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Embrace Nature: How Herbs Can Enhance Your Horse's Grooming Routine

Incorporating herbs into your horse's grooming routine can transform how you care for your equine companion, offering practical benefits and a touch of natural luxury that enhances their coat, skin, and overall well-being. By embracing these environmentally friendly and natural solutions, you promote a healthier lifestyle for your horse and contribute to a more sustainable planet. This guide delves into the advantages of using herbal remedies, highlighting how these natural products can elevate your grooming practices and support your commitment to eco-conscious care. Benefits of Natural Treatments Natural treatments reduce the risk of exposing your horse to harmful chemicals. Many conventional grooming products contain synthetic ingredients that can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions. In contrast, herbs and herbal remedies...

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Navigating the Seasonal Shift: Protecting Our Horses and Dogs Through Autumn and Winter

As we transition from the warmth of summer into the crisp days of autumn and the colder nights of winter, not only do we find our routines and wardrobes changing, but our animals experience shifts that can impact their health and well-being. Understanding these changes and preparing to support our horses and dogs through this seasonal transition is crucial in ensuring they remain healthy, happy and comfortable. The Impact of Seasonal Change on Horses and Dogs Physical Health Coat Changes Both horses and dogs develop thicker coats to combat the colder weather. This natural process requires a significant amount of energy that can put their bodies under strain. Monitor their nutrition during this time to support coat growth and overall health....

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Blending Herbs for Greater Efficacy

For thousands of years, Chinese medical practitioners have used herbal remedies to correct imbalance and restore equilibrium in the body. However, the efficacy of these remedies is determined by combining herbs according to various principles and characteristics. When herbs are blended correctly, they work synergistically to accomplish specific goals.  Let’s look at inflammation as an example. Chronic inflammation can wreak havoc on the body and result in disease. A build-up of toxins, too much acidity, and high blood pressure are known contributors to the body’s inflammatory response. Devil’s claw contains several active compounds that help improve this response.  On its own, devil’s claw is an effective anti-inflammatory. But, when combined with meadowsweet, willow bark and hawthorn, as in our Free-Mover...

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How to treat horse mood swings naturally

Just like humans, horses have their fair share of mood swings. Some days they are affectionate and eager to trek, and other days they wake up with their ears pinned, grinding their teeth. Fortunately, there are natural aids to placate those highs and lows. Nature has provided us with a wealth of herbs that can relax and nurture the nervous system and help calm the horse. This will allow our beloved companions to heal and strengthen.

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