Author Archives: Madalyn Ward, DVM

About Madalyn Ward, DVM

This blog provides information based on my unique take on horse health and well being. The articles are based on experience of treating and working with horses for over 40 years. In most cases the articles are focused on an holistic approach to health and management. When conventional medicine offers good research or therapy, I share this information as well. Madalyn Ward, DVM

Who is a match for you?

I spent much of the day yesterday calling some new leads for network marketing and following up on some past ones. I will admit this is not my favorite part of this business but it is getting easier for me to do. I have learned from talking to hundreds of leads that there are some … Continue Reading »

Internet MLM: Do Desperate Times Really Call for Desperate Measures?

Guest post by Stephanie When I look at my email inbox, it’s so filled with internet MLM garbage that sometimes I just feel like flushing the whole thing down the virtual toilet. How many times can anyone read subject lines like these without going nuts? “No Sweat Internet MLM Recruiting” “Secrets of Massive Online MLM … Continue Reading »

Equine Affaire in Ohio huge success

I had a great time at Equine Affaire in Columbus, Ohio. I went to present on the Five Element typing and had a good crowd at both sessions. I spent all day Friday talking with excited horse owners and sold all the Horse Harmony books I had brought. It seems there is real interest out … Continue Reading »

How Are Adult Diapers Like MLM?

How Are Adult Diapers Like MLM? Guest post, Stephanie I recently snapped a picture of the adult diaper aisle from a local store in my town. I took this picture because, as I stood there and watched several women dart in and grab diapers with some hesitation, I realized that there was a link between … Continue Reading »

On Blue Green Algae and Horses

Blue-green algae plays a very important part in my holistic healing practice for horses. The blue-green algae I have been using for the last two decades comes from Klamath Lake in Oregon. It is  distributed through network marketing. It is very high in chlorophyll, beta-carotene, vitamin B-12, amino acids, vitamins and minerals. I trust this … Continue Reading »

Which Vaccinations Should You Give Your Horse?

I can’t say this strongly enough: It is critical that the status of your horse’s immune system and the risk of his exposure to diseases be carefully evaluated before any vaccines are given! To decide how to tailor your vaccination program to your horse’s needs, ask yourself the questions below: How old is your horse? … Continue Reading »

Preventing Laminitis in Each of the Five Element Personality Types

Spring has sprung so inevitably it’s time to talk about laminitis and founder! Spring grasses can cause many horses to tip over into founder. Because every horse is different it can sometimes be difficult to apply general information about holistic care to your horse. To make it a little easier for you, I’m going to … Continue Reading »

Supporting a confined horse

Most horses are happiest living in a pasture and most minor injuries will heal just as well with the horse turned out. Occasionally, however, serious horse injuries require stall confinement. Prolonged stall confinement can lead to stomach ulcers or vices such as cribbing or weaving. Here are 11 ways you can keep your confined horse … Continue Reading »

Never bash another person’s company

  First of all it is just plain rude to put down another person’s business. I do not have a problem with making legitimate comparisons with your company and another but I got off the phone yesterday hopping mad after my company, product and founders were attacked by a distributor from Tahitian Noni. The sad … Continue Reading »

First foaling for Metal horse temperament mare

I saw a Metal horse temperament mare last week and it was interesting to see how she handled her first foaling experience. Ramona is a 16 year old retired Warmblood jumping horse. in preparation for her foaling her owner spent quite a bit of time handling her and making sure she is OK with lifting … Continue Reading »

New people in your network marketing business not working? Maybe they don’t know how to start.

One of the biggest challenges for anyone in network marketing is to get people to take those first steps. I have heard the analogy many times of how starting your network marketing business is like a plane taking off. It takes a lot of effort to get off the ground but once you are in … Continue Reading »