Horses

Understanding equine oedema and inflammation

Understanding equine oedema and inflammation

Whether your horse is experiencing swollen legs, puffy joints, or recurring skin issues, it's essential to look beyond symptom management. With the right guidance, the natural healing process can be supported gently and effectively.

Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy: Learn more about PSSM in horses

Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy: Learn more about PSSM in horses

There are two types of PSSM. Both types have an abnormal type of glycogen staining in muscle biopsies, and the types can be distinguished by genetic testing. At present there is not a specific genetic test for type 2 PSSM and scientists do not have conclusive evidence of an inherited gene.

 Thrush, White Line Disease, and Seedy Toe: dreaded hoof issues

Thrush, White Line Disease, and Seedy Toe: dreaded hoof issues

Thrush, white line disease, and seedy toe, collectively known as hoof capsule infections, often indicate a breakdown in both the hoof’s natural defences and the horse’s internal systems.

 Why over-worming horses does more harm than good

Why over-worming horses does more harm than good

Worms, like all living organisms, adapt to their environment - and decades of routine chemical worming have accelerated their ability to withstand even the most widely used drugs.

 Natural horse care; stabling versus turnout

Natural horse care; stabling versus turnout

The decision of whether to stable or turnout a horse should be based on the horse's individual needs and the conditions of the environment where it is kept. For some horses a combination of both stabling and living out works well.  

Good guts - common questions about the equine microbiome

Good guts - common questions about the equine microbiome

What is the equine microbiome? The microbiome refers to the collection of microorganisms (such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, and archaea) that live in and on your horse’s body.

Understanding colic in horses - A holistic perspective

Understanding colic in horses - A holistic perspective

Whilst we can’t protect our horses from unforeseen reasons for colic, or eliminate the need for a vet, we can do our best to keep our horse’s digestive systems and nervous systems healthy with a whole food, natural diet, and good management practices, to aid in minimising the risk of possible colic.

Travel trauma in horses

Travel trauma in horses

Many horse owners have experienced the anxiety that can come with transport—knowing that some horses simply don’t travel well. 

Understanding Australian Stringhalt: Causes, symptoms, and management

Stringhalt in horses is generally classified into two primary types: acquired and idiopathic. Idiopathic stringhalt, also known as classic or true stringhalt, arises without a clearly identifiable cause. It may be associated with nerve damage resulting from trauma to areas such as the back, neck, or hind limbs. Unlike the acquired form, idiopathic stringhalt does not typically occur in outbreaks and may not resolve on its own, often requiring more intensive management or intervention.

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