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Herbal treatment for horses is perfect with the all-important inclusion of Rosehips, Rosa Canina or Dog Rose. Dog Rose is native to Europe and is considered a weed in parts of Australia which is unfortunate as it has such wonderful health-giving properties for both ourselves and our horses. The hips of the dog rose...

Horse colic treatment can come in natural form. Peppermint can be a contributing herb to colic treatment in horses and worth considering. Peppermints main therapeutic claim to fame is in its ability to relieve bloating, colic and flatulence. It has antispasmodic effects on the digestive system so is now used...

Kennel cough is usually caused by bacterial or viral infections which irritate the lining of your dog's airways. The condition is known medically as tracheobronchitis, canine infectious tracheobronchitis, Bordetellosis, or Bordetella and it is extremely contagious, causing problems when dogs are frequently mixing together. Luckily this condition is not life-threatening,...

Dog skin irritations are a common problem. Dogs with itchy skin are one of the most common complaints vets will see in their clinics. There are different reasons though that your dog is itchy and it is important to know why and what is causing the problem. You can then,...

Hawthorn for horses should be considered for the older horse showing signs of arthritis and general old age. Hawthorn berries are used extensively as a cardiac tonic and for increasing circulation which is very important for horses with arthritis. The leaves and flowers are used for the same purpose, and...

Changing Nutritional Needs During the first part when your mare is pregnant, following a normal, healthy diet and exercise regimen is acceptable, but the mare’s nutritional needs change dramatically in the last trimester. During this time the fetal foal grows quickly. In fact, it doubles in size and weight during...