and soy oil, but … Continue Reading »
May 2014 Holistic Horse Health: Could Your Horse Have Kidney Problems? Holistic Horsekeeping How to have a healthy happy horse. Volume 19, Number 5 =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* In This Issue: Holistic Horse Health: Could Your Horse Have Kidney Problems? =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* Holistic Horse Health: Could Your Horse Have Kidney Problems? This is a very in depth article but … Continue Reading »
Hope everyone had a wonderful Easter. After attending a beautiful sunrise service Alicia and I decided to go see the movie, Noah. It was a good movie. We knew it did not follow the original bible story but the movie did bring up some good questions for me and it moved me to go back … Continue Reading »
Madalyn Ward, DVM shares her answers to specific holistic horse health care questions from clients. Q – “When do you recommend Chia, BOSS and/or Rice bran as part of the feeding protocol? Is it by type or symptoms or just good nutrition?” A – “I recommend the chia for horses that don’t need weight gain … Continue Reading »
Daily energy is something we all want, but at one time or another we all have times when we experience the afternoon slump or days we just can’t seem to get moving. Luckily there are natural solutions that can help us stay on top of our game and have the daily energy we need to … Continue Reading »
April 2014 Holistic Horse Health – Arthritis in Young Horses Holistic Horsekeeping How to have a healthy happy horse. Volume 19, Number 4 =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* In This Issue: Holistic Horse Health – Arthritis in Young Horses =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* Holistic Horse Health – Arthritis in Young Horses It is not unexpected to have an older horse with stiff … Continue Reading »
If your horse is currently not experiencing any symptoms of laminitis, making sure he is healthy and ready for warmer weather and greener pastures can prepare him for the coming season. If your horse has laminitis symptoms already, then there are precautions you can take. 1. Check Weight and Insulin Levels – Overweight horses and … Continue Reading »
March 2014 – Mid Month Update Holistic Horsekeeping How to have a healthy happy horse =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* In This Issue: Horse Temperament: Trailer Loading Tips =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* Horse Temperament: Trailer Loading Tips I have been loading horses for years and noticed there does not seem to be any loading method that works best for every horse. It … Continue Reading »
Just kidding, I’m sure your horse loves you just the way you are and doesn’t mind carrying those few extra pounds you’ve been trying to lose. But you know that extra weight puts stress on your heart and other body organs and just isn’t healthy for you in lots of ways. If you’ve been trying … Continue Reading »
March 2014 Holistic Horse Health: Is Your Horse Ready for Spring? Holistic Horsekeeping How to have a healthy happy horse. Volume 19, Number 3 =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* In This Issue: Holistic Horse Health: Is Your Horse Ready for Spring? =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* Holistic Horse Health: Is Your Horse Ready for Spring? Yesterday it was 36 degrees, windy and raining … Continue Reading »
What is inflammation? It is one of your body’s defense mechanisms, which is a good thing…usually. Sometimes however the body gets confused and becomes inflamed at the wrong times or responds to the wrong stimulus and then inflammation becomes a bad thing. When your body senses an infection or a chronic condition that it considers … Continue Reading »
February 2014 – Mid Month Update Holistic Horsekeeping How to have a healthy happy horse =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* In This Issue: Horse Temperament: Is Your Jue Yin Horse Taking Over? =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* Horse Temperament: Is your Jue Yin horse taking over? Basic horsemanship principles teach that the horse is a herd animal and therefore needs to know who … Continue Reading »
We all do better at our jobs, relationships, and daily life when we feel good and energetic, so when looking for how to increase energy you can certainly turn to good mood foods. Eating good mood foods can affect the chemicals in your brain and affect your metabolism which boosts your mood and increases your … Continue Reading »
February 2014 Holistic Horse Health: Is Your Horse’s Gut a Community or a Slum? Holistic Horsekeeping How to have a healthy happy horse. Volume 19, Number 2 =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* In This Issue: Holistic Horse Health: Is Your Horse’s Gut a Community or a Slum? =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* Holistic Horse Health: Is Your Horse’s Gut a Community or a … Continue Reading »
Are you looking for how to slim down? Well, did you know that one of your healthy food options for how to slim down is with chocolate? Yes, really, I said chocolate! There are actually studies showing that eating chocolate can help in weight loss. Now when we’re talking about chocolate for how to slim … Continue Reading »
January 2014 – Mid Month Update Holistic Horsekeeping How To Have a Happy Healthy Horse =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* In This Issue: Horse Temperament: Back Soreness in the Water Horse =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* Horse Temperament: Back Soreness in the Water Horse Does your horse seem really tight in his back. especially when the weather is cold? If so, you could … Continue Reading »
Flu season is upon us again and the best way to avoid getting sick with the flu is to strengthen your immune system. If you already eat healthy, take probiotics, get enough sleep and exercise, then chances are your immune system is in pretty good shape. The trick now is to keep it strong especially … Continue Reading »
January 2014 Celebrate the Year of the Horse with Holistic Horsekeeping Holistic Horsekeeping How to have a healthy happy horse. Volume 19, Number 1 =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* In This Issue: Celebrate the Year of the Horse with Holistic Horsekeeping =*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=* Celebrate the Year of the Horse with Holistic Horsekeeping Happy New Year to all! 2014 in the … Continue Reading »