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Nov 143 min read

Common Respiratory Conditions in Horses

What are some common respiratory conditions in horses and their treatments?

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Diving Deeper: Acute vs. Chronic Illness

Oct 224 min read

Diving Deeper: Acute vs. Chronic Illness

Acute illnesses usually come on rapidly and resolve whereas chronic illnesses are often preventable or at least delayed with good choices.

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Oct 123 min read

Equine Teeth

Understanding how your horse's teeth work will help you make decisions about their husbandry.

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Sep 214 min read

What is that lump?

Horses can develop lumps for various reasons. Here are some common causes:

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Aug 22 min read

Preventative Health Care. Just Sayin'

A study of pony club horses in Australia shows that horse owners are avoiding non-urgent veterinary care.

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Improve Circulation, Flexibility and Muscle Health for Free

Jun 193 min read

Improve Circulation, Flexibility and Muscle Health for Free

We often see clients who have a professional equine masseur attend to their horses. They are prepared to stand there for an hour while...

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Jun 103 min read

Pumpkin Seeds for Worms - Does it Work?

Are pumpkin seeds a natural alternative to synthetic dewormers in horses?

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May 282 min read

Horse Health - 5 Low Hanging Fruits

When it comes to your horse's health, avoiding problems is much less painful, frustrating, distressing and cheaper than treating them....

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Do wormers disrupt the gut microbiome? Yes, and here's what you can do about it.

May 203 min read

Do wormers disrupt the gut microbiome? Yes, and here's what you can do about it.

Using pre and probiotics alongside wormers to stabilise the gut biome after worming can help as part of your parasite management strategy.

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I asked AI if Vet Bills have Increased since Pet Insurance was Introduced. What do you think it said?

May 132 min read

I asked AI if Vet Bills have Increased since Pet Insurance was Introduced. What do you think it said?

I have a hypothesis that vet bills have sky-rocketed since pet insurance has become ubiquitous. Have you noticed that? On top of that,...

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May 82 min read

Seedy Toe, or No?

Seedy toe, also known as white line disease, is a common hoof condition in horses. But does it come from the inside or the outside?

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Apr 251 min read

Benefits of Strip Grazing

Strip grazing is a method of restricting grazing for horses that are prone to weight gain and also maintaining pasture across the season.

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Mar 293 min read

Avoid the Vet Part 1

Aside from reproductive health, vets are only necessary when something is going wrong. Avoid reasons for a vet visit as much as possible.

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Mar 183 min read

Big Impacts at only 10 grams per day

Here are 5 natural supplements that offer a wide range of benefits at just 10g per day.

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Mar 42 min read

What is Your Problem?

What horse health problems do you have? After almost 20 years we have a range of natural supplements and treatments available.

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5 Considerations for Designing Horse Shelters

Feb 203 min read

5 Considerations for Designing Horse Shelters

What are the key factors to consider when planning horse shelters on your equine property?

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Dec 7, 20232 min read

There's a Natural Alternative to Bute.

Comparing Devil's Claw and MSM to Bute for Pain Relief in Horses When it comes to pain relief for horses, there are several options...

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Weird Symptoms? Here's a Cause You May Not Have Considered

Sep 21, 20233 min read

Weird Symptoms? Here's a Cause You May Not Have Considered

Does your horse, or a horse you know have a range of weird symptoms? Unexplained abrasions on the face, fetlocks, knees and hocks?...

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Grass is Coming! Avoid Stringhalt and Rye Grass Staggers

Aug 14, 20233 min read

Grass is Coming! Avoid Stringhalt and Rye Grass Staggers

Did you know that many pasture seed blends specifically sown for horses can include grasses that will make them sick when eaten in excess?

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Jul 18, 20232 min read

5 Trees Not to Plant in your Paddock

Australia is home to several plants and trees that can be toxic to horses. Here are 5 trees found everywhere in Australia that are known...

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