In the world of equestrian pursuits, from dressage to show jumping, rodeo to ranch work, and everything in between, the bond between a rider and their horse is a thing of pure beauty. It's a connection that transcends words, where trust and understanding are forged stride by stride. You meticulously tailor their diet, fine-tune their [...]
In the vast, mysterious depths of the ocean, hidden beneath the waves, lies a secret that has fascinated and nurtured humanity for centuries – shark liver oil. Often associated with legends of maritime adventures and tales of rugged explorers, this unassuming elixir from the deep is now making waves in the world of modern health [...]
If you're as passionate about these majestic creatures as we are, you'll understand that a horse's well-being is more than just skin-deep. It's about the vitality, the spirit, and the undeniable grace they bring into our lives. But have you ever considered the significant role that weight management plays in your horse's journey towards [...]
During spring, grass undergoes rapid growth and contains as much as 80% water. It's tender, low in fibre, and easily chewable. The delightful taste of spring grass is a favourite among horses and ponies. However, excessive consumption of this fresh grass can lead to digestive disturbances, often evident in looser, greener, and more watery manure [...]
Big head, scientifically known as nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism, is a distressing condition affecting horses. It results from imbalances in dietary calcium and phosphorus ratios, causing the body to leach calcium from the bones. However, a solution has emerged in the form of Marine Calcium. This natural supplement has shown promising results in combating big head [...]
Diatomaceous earth is a natural product that is made up of the fossilized remains of tiny aquatic organisms called diatoms. When fed to horses, it can have several potential benefits as a natural dewormer, including: Diatomaceous Earth is Safe for the horse Unlike traditional chemical dewormers, diatomaceous earth is a natural product that is safe [...]
Marine calcium is beneficial for racehorses and performance horses due to its unique composition and properties that support bone health and overall performance. Marine calcium is derived from the exoskeletons of marine animals such as deep sea ocean fish and molluscs, and is considered to be a more bioavailable source of calcium compared to other [...]
It has long been known that joint pain in horses can be reduced with omega-3 by reducing inflammation. Previously fish oil was the supplement that we used to increase omega-3 levels however we now know that Green Lipped Mussels (GLM) from New Zealand are 100 times more potent than fish oil! 100% Pure NZ [...]
A natural solution to lameness caused by ringbone Over the years we have had a number of ringbone cases with varying degrees of lameness. If you find you have a horse with this problem contact us for help. The treatment we give them is all the same. That being, Marine Calcium and Joint Care. Marine [...]
It has long been known that joint pain can be reduced with omega-3 by reducing inflammation in humans, horses and dogs. Previously fish oil was the supplement that everyone used however we now know that Green Lipped Mussels from New Zealand are 100 times more potent than fish oil! Research in Green Lipped Mussels The [...]