Horses are amazing animals that can perform incredible feats of speed and agility. However, they also face many challenges and risks when they have to walk or run on slippery or muddy surfaces. In this blog post, we will explore how these conditions can affect their...
Do I need a Soft Tissue bodyworker or a Chiropractor for my horse? Soft tissue bodywork and chiropractic are two different modalities that can help horses with various musculoskeletal issues. Soft tissue bodywork involves manipulating the muscles, fascia, tendons and...
Pasture-based toxins are a common issue faced by horse owners, particularly those with horses that graze in pastures or fields. These toxins can cause a range of health issues for horses, including colic, laminitis, and other digestive problems. To prevent these...
Well, this was never my plan, it happened organically while looking for a solution for my own horses. 15+ years ago we had 20+ horses, breeding mini & Welsh Cobs, and were looking for a supplement to suit laminitis prone & good doer ponies. We had tried...
Horses are designed to eat high-fibre forages over long periods of time. Their digestive system relies on a complex fermentation process that takes place in the hindgut, where billions of microorganisms break down fibrous plant material and produce energy and vitamins...
After years of working on horses and helping them with their pain issues, so many times it comes down to incorrect saddle fit when a horse has issues. I offer a free saddle check with your Equine Touch Consult, as this can help me (& you) see if that is the issue...
Dogs are omnivores and are designed to eat a balanced raw meat diet with vegetables and fruit. Feeding dogs one food group like all meat or all vegetables creates imbalances and can contribute to illnesses. A safe diet is a balance of different raw meats (beef,...
Checking your horse for pain issues is a complicated process that does require an experienced qualified person or vet to make a full assessment. There are things you, the horse owner can do & observe too to check for pain issues. The first sign can be observing...
For all the horse owners that have ponies or miniatures that you struggle to keep the weight off then this information is for you. With over 22 + years’ experience in owning and breeding show quality miniature ponies & horses and Welsh cobs I have learnt so much...
When looking at your senior horses diet there is a few things to check & rule out first. - Dental care - Worm burden - Pain issues (bodywork) - Environment (companion or availability of feed/pastures, low stress) - Health (Cushing’s disease or arthritis are common...