It seems like springtime often brings on horse injuries and the question of how best to treat them. Many topical products available for treating horse injuries contain irritating antiseptics and conventional vets can be quick to reach for anti inflammatory drugs and antibiotics. I prefer a more natural plan. Homeopathy for common horse injuries: Arnica … Continue Reading »
Moving from conventional horse care to holistic horse care is a process. It requires, first a shift in belief systems from medicine healing the horse to the horse healing himself. If a horse has been given drugs all of his life then his body is less able to mount a healing response on its own. … Continue Reading »
We are finally getting rain here in South Central Texas but not a moment too soon. I have noticed an increase in horse bursa injuries this year and I believe this has to do with how hard the ground has been. Bursas are pouches of fluid over joints and bony parts of the body. For … Continue Reading »
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 »
Five element horse temperament typing can help you if your horse gets a painful injury because different types will respond differently and you need to be able to anticipate these reactions. It is important to consider your horse’s temperament when you examine and treat the injury to avoid further damage to your horse and yourself. … Continue Reading »