Articles : Horses

Equine Chiropractic Care

Admin — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 00:53:56 GMT

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Equine Chiropractic Care

One by one over the past decade various alternative therapies for the racehorse have been brought into the mainstream of veterinary medicine.

Most have been deemed adjunctive to traditional therapy, and as confidence in a particular modality improved in the profession some have become the technique of first choice for some conditions - acupuncture, for example.

The modality which has sustained the most scepticism among equine practitioners has been chiropractic care for the horse. It has been difficult for the veterinarian to imagine how the huge frame of the horse can be manipulated in such a fashion as to "adjust" an abnormality.

Hydrotherapy - dogs, horses, exotics, birds

Admin — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 01:05:37 GMT

The healing power of water: Canine hydrotherapy - Pet Talk column, Staff Reports,The Palestine Herald

“Rehabilitation is available for a lot of other animals, including exotics and horses. The small animal rehabilitation service here at Texas A&M has worked with many species from macaws to lions,” boasts Sessum. “Rehabilitation is beneficial for multiple species and for pet owners who want to provide the best care available for their pet.”

Natural remedies for horse colic

Bush Dr. — Wed, 06 May 2009 05:07:13 GMT

Natural remedies for horse colic By Kim Shotola

Really good tips on natural remedies for horse colic so you can build your own "natural colic emergency kit" or follow the links to ready made ones- includes advice on aromatherapy, Flower remedies, homeopathic remedies, Herbs, natural supplements, reiki and acupressure

Holistic Pet Care: Cancer - A ‘Must Read’ for Pet Owners

Admin — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 04:05:39 GMT

Holistic Pet Care: Cancer - A ‘Must Read’ for Pet Owners by Susan Davis

"We love our pets and do our best to give them a long and healthy life. We plan for the future and dream they will be with us forever….. A diagnosis of cancer can squelch our dreams and catch us off guard. What are the signs to look for? What can you do if your pet has been diagnosed? Listed below is a discussion of your options from both a conventional and holistic veterinary perspective. "

Bach Flower Essences for Pets

Admin — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 06:38:47 GMT

What they are and how they work - by preciouspets.org

Understanding physiotherapy for horses

Admin — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 22:43:39 GMT

Understanding physiotherapy for horses by Charlotte Mackaness

Homeopathy for animals - British Homeopathic Association

Admin — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 22:40:58 GMT

Leaflet about Homeopathy for animals by British Homeopathic Association

Mud Fever in Horses - natural remedies

Admin — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 01:41:17 GMT

Mud fever in horses can be treated with natural alternative medicines. - by Alison Grimston

Acupressure for dogs and horses

Admin — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:58:24 GMT

Good article on what to expect from an acupressure treatment for your dog or horse by Lisa at my-acupressure.blogspot.com

Pet reiki for dummies

Admin — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 04:59:26 GMT

From the popular "...for dummies" series this article looks at how to do reiki for your pet

GUIDANCE NOTES FOR USING HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES

Admin — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 05:19:42 GMT

A really excellent guide on using homeopathic remedies for your pets from the Balanced Being Group - Integrated Veterinary Centre

Herbal index for horses - naturallyequine.com

Admin — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 04:26:08 GMT

From naturallyequine.com -Fantastic chart of all herbs for your equine friends - what they are and what they can be used for

Manuka Essential Oil for horses - From naturallyequine.com

Admin — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 04:23:44 GMT

From naturallyequine.com

"Bush Magic: New Zealand Ti Tree

L. scoparium (Manuka) is a shrub or small tree that grows abundantly throughout New Zealand. It is considered native to New Zealand, although it has been found growing in Eastern and Western Australia, New Guinea and Southeast Asia. ..."

Lavender Essential oils for horses - naturallyequine.com

Admin — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 04:21:50 GMT

From naturallyequine.com

"Lavendula officinalis)

Common therapeutic uses: Burns, Inflammation, Cuts, Wounds, Eczema, Dermatitis, Fainting, Headaches, Influenza, Insomnia, Hysteria, Migraine, Nausea, Nervous Tension, Infections, Bacterial conditions, Sores, Ulcers, Acne, Boils, Asthma, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Muscular Pain and Spasms...."

Neem Oil for horses - naturallyequine.com

Admin — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 04:20:05 GMT

From naturallyequine.com

"Traditionally known as the "village pharmacy", the Neem tree's pesticidal and medicinal properties have been known and used for centuries in India. A natural oil from the Neem Tree which has wonderful properties not least of which is the ability to annihilate many serious skin conditions.

Applying a cream containing neem oil topically has been used for centuries to reduce inflammation. A compound called sodium nimbinate found in neem leaves has been shown to provide significant relief to inflamed tissue....."