Author: Greenpet

Grass Choices: Which is best for our Horses

20 June, 2023

Understanding Horse’s Digestive Needs Horses possess a unique digestive system that thrives on a continuous supply of nutrient-dense, high-fibre forage. This forage is digested through fermentation in the hindgut, providing essential nutrients and energy. Impact of Grass Moisture Content The moisture content of grass significantly affects fibre intake. Green grass typically has lower fibre content compared to dry, mature grass. Horses grazing on lush grass day & night, without adequate fibre are at risk of imbalances in their gut microbiome. A horse’s hindgut is a fermentation vat that digests fibre, producing fatty acids for energy and absorption of essential nutrients….

Sophie’s Story… Laminitis.

28 April, 2023

I swore off ever owning another pony with metabolic issues again after having to put our beloved miniature pony to sleep due to ongoing laminitis complications.  Fast forward six months, and I found myself being the owner of a 19-year-old Australian Pony called Sophie. Sophie is one of those dream ponies that has been there and done that.  She was too good of an opportunity to pass up for my daughter who is learning to ride.  But with all of Sophie’s good qualities, there were also some not so good.  Sophie had been previously locked up in a “Jenny Craig”…

Grasses & The Problems They Present

18 April, 2023

Grasses are a common component of a horse’s diet, but not all grasses are created equal. Some grasses can contain compounds that cause symptoms and health issues in horses. In this article, we’ll explore some of the common grasses that can cause problems for horses. Fluorescing pigments are found in some grasses, such as rye, clover, lucerne, St John’s wort, buttercup, and plantain. These pigments give the grass a dark green color, but they can also cause photophobia and photosensitization in horses. Horses that consume these grasses may develop symptoms such as mud-fever and sunburn. Oxalate is another compound that…

Worms ~ How long do they survive on Pasture?

30 March, 2023

Hint: It’s longer than you think. The lifecycle of many gastrointestinal parasites of livestock and horses (in particular, those of the Strongyle family) is such that a vast majority of the worm’s life may be spent on pasture. After eggs are shed in the manure, the eggs will develop and hatch into larvae. These larvae will then further develop, going through stages known as moults. Eggs will hatch into L1 (stage one larvae), which will moult to L2 (stage two larvae), and then a further moult into L3 (stage three larvae). It is at the L3 stage where livestock will…

Grains or No Grains?

30 March, 2023

Grains or No Grains? What is the answer to feeding or not feeding them to your pet? As you may have discovered by investigation, there is a variety of information on the inclusion of grains in a pets diet. Should you add them, lots of them, a small portion of grains or no grains at all? Did you know? Are Grains Safe? Yes, they are safe when implementing them into your pet’s diet. See below for my reasons why: Dogs Versus Cats What is the difference between dogs and cats when it comes to grains? Lenny’s Kitchen Natural & Complete…

Raw diet transition helps with digestion issues

2 February, 2023

Raw diet transition helps with digestion issues My 4 yo German shepherd has improved out of sight, she had severe deep fistulas around her anus, couldn’t poop & was in great pain. Vet said glands were also involved and she had dying tissue. Looked a mess and thought we would lose her. Medication from vets made her more constipated. Her appetite is back, fur looks fluffy and glowing, one fistula has closed and the other is small. Her poops are still thin but regular every day and she skips around afterwards. She’s on raw mince, Taste of wild kibble soaked,…

“Supreme” recovery after floods

17 January, 2023

“Supreme” recovery after floods I bought the Calm Healthy Horses Supreme MVA supplement from Greenpet a month ago. Straight away my horses were happy to eat their feed with the supplements mixed in, and some water. These horses have had a rough year, we went through 3 major floods and the horses all suffered low grade to more serious grade laminitis, as well as some mud fever, rain scald and abscesses. Also, after I tried giving them some other supplements, my oldest gelding suffered vitiligo – the loss of colour around his muzzle and eyes, showing as pink patches. It…

Does your pet eat weird things?

14 October, 2022

Why is my pet eating weird things? Eating strange items like dirt, sand, poop, clay, paper, chalk, plastic, metal or fabric is referred to as pica. Pica can lead to gastric upset including intestinal obstructions from ingesting indigestible objects, so it is important to try and stop this behaviour to avoid serious complications. If your dog is eating poop, then click the link to read our blog – Why does my dog eat poop. What is the cause of pica? It can be difficult to find the cause of pica as it can be due to a range of health…

FLUTD Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease

23 August, 2022

FLUTD Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease is a term used to describe conditions that affect the urinary tract of cats. Some symptoms that may occur with FLUTD include Some cats may show one or more of the above symptoms when suffering from FLUTD. This condition is more frequently seen in cats that are neutered, overweight, lead a very sedentary lifestyle, live completely indoors or fed on dry food. FLUTD causes may include How to help prevent FLUTD Natural supplements that may support cats with FLUTD Take measures to help reduce stress What to feed cats to maintain a healthy urinary…

Pooch is stable after tumour

26 May, 2022

Pooch is stable after tumour My almost 12 year old dog had a 1.5 kg tumour removed on 11 January 2022 and we were told by the vet that we might only have him for 2 – 6 weeks. In conjunction with his daily medication, as he has cancer, I found your Turkey tail mushroom powder online and he has been taking this since his operation – that was almost 14 weeks ago!!! I took him to the vet yesterday for a check up and the vet was incredulous and his prognosis was that our pooch is “stable”…

Rainscald & Midge allergy

19 May, 2022

Just giving you an update on Chief’s condition. With all this rain we have been having, he did have a 2nd relapse, but with perseverance we got there, with all his “medicated baths”, scrubbing of skin adhesions and this wonderful Calafea oil, it has been a godsend. Would highly recommend it to anyone that has rain scald, or a grass or midge allergy. Thank you once again for your help. Tracey W.

Why does my dog eat Poop?

11 November, 2021

We may find this habit ‘gross’ but for dogs it’s actually quite common. The technical term is coprophagia. Eating poop can be due to an underlying health issue, but some dogs just enjoy the taste! Below are some of the possible reasons your dog may fancy snacking on poop A common cause is nutrient deficiencies from poor quality foods or parasite infections which can leach nutrients from the body. Digestive issues such as gut malabsorption or enzyme deficiencies. Many dogs enjoy feasting on cow pats and manure from other livestock. Cow manure is rich in enzymes and partially digested proteins…

Lily’s Got No More Leaks

8 September, 2021

Lily’s Got No More Leaks I just wanted to write and tell you of the wonderful results I’ve had with my elderly dog’s incontinence using your natural remedies. Lily is an 11 year old Jack Russell cross and had been ‘leaking’ on her bedding many times a day, in quite large amounts. We had her on pills from the vet as I was unaware that dogs could use human herbs. She was on these for 2 years and whilst they worked, she started getting an upset tummy the day after taking them. I swapped her onto your herbs and there…

Inflammation in Cats & Dogs

14 July, 2021

Inflammation in cats and dogs is a common physiological response, typically triggered by injury or illness. It serves as the body’s mechanism for protection and self-healing by expanding blood vessels and dispatching white blood cells to the affected area. While this immune response is essential for survival, it can at times spiral out of control. When this happens, the healthy inflammatory response doesn’t switch off when it is meant to, which causes chronic, low-grade inflammation. While acute inflammation helps the body heal, chronic inflammation can be harmful and is associated with various health problems and increases the risk for disease….

PSSM vs ‘Grass Affected’ Is there a difference?

12 July, 2021

Our observation is that horses exhibiting PSSM symptoms can also be found anywhere that grass grows and the horse is not being managed in such a way as to prevent the grass causing issues for that horse. In some cases where green grass isn’t part of the horse’s diet, the hay needs to be checked/analysed. ​There are far too many similarities for this to be merely coincidence ​Compare the list below which is from the following link:       http://www.pssm.eu/en/symptoms–of-pssm.html with the Calm healthy horses – Horse symptom Checklist ​Comparing the two lists we found Like ‘grass-affected’ horses there is a wide variety…

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 is a 100% grass free zone. If you need to move your horse off his/her pasture, then creating a ‘dry lot’ is one way to do so. Another option is to set up a ‘track system’ which may be grass free or have reduced grazing. 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…

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…