Holistic Wellness
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Changing Your Horse’s Nutrition with the Seasons
It happened! After months of Ferrous not able to sweat sufficiently to cool his body temperature, we had a breakthrough. My Welsh/ Appendix pony has anhidrosis, also known as “no sweat”. The past…
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The Obesity Factor: Balancing Healthy Weight and Spoiling Your Pet
Often we show our love for our pets with the provision of food. Show affection while keeping your pet from being overweight with these tips. Each year I attend pet-friendly events to support non-profit…
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Protect Your Pet with Consumer’s Advocate Top Ten Pet Insurance Review Guide 2018
I look at my client’s owner and understand how relieved they are to see their dog relaxed and happy, but knowing it is an additional cost they pay. They only want the best…
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Avoid Injury While Working with Horses
I love talking about my work with horses and dogs and how I can help them through sports massage. But my favorite responses are when I tell them what I do for a…
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Anhidrosis and Your Horse: Managing Symptoms
Ah, summer. The beautiful lush grass and extended daylight lead to more time in the saddle and with your favorite equine. But when your horse has anhidrosis or “no sweat”, summer can be…
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Enzymes: A Natural Alternative to Antibiotics
We all know that fragile, delicate horse. You know the one that unerringly finds the solitary rusted nail along the fence line of a paddock? Or the horse that has no idea how…
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How to Check For Hydration In Your Horse
It’s extremely important to know when your horse may be dehydrated and how to prevent dehydration. In the summer heat, dehydration can become fatal if left untreated and cause your horse to…
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Healthy Hemp for Hip Dysplasia
HempMy Pet is the first certified organic, vertically-integrated hemp-oil production company, growing their hemp on their Colorado farm and having a hand in every aspect. I spoke with one of the co-founders…
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Phys-phys-physio
At the start of 2018, I’d had enough of avoiding dressage like the plague. I’d tried to kid myself for some time that if I preferred jumping, that I didn’t need dressage anyway.…
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The Power of Holistic Wellness
What is holistic wellness and why should it be widely available to all? The term is rather straightforward. Holistic meaning treating the “whole” body. Holistic veterinarians and health providers alike account for mental…
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Vet Chat Episode 2- Limping and Hip Pain in Your Dog
My dog Gonzo injured himself again. Recently he presented with a significant limp in his right hind. He will occasionally overdo it and strain a muscle. Last July, he pulled both hips out…
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Providing Laminitis Pain Relief with Equine Massage Therapy
One of the major physical conditions that affects horses is laminitis.It is believed that the diet of a horse has a lot to do with it. But you can provide pain relief…