Horse News

Symptom checklist – What’s wrong with my Horse?

8 September, 2015

Many people don’t realise their horses are Grass Affected until it is too late and they have a nasty accident or the horse becomes unrideable due to head-flicking, behavioural issues or laminitis. In most cases the symptoms occur long before the horses get to this stage – so our aim is to help you to recognize the first signs and how to correct the horses diet immediately once you notice any changes in the horse. Despite many horse carers spending vast amounts of money on professional advice, thousands and thousands of horses and ponies all over the planet succumb to a…

The Health Benefits of Owning a Horse

27 February, 2024

As equestrians, keeping fit physically and mentally in the New Year is a lot easier than you think. Riding can challenge and exhilarate your mind, and it also boosts your health, well-being and much more. In this article, we’ll explore some ways you may or may not know horse riding and horse care can help you be healthier. Owning a horse presents some challenges – it can be expensive, they’re not easy to care for, and they have different preferences and needs depending on their breed, size, gender and more. But the benefits far outweigh these things. Let’s explore a…

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…

Toxins in your Horse’s Environment 

4 September, 2025

Toxins in Your Horse’s Environment: What You Need to Know. As horse owners, we do everything we can to keep our equine friends healthy from quality feed to regular vet checks. But one area that often gets overlooked is the environment they live in. Subtle toxins in paddocks, stables, and even hay can have a real impact on your horse’s health over time.  Weed Control Chemicals: A Hidden Risk  Many horse owners use chemical sprays to control weeds in paddocks and on hay crops. While these products can be effective at keeping pastures looking tidy, they contain chemicals that may…

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…

Understanding Lymphatic Health in Pets

12 January, 2026

How the lymph system works, and how herbs like Cleavers, Burdock and Calendula support it 🌿 When we think about our pets’ health, we often focus on the heart, liver, or digestive system but the lymphatic system quietly works behind the scenes to keep everything else running smoothly. It’s one of the body’s most important detox and defence systems, yet it’s often overlooked. What the Lymphatic System Does The lymphatic system is a vast network of vessels, nodes, and organs that help move lymph fluid, a clear fluid that carries immune cells and waste products throughout the body. Think of…

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…