Recent content by lizzi2

I think it depends on type of cherry tree. See this article from a veterinary website (that I usually find is good) - http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/top-5-trees-poisonous-large-animals?pageID=4 If you're still unsure, maybe worth giving your Vet a call for advice? :)

Ginger Biscuits! Find my lot love them - crumbled over meds, it seems to really disguise taste. Or sandwiches....the donkeys love sandwiches with supplements, bit different, but worth a try? :)

could be because prone to laminitis OR that if has molasses it causes her to get wound-up/over-excitable, molasses can be a good energy source that some horses don't need! So yes expect is a dietary requirement - grass/hay doesn't always give enough energy/nutritional requirements - maybe...

Would get the Vet to have a look to see what's causing the scabs and itchiness. Could be an allergic reaction to something - a skin test maybe needed. I've got a chestnut mare and although sensitive skinned she doesn't get any more itchy than my others who're different colours. Only time gets...

Is she ok to be groomed in that area? A lot of horses have a sensitive spot somewhere - probably nothing to worry about. But if you're worried maybe worth getting an equine massage therapist or physio out to have a look and give you some pointers on massaging?

Maybe worth getting the vet out for their opinion? Aloe Vera is great for digestive health, get the best supplement you can though as the different companies who produce it vary a lot!

As with any complementary therapy Acupuncture can be really helpful in certain circumstances. A lot depends on the ailment, the horse, and general care. It maybe worth you contacting a Veterinary Acupuncturist for their view (check out the Association of British Veterinary Acupuncturists...

agree with first reply - definitely get vet to have a look - particularly as wetter weather is with us, if not sorted out, then probably won't get better anytime soon.

I'm in North Devon and had Witham Vale Arena's do my manege - have been very pleased with it.

sorry to hear that - is never good to get mixed messages (even if inadvertent) from the vet. yes physiotherapy definitely should be worth a try - can help with rehab from injuries. Massage, acupuncture, homeopathy and laser therapy can all help with tendon injuries. maybe worth getting a...

would say that a rubber curry probably is too much for him - a soft body brush maybe better. (some horses have very sensitive skin, and finding the right brush can take time). Plus warm water rather than cold - after all, cold water hosed over us would tense our muscles up! if you're really...

Hi I use turmeric for my mare who has arthritis. I mix it with coconut milk, black pepper and Aloe Vera gel. (buy all 3 separately, so i can adjust as needed - if weather's good and she's not too bad she has less of the turmeric and more of the aloe, etc). Overall, i'd say it has helped...

If you're interested in trying a holistic approach, then Bach Flower Remedies are worth a try. They can be used to help with learning. The Bach Centre have a list of animal specialists at their website at http://www.bachcentre.com/found/an_list.php Hope helps! :)

Bach Flower Remedies or essential oils can help to relax, and flower remedies particularly help with educating that it's not that bad. Try to be reassuring but confident and only do a little bit at a time.

Hi having some poles on the ground to walk, trot or canter over can be good variety - don't necessarily need to be in any particular place.....although there are lots of different ways you can place poles to practice lengthening, shortening, etc (e.g. fan shaped). If no poles, then having...