Colic in horses is one of the most feared of conditions because of the dramatic way colic can spiral downward into a life-threatening condition. Obstructive colic is the worst and scariest to deal with because there is no way of knowing what the causal factor is.

Arthritis affects one in five dogs over the age of seven. It is a painful degenerative inflammatory condition that affects the joints, often occurring in your dog's neck, hips, shoulders, elbows and back. It is one of the most common causes of pain, discomfort, lameness, and restricted mobility that we treat...

Maritime Pine Bark Extract has been used in herbal medicine for years, helping both people and animals suffering from a range of illnesses. The Maritime Pine trees were originally found in Southern France, home to a species of French pine trees (Pinus pinaster) that contain unique health-promoting properties.

Every horse owner or rider has owned or has heard stories about 'moody mares'. Mares can be seen as unpredictable, aggressive, and more challenging than geldings. This can be caused by cycling hormone levels...

Canine hot spots, also known as pyotraumatic dermatitis or acute moist dermatitis, are red, inflamed skin lesions that appear quickly, ooze, and may contain pus. Hot spots can be found anywhere on a dog’s body, but most commonly appear on the head, legs, and hips. These painful, itchy, and smelly sores, can be very obviously seen, or may be hidden beneath matted fur…

A hoof abscess can cause a horse owner to panic when the horse is suddenly suffering from severe lameness with no visible injury. A hoof abscess is pus in the hoof that can be dealt with quickly and cleanly, however, complications can develop...

As we enter the last month of summer and enjoy the warm sun and outdoors with our four-legged companions, there are some important and lurking factors to consider.

'Collie Nose' problems may result from either one of two causes and don't just target Collies! The first cause is known as Discoid Lupus Erythematosus, which is an autoimmune disease that can eventually lead to squamous cell carcinoma if untreated. The second cause, Nasal Solar Dermatitis, is a lack of pigment at birth that can then lead to a gradual ulceration of the nose cells. 

Horses can easily live up to the age of 30 thanks to the mutual effort of owners, veterinarians and equine herbalists. While the worldwide senior population is growing, keeping the right weight of your elder steeds is crucial to racking up the years and can sometimes be a complex process.

Hemp has been grown for centuries and has a range of uses, including as clothes, paper, rope, food, and even as an industrial building block. But it is also an amazing support to Equine health (and humans too!).  

Apart from the general disruption that heavy rain and storms bring, they can create other issues when it comes to caring for horses. Skin conditions, injuries, contaminated food and water are just some of the challenges...

Cushing’s Syndrome and Equine Metabolic Syndrome can have a devastating effect on your horse’s health. However, power is knowledge, and below we give you the information you need to better understand these conditions, know what to look out for, and how you can help to get your horse back to optimal health.