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Horse Diet – Feeding Naturally

9 July, 2021

Horse diets vary significantly based on the individual horse and its regular activities. The nutritional needs of a racehorse, for instance, are markedly different from those of a weekend leisure pony. The following is provided as a basic guideline and will need to be varied according to your horse’s breed, workload, and nutritional needs. Horses are grazing animals and naturally cover extensive distances in the wild (averaging 30+ km daily) to find food and water. Wild horses spend around 18-20 hours daily grazing on native grasses with relatively low nutritional content. This differs from the lifestyle of most domestic horses,…

Pasture Management for Healthy Horses

9 July, 2021

There are two different approaches to the whole subject of pasture management depending on what sort of horses you own. If you just want the quiet ride at the weekend and safe ponies for your children then you will do things somewhat differently from someone who has performance and/or breeding horses. In either case: NEVER apply commercial fertilisers: No super, no potash, no NPK, no urea, they will all cause the grass to be even more unsuitable for your horses. Sufficient nitrogen for grass growth can come from occasionally (but not frequently!) harrowing manure. Originally, we thought it was just…

EMS – Equine Metabolic Syndrome

8 July, 2021

Horses who show signs of Equine Metabolic Syndrome are prone to laminitis any time of the year but the risk goes up in spring and autumn. A horse with EMS is not a healthy horse but the condition can be successfully reversed with dietary and lifestyle adjustments. Understanding the syndrome is Step 1. Most people know these horses need a diet which is low in sugars and starches (<10%) and an increase in exercise but EMS is not the same as being over-weight. Some EMS horses are over-weight and some are not but EMS horses are distinguishable by their ‘lumpy…

Feeding Grass Affected Horses

8 July, 2021

If your horse has diet related issues, what you feed in the way of hard feed can either reduce the problem or add to it. So, for the horse’s metabolism to ‘rest’ and ‘reset’ their self-regulating mechanisms, we keep hard feeds as simple and basic as possible. Over the years we have realised that potassium, crude protein and soluble sugar content are the nutrients we need to be mindful of. When there is an excess presense they place undue and cumulative stress on the horse’s metabolism. Green feed like lucerne/alfalfa, fresh herbs, willow or poplar leaves and other items such…

Stomach Ulcers in Horses. Or is it something else?

11 June, 2021

Stomach Ulcers in Horses present with signs such as going off their feed, and sometimes also becoming grumpy, twitchy and girthy. Horses on unsuitable forage, especially cool season pastures (rye-grass, cocksfoot, timothy, all clovers) when they are in growth mode, or in spring and autumn also get grumpy, twitchy and girthy. Girthiness or Ulcers? How can you tell which it is?  The scoping procedure to verify the presence of ulcers isn’t the most pleasant experience and can be costly. Here are a few points to consider: Horses with gastric ulcers usually go off their feed, it is like they want…

SuperHeal Shrinks Tumour

6 May, 2021

SuperHeal Shrinks Tumour & Saves Leg This was the last resort as our beautiful boy (Cavoodle) who was faced with amputation of his hind leg. A tumour had appeared and grew very quickly to the size of an orange. I had done some research and this product (SuperHeal) kept popping up so I ordered it with the view that we had nothing to lose. It took a committed applying daily and bandaging for 10 days, and whilst the smell and the the sight of the tumour turning black could have put you off, the tumour shrunk to the size of…

Bloat in Dogs – The Facts

23 April, 2021

Gastric Dilation-Volvulus complex (GDV), commonly known as bloat is a complex, life threatening condition. It occurs mainly in large breed, deep chested dogs such as Great Danes, Dobermans and Setters, but can be a threat to any breed. What is Bloat? Bloat is a condition where the abdomen swells up, either with food or gas (or a combination of both). Untreated, the situation escalates to a point where the swollen stomach expands and twists on itself, blocking the inlet to the esophagus and the outlet to the intestines. This is a life threatening condition that requires immediate emergency veterinary attention and…

Flower Essences for Dogs

20 April, 2021

Flowers Essences for Dogs work on their mind, body and spirit. Physical health conditions often manifest from deeper emotional imbalances. For example: a dog may start leaving surprises (defecating) on your bed or urinating indoors when they are unhappy about something. This may be due to you spending less time at home or the arrival of a new baby.   Anxiety, jealousy, anger, loneliness, resentment and other stresses can affect pets just as they affect people, causing a number of health related conditions. In cases such as this, it is necessary to work on the pet’s emotional well-being, rather than…

VitaSkin for healthy skin

31 March, 2021

VitaSkin for healthy skin VitaSkin has been a life saver!!! I’m a Registered Breeder of Labradors, and not having a lot of options to give to breeding bitches without jeopardising reproduction etc. To help with anything that arises has been hard. My girls have been on this for 3 weeks now but I have noticed within the first week they have stopped scratching as soon as they come in from romping around on the grass. Their black coat was already soft and glossy from their raw diet, but this has added a whole new level!!! I was previously supplementing some…

Canine Pregnancy

24 March, 2021

The following is some general information on the female dog’s reproductive system. If you are considering breeding from your bitch, then we would highly recommend the following book – Let’s have healthy dogs. Canine heat cycle – 18 – 21 days Intact female dogs go into heat cycle approx. every 6 months. The four stages of the female dog’s reproductive cycle are: Proestrus lasts for about 9 days and is the first stage of the reproductive cycle. This is when females start to attract males, although they will reject their advances until stage two. The signs of proestrus are: Estrus…

Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD)

23 March, 2021

Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD), also known as Inflammatory Bowel Disease, is becoming increasingly common in pets. In my experience, this disease is seen mainly in pets that eat heavily processed commercial pet foods with low meat content. IBD is just one of the many allergic conditions that respond extremely well to a change to a raw meat diet. What is IBD? Irritable Bowel Disease is the chronic irritation of the bowel’s lining and an expression of food allergy at the gut level. Causes IBD is caused by the activation of your pet’s immune system in the gut. Defence cells build up…

Stress Relief For Horses

23 March, 2021

While most of us know the impact of high stress levels on our own health, many people never stop and think about whether our animals are also suffering from similar stresses. With a busy lifestyle you may get stressed out over traffic, work pressures, finances, world events or family problems and although animal’s lives are much more simplified, they can also be filled with everyday stress. Many people still believe that animals do not have the same feelings and emotions as we do, because they don’t talk or cry, but this doesn’t mean they don’t suffer in silence. To try…

Arthritis – Natural options for horses

22 March, 2021

Arthritis and joint pain or degeneration is a common affliction in senior horses. However, some horses may develop arthritic conditions early due to various factors such as high impact sports, racing, concussion from working on hard surfaces. The common mistake of feeding high grain diets to horses along with the use of highly processed feeds and synthetic fertilizers on pasture are contributing factors. Chronic inflammation will eventually cause damage to cartilage in the joints leading to osteoarthritis. Acute arthritis may be caused from an infection, and chronic arthritis is often due to the cumulative effect of stress on joints over many…

How Healthy is Your Pet’s Liver?

18 March, 2021

How Healthy is Your Pet’s Liver? The liver is the largest and one of the most important organs in the body. It has a number of very important tasks and is involved directly or indirectly, in all physiological processes. It plays a vital role in the digestive process, facilitating the secretion of bile and is also involved in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins, maintaining blood sugar levels, storage of fat soluble vitamins, and inactivating hormones, but one of its main functions is to cleanse and filter the blood stream. Liver disease and impaired liver function generally result from…

Equimin Horse & Livestock Supplement

18 March, 2021

Love the Equimin supplement! For my first order I bought a 1.5kg bag to see if I could see any difference in my young gelding. He already looked pretty good & in good health, but there was a notable change in his coat & his temperament. He was glowing inside & out, calmer & appears much happier. I ran out of my first bag before my 2nd order arrived & he became grumpy around feed time again, not so relaxed & calm. Within 3 days of feeding the supplement he’s back to a happy, calm & relaxed horse. Equimin supplement…

Dry Lot or Track system

17 March, 2021

A dry lot or Track is a 100% grass free zone. If you need to move your horse off his/her pasture, then creating a ‘dry lot or track system’ is one way to do so. This may be a large yard, round pen or area which can double as an arena. It might be a long strip beside the hedge or the trees. Or it might take the form of a perimeter ‘track’ around the paddock. Initially you can fence off the area with electric tape. Places with good drainage lend themselves to being made into a dry lot. Otherwise it is…

Staggers – Minerals, Mycotoxins or Wobblers Syndrome?

17 March, 2021

The name ‘Staggers’ gives you a good indication of what happens to horses when afflicted. They lose neuro-muscular co-ordination and walk like they have had a few too many drinks! There are differing opinions on the causes of Staggers – Minerals, Mycotoxins or Wobblers Syndrome? WHAT ARE THE SIGNS? It is common anywhere there are cool-season grasses (NZ, the UK, lower regions of Australia). Frequently mistaken for ‘Wobbler Syndrome’ – where there is an actual lesion affecting the vertebrae of the neck, verifiable by X-Ray and is usually only seen in younger horses.It is advisable to investigate the other two…

Sacro-illiac Issues Resolved

17 March, 2021

Zoe’s horse Alfie had Sacro-illiac Issues – he was disuniting……  ‘Alfie’ suddenly began disuniting at the canter, but only on the right lead. He had never done this before, and it had only started in the last couple of weeks. He appears normal at the walk, a little stiff but not too bad at the trot and disunites within the first few strides of canter on the right lead (he is perfectly fine on the left). He warms up out of it after about 20 minutes. He is currently being fed beet as well as oaten chaff etc. In terms…

Autumn’s classic issues for horses

2 March, 2021

The onset of Autumn; warm sunny days, cooler night time temperatures accompanied by rainfall brings about a change in the nutrient profile of the grass. Having an understanding of how the grass can cause various health and behavioural issues can save you a lot of time and money potentially spent ‘barking up the wrong tree’! The best tool to ascertain whether issues are grass related is to check the Horse Symptom Checklist. Here are some of the classic issues we see in Autumn: Edema’s: Swellings on various, sometimes odd, parts of the body such as the cheeks, shoulders, lower legs…

Miss Frizzle’s Feathers

2 March, 2021

Miss Frizzle’s Feathers Miss Frizzle lost a lot of feathers during her autumn molt She bounced back better than ever thanks to Greenpet’s poultry supplements We regularly use Natrakelp, diatomaceous earth and Neempet’s Poultry Dust Her feathers are lush and bright, her comb a vibrant shade of red and her eggs are bigger with a firm shell and bright orange yolk. It is rewarding to see the results of investing in our pets’ good health Jim A, Buderim QLD

Safer Horse Pasture – Making the change

1 March, 2021

Below is information on how you can change your paddocks from unsafe grass to safer horse pasture for long term health and wellbeing of your horse. If you cannot change the pasture, then a track system may be a more suitable option. Click here for information about good, safe horse grasses and which one’s to avoid. Spraying Out Your Paddocks If your pasture is full of rye-grass & clover you will need to spray out twice, over two consecutive Autumns. Spray with a Round Up/Broadleaf combination in the autumn. When it has completely browned off, re-sow the area with an…

Ferdinand the Miniature Goat

23 February, 2021

Ferdinand the Miniature Goat I just wanted to thank you on behalf of my little goat Ferdinand and my family. Three months ago he was given a week to live and a grade 5 bilateral heart murmur as is prognosis. I was out of hope and desperate to buy time for the little goat who brings happiness to everyone who meets. Since going on the natural heart support remedies it has now been three months since his one week prognosis and I can’t remember what his bad days were like and his cough while still present has lessened so much….

Toxic Plants & Food for Horses

13 January, 2021

There are quite a lot of plants that are toxic to horses, so it is important to ensure you know that is growing in your paddocks. The list is too long to include here but I will list a few common foods, herbs and grasses that should be avoided for horses Many garden plants and fruit trees are toxic to horses so it is a good idea to avoid throwing prunings or garden waste into paddocks to avoid accidentally allowing them access to something toxic Grass Clippings (from mowing) should never be given to horses as the mall particle size…

Garlic – Toxic or Health Food?

16 December, 2020

Using Garlic in Dog & Cat Food: Garlic has been widely used as both a culinary and medicinal herb for thousands of years, both for people and animals. In more recent times, the use of garlic in dog and cats foods has been questioned because there is evidence that at high doses it can cause toxicity (its close relative, onions, are also quite toxic when fed raw). Whilst this is true, the reported toxic doses are in the order of one large clove of garlic per 5kg bodyweight of animal daily (which is a very high dose), and it is…

Toxic Foods

16 December, 2020

Toxic Foods: It often comes naturally, the more we love our four legged friends, the more we want to pamper them. However, when we sometimes instinctively go to ‘treat’ them with some of our leftovers or share a portion of food we can sometimes be doing more harm than good. Animals digest differently, and there are a number of regular human foods that can unknowingly be toxic to your animals. Some of the more dangerous human foods for animals, and their potential effects, are as follows: Macadamia Nuts Can cause vomiting, lethargy, hyperthermia, abdominal pain, stiff joints, lameness, tremors or…

Travel Anxiety – Avoid the stress.. and the mess!

16 December, 2020

Travel Anxiety – Avoid the stress.. and the mess! It’s a warm, sunny day so you and your dog have hopped in the car and are heading to the park. Suddenly, Fido doesn’t look so good and before you have time to pull in, his breakfast has been decanted unceremoniously all over your back seat. Pet motion sickness and travel anxiety is an all too familiar story and in extreme cases it can severely limit the experiences that we can enjoy with our dogs. No more hiking weekends away with your four legged friend. No more trips to the beach…

Cat Diet – Feeding Naturally

3 September, 2020

Cats are strict carnivores and have a high protein requirement. Their diet should be totally raw, and should not contain any canned or dry foods. They can not survive on a vegetarian or vegan diet. 90% daily ration * It is good to include some large chunks of meat to encourage chewing.* If feeding minced meat, ensure it is free from all preservatives. 10% daily ration Optional extras How much to feed The amounts fed can vary depending on how active your cat is, so this is a rough guide only and you may increase or decrease quantities to ensure…

Qld Itch Natural Alternatives

7 February, 2020

Qld Itch is due to hypersensitivity to insect bites, causing extreme itching. It is usually worse during the humid summer months, but may affect some horses or dogs all year long. Itching is usually intense and can cause the animal to scratch constantly causing mild to severe hair loss and open sores. The skin eventually may become thickened and wrinkled. There are natural products that can help to soothe the dreaded “itch”. Internal Remedies for horses Internal treatment is highly recommended for long term relief of Qld Itch. Qld Itch or Summer itch is one of the most distressing conditions…

Itchy Skin – Natural Support for Pets

7 February, 2020

Itchy Skin is one of the most common questions we get asked is – My dog or cat has itchy skin and its not fleas: What can you do to help?ORMy horse is scratching on everything until he or she is bleeding and causing injury. Is there anything that can help?   For Itchy Horses – Click here Well, the answer is YES, natural therapies can greatly assist dogs, cats and horses with itchy skin conditions. Skin problems and allergies are becoming increasingly prevalent among domestic animals today and using drugs to relieve the itch is not the answer for long term relief from…

Herbal Medicine For Animals

20 December, 2019

Herbal Medicine For Animals: Most animals are natural herbalists, often seeking out particular herbs when needed, if they have access to a wide variety of species. Dogs and cats will occasionally be seen chewing on lemon grass, comfrey, couch grass and other plants. Horses, cows, sheep and goats have been seen to eat some herbs only at particular times of the year, or if they have a specific need for them. Most pets today, do not have access to the range of herbs, grasses and trees they would have in the wild. So by growing a few common herbs around…

Not an allergy after all!

2 December, 2019

This is one of those cases where there was a simple answer to a seemingly complex problem. “Jenny from Calm Healthy Horses saved my beautiful horses life.I honestly can’t thank her enough for what she has done.10 months ago my horse got extremely sick, swollen sheath, his legs, stomach, chest were so swollen skin was hanging.He was lumpy, scabby and all his hair had fallen out, he was so itchy he would run around the paddock after me in hope I would scratch him. He was absolutely miserable my poor boy, it broke my heartI spent thousands of dollars on…

Diatomaceous Earth Uses

22 November, 2019

What is it? There are two different grades of Diatomaceous earth (DE); Food grade and Pool grade. Food grade diatomaceous earth is safe to use for the home, yards, and animals. Pool grade diatomaceous earth is altered by high heat and is only safe to use in pools. This should never be given to animals.   DE is a naturally occurring siliceous sedimentary mineral compound from remains of tiny  fossilized water plants called diatoms.  These plants have been part of the earth’s ecology since prehistoric times. 30 million years ago the diatoms built up into deep, chalky deposits of diatomite. The diatoms…

Heat Stress – How to avoid

10 November, 2019

During Summer with scorching temperatures it is important to avoid equine heat stress. It is all about your horse being able to maintain his core body temperature close to 37.5C. This he can efficiently do on his own under most environmental conditions provided he has choices, for example access to shade and a clean trough that dispenses nice, cool water. Heat stress is the result of a build-up of heat in the horse’s body, usually due to some impediment to the normal sweating process.  In the horse, sweating is the most important means of reducing core body temperature. It works…

Turmeric for Health

21 October, 2019

Most people are familiar with the turmeric spice used in Indian and Asian cooking. Turmeric is a member of the ginger family, a native to middle eastern and southeast Asian countries. It has been used in cooking for thousands of years and has been widely used in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine for centuries for its many health benefits. The active ingredient is curcumin which is an anti-inflammatory and is therefore a great food additive for pets as well as people. Curcumin may also help to stimulate bile production which can help the liver to process fats and remove waste from…

Vegan / Vegetarian Diet for Dogs

6 August, 2019

Dogs can survive on quite a varied diet as long as they get all the essential nutrients they require. Cats, however are strict carnivores and cannot survive on a vegan diet without risk of health issues long term. They have difficulty absorbing some essential nutrients from plant sources. It is not only harmful to their health, but I believe it is cruel to deprive them of their natural food source. To raise dogs on a vegan diet does take a bit more time and effort but it can be done as long as you ensure they are getting their nutritional…

Lameness, spooky and facial crests

1 August, 2019

Shardy is an 8yr old Purebred Egyptian Arab. His owner, Jen was having no end of trouble. His issues included: Jen had been feeding other ‘oxalate’ products for 2 years with zero results. A very basic feed was recommended (oaten chaff, soaked beet and/or copra, 2 tablespoons salt daily, grassy hay) with XtraCal.au + Supreme Vit & Min. He was also fed GrazeEzy for the spookiness. The pictures show the results after just 3 months on XtraCal.au:

Rejuvenate your Dog with Hemp Extract!

9 April, 2019

What is Hemp Extract? Greenpet Hemp Extract is a nutritional supplement made of pure and unrefined hemp seed oil. This extract is a thicker, more concentrated oil that contains a higher Omega-3 content, more fatty acids and a higher protein concentration than Canine Hemp Oil. Providing a natural nutrient boost, this product is perfect for giving your dog the extra edge they need to get through their day. What is Hemp Extract benficial for?Just about everything! This formula is designed for dogs that need a little extra loving in their daily life. JOINT SUPPORT Does your elderly dog suffer from…

Natural Stress Relief For Animals

5 March, 2019

Natural Stress Relief For Animals Most of us know the impact of high stress levels on our own health. However, many people never stop and think about whether our animals are also suffering from similar stresses. With a busy lifestyle you may get stressed out over traffic, work pressures, finances, world events or family problems. Our animal’s lives seen much more simplified, but they can also be filled with everyday stress. Many people still believe that animals do not have the same feelings and emotions as we do, because they don’t talk or cry. But this doesn’t mean they don’t…

Anal Gland Problems in Dogs

19 February, 2019

Anal Gland Problems in Dogs can affect all ages and breeds leading to blocked or infected anal glands.  These two small glands are located on either side of the anus, and are scent glands used for marking territory and recognition. They would normally empty naturally when the dog has a bowel movement, but when stools are too thin or soft, then they may not express fully and can become impacted, which may lead to an infection if left untreated. Blocked or impacted anal glands may be caused by Natural treatment recommendations Increase exercise, and reduce weight, if overweight. Feed natural…

Hoof Abscess – Cause & Treatment

14 February, 2019

What causes an equine hoof abscess and what is the best method of dealing with one to help your horse recover faster? 1. What is a Hoof Abscess A hoof abscess is a localized bacterial infection in the sensitive structures of the hoof. Purulent fluid (pus) is produced as a reaction by the horse’s body to the infection. The pus accumulates between the keratinized and germinal layers of the hoof wall. Since the hoof cannot expand, the increased pressure of pus collecting within the hoof capsule causes significant pain. The pus will take the path of least resistance to relieve…

Arthritis, Joint & Pain Support for Dogs

24 July, 2018

Natural alternatives for Arthritis, Joint & Pain Support for Dogs can be just as effective as conventional methods without the side-effects. Does your older dog show signs of stiffness or reluctance to exercise as much as they used to? Are they struggling to jump in and out of the car? These may all be signs that your senior dog’s joints are becoming stiff, sore and inflamed. Most anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving drugs (NSAIDS) have side effects, especially when used long term. However there are a number of natural alternatives that have excellent results. We have helped hundreds of animals with arthritis…

Digestive Upsets in Cats

23 July, 2018

Do you find your cat often regurgitates her dinner shortly after feeding? Or perhaps she sometimes suffers from a sudden bout of diarrhoea, that you just can’t quite get to the bottom of (if you’ll excuse the pun!)? Or maybe she loses her appetite occasionally, no matter how much you tempt her with her favourite food? Below is a Natural Approach for Digestive Upsets in Cats… If you have experienced any of the above issues with your cat, you’re not alone. Just like us humans, dogs, cats, rabbits and even our avian friends can suffer from many different types of…

Why do dogs eat grass?

4 April, 2018

If you’ve ever wondered…. Why do dogs eat grass? Well, there are a few reasons and we have outlined some of the common reasons below: Dogs will occasionally eat large amounts of grass to make themselves throw up. If they seek out any type of grass or weeds frantically then this is most often due to – 2.. Dogs may eat grass because they want to If your dog is very selectively picking out certain grasses and uses his front teeth to nibble and eat them. If they are not frantic and doing it almost with intention selecting a few…

Urinary Incontinence – Help with ‘puddle problems’

21 March, 2018

Does your dog or cat need help with ‘puddle problems’ Urinary incontinence ? A damp and smelly pet, or a pet who doesn’t quite make it to the litter box or garden can become a frustration, and the constant washing and deodorising can become a burden for the household dealing with the issue. What Is Urinary Incontinence? This “leaky” problem is basically the loss of bladder control in your pet. The severity can range from occasional light leakage and dampness, to the point where they can’t hold on to alleviate themselves in the right spot – outside for dogs or…

Tips on Giving Herbal Remedies to Your Dog or Cat

15 March, 2018

Tips on Giving Herbal Remedies to Your Dog or Cat: We have listed some of our tips on giving herbal remedies or supplements to your dog or cat. The easiest way to give herbs or supplements to your pets is by mixing them into your dog or cats food. However, some cats or fussy dogs can smell anything added to their food and will refuse to eat it. So if you need to administer remedies regularly, this can become very distressing for both the animal and yourself. Once they see you with the bottle, they run a mile and hide!…

Homeopathic stress relief for animals

10 February, 2017

Your animal’s behaviour is the best indicator if they are suffering from anxiety and stress. They tell us a lot by their actions, their physiological responses, and sometimes by the “evidence” they’ve left while you’ve been at work. Some dogs howl all day long when left home alone. Dogs or cats that feel threatened may show aggressive behaviour towards other animals as a way of protecting themselves. Loud noises from fireworks, storms and thunder may cause some pets to become totally panic stricken. Some animals will destroy furniture, scratch up the place or relieve themselves when experiencing extreme anxiety. Panting,…

Is Your Horse Foot-Sore?

20 October, 2016

FootIf you answered YES, then read on to find out why… You may be using an experienced farrier who is trimming your horse regularly every 5 or 6 weeks yet your horse has sore feet a lot of the time. Even when ridden over rough surfaces regularly, why is it that sometimes your horse can trot easily over firm ground and other times they are struggling to walk on anything firmer than sand or soft grass? Each time the farrier comes, you hope they don’t go lame after a trim or you end up putting shoes on because you can’t seem…

Raw Feeding Dogs & Cats – A Vet’s Perspective

28 July, 2016

Raw Feeding Dogs & Cats has been a much debated topic due to the potential risks of food poisoning, salmonella infection and the dangers of feeding bones to dogs. So it may be of interest to note that much of this information (or mis-information) relates back to the very nature of the gastric environment of the dog and cat, which in turn, is directly related to diet. Gastric Acidity, Digesting Bones, Gut Transit Time and Salmonella The gastric acidity (gastric pH) of the stomach of a dog or cat eating a diet predominantly made up of raw meat is very…

Grass Affected Horse – How do you know if it is the grass?

17 May, 2016

If its Autumn or Spring, the risk is highest, however certain grasses, supplements and feeds can affect some horses all year long. A ‘Grass Affected’ horse is one where one or multiple aspects of their diet are adversely affecting their health and behaviour. This usually originates from the forage (grass) but can be further exacerbated by the addition of other potassium rich feeds to their diet. The fastest way to create a ‘Grass Affected’ horse is to graze them on dairy pasture or other pasture that has been fertilized with potash, super-phosphate, DAP, Urea, NPK etc. This is enough to create a…