Exposing the Disguised Signals of Early Onset Liver Compromise in Horses In Part 1 of this 3 part series (click here to read it now), we discussed what signs are commonly thought of and recognized when it comes to a liver imbalance in horses. For many horse owners concerns like your horse being lethargic, loss […]
Untold Connections of Liver Health for Horses – Part 1
Revealing Hidden Signs of Compromised Liver Health for Horses When you think about liver imbalance with your horse, what signs come to mind? Most commonly you might think of concerns like your horse being lethargic, loss of appetite, neurologic abnormalities, jaundice, or other extreme symptoms or conditions. Although you’re not wrong… these are signs of […]
5 Reasons to Choose Chia Seed as a Horse Supplement
Promoting Health By Selecting Chia Seeds As A Horse Supplement- It’s hard to find an all in one horse supplement… but one of my favorite go-to options for natural supplementation is chia seeds… I’m curious have you tried them with your horse yet?? The chia seed has amazing nutritional value in a tiny package! Some […]
Aloe Vera- A Natural Effective Horse Supplement
Giving Your Horse Aloe Vera Gel or Juice Although using Aloe vera for horses is not a new concept in horse health, there are still many horse owners who do not know the health-promoting benefits of feeding aloe gel or juice. Let’s explore why Aloe vera gel or juice makes a great natural horse supplement […]
The Three Amigos of Equine Digestive Health
The Keys to Equine Digestive Health For horses that regularly graze on live grass or pasture, they will get these “three amigos” naturally. But for horses that have little to no graze time or are under higher stresses (performance horses or horses that or ill or injured, horses being hauled for long distances, etc.) these […]
Hidden Risk Factors and Kidney Problems in Horses
Signs of Kidney Problems in Horses The truth is acute kidney problems in horses tend to get underdiagnosed. Because the symptoms are similar to other conditions. For example, if your horse appears lethargic, depressed, has a loss of appetite, or experiences edema especially of their legs and lower abdomen they could be showing signs of […]
Equine Metabolic Concerns – Asking a New Question
The Rise in Equine Metabolic Concerns – What is Happening to Our Horses- Here at Equine Essential Wellness, our focus is on health, not disease or illness. Although, when people reach out to us it is often in relation to health concerns their horse is experiencing. For a long time, the number one concern people […]
Is Your Horse’s Lifestyle Set to Health or Disease?
Raising Awareness to What Path our Horse’s Lifestyle is Set on- It’s important to recognize that we live in a world of opposites… good-bad, right-wrong, left-right, up-down, hot-cold, etc. This concept also includes health and disease. What determines which is more prevalent or what major factor contributes to whether our horse enjoys and maintains health […]
3 Steps To Feeling Fulfilled With The Time Spent With Your Horse
Now some might read that title and think, but I’m already fulfilled and satisfied with all the time spend with my horse… But I’m curious, do you ever feel aimless, uncertain, or maybe even incompetent when it comes to sessions with your horse? I know I do… sometimes it seems the pressure is on […]
Equine Naturopathy – Discover Nature’s Health Care
Genuine Health Care – Promoting Horse Health Through Nature’s Laws Equine Naturopathy- is something many of you might not be familiar with… I know for me I hadn’t heard of it and yet had been modeling and teaching its principles for many years. While searching for more options for improving and furthering my education and […]
Horses Emotions and their Effects on Horse Behavior and Health
Understanding the Connection Between Horses Emotions, Horse Behavior, and Health Emotions are energy in motion and are a result of your or the horse’s state, psychology, thoughts, and feelings. Emotions have the power to create or destroy and we have the option to choose which. As horse owner’s we can help our horses do the […]
Why Colic in Horses is the Most Dangerous Digestive Problem
Staying Ahead of Equine Colic “It’s colic”… perhaps one of the most dreaded phrases for horse owners and rightly so. Second only to old-age, colic is the leading medical cause of death in horses. Any episode of equine colic may threaten your horse’s life and should be treated as an emergency. Sadly, colic is a […]
In Loving Memory of Sage
An angel was given her wings as she served the earth with her life. Some might see the loss of a horse as only a heartbreak. Others might not think much of it at all… when one of my clients lose a horse it can spark a sense of impostor syndrome in me as I […]
The Most Effective Horse Cough Remedies
My horse is coughing what can I do? When breathing is restricted from a horse coughing, heaving, or experiencing labored respiration it’s enough to panic any horse owner. Add to that the long list of horse coughing remedies and opinions… where’s the best place to start?!? You as the owner might experience your own labored […]
Effective Best Kept Secret To Equine Allergy Support
When you think allergies, think Immune System… When your horse is suffering with allergies it’s a clear indicator of an imbalance within the immune system. The immune system might be overacting and “angry”, or weak and compromised. Most traditional methods are focused on masking the symptoms which are unique to each horse and often include […]
More Than Scratching The Surface… Relieving Your Horse’s Skin Conditions
Your horse’s skin is the largest elimination organ working in synergy with the liver, kidneys, lung, and intestines to clear the body of morbid waste and toxins. Your horse’s skin has an ecosystem and environment all its own and if the pH or the microbial population is offset and becomes out of balance you will […]
Why use Essential Oils with Your Horse?
The Horse Health Promoting Benefits of Essential Oils Back in 2011, my mare Pokey lost control of her hindquarters. Essential oils were one of the things I did, along with changing her diet and lifestyle that I attribute to her going from multiple recommendations of euthanasia to still being here with me today. Naturally, my […]
Why Choose Flower Essences for Your Horse
What is a Flower Essence? Flower essences are a great natural remedy that work on an energetic level. The vibrational essence is obtained from flower petals. Through an electrically charged combination of water and preservative you can utilize the benefits of a flower essence with just a few drops internally or topically. Harmonizing and enhancing […]
Getting in front of thyroid dysfunction
Is your horse’s thyroid at risk? Although there aren’t statistics to reveal the shocking numbers of thyroid imbalance in horses, a quick survey of horse owners you know would likely give you an indication of the reality that many horses have an imbalance with their thyroid. Thyroid imbalances or conditions in horses can include a […]
How to Conquer Thrush
What’s smelly, lingers, and lurks inside the cracks, crevasses, and sulcus of your horse’s hoof? I bet you’ve guessed it… thrush. Most horses at one point or another experience this stinky, corrosive concern. Because the truth of the matter is, the hoof by design is like a vacation home and ideal environment for bacteria and […]
Setting Your Horse’s Body To Pathogen Destroying Mode
Your Horse’s Lymphatic System Is The Path To Turning On Defense Mode- Does your horse struggle with allergies? Are they sensitive to climate changes? Maybe your horse is experiencing health, but you know that in this day and age you have to take extra measures to keep it that way… Supporting your horse’s lymphatic system […]
Health Problems Stem From The Relationship
The Horse Is a Reflection of The Rider- You have likely heard it said a million different ways in relation to horsemanship, that the horse’s behavior is merely a reflection of the handler. It comes down to the leadership of the person and the relationship between them and their horse. Would you be surprised if […]
Seizures in Horses – Exploring New Perspectives
Although not considered common in horses, seizures are a concern that exists and for the horse owner that has to watch their horse suffer through them, “commonality” is not a care. Finding their horse relief is the only focus. I’m certainly no seizure expert… and overall, seizures are a very complicated and complex problem that […]
The Best 3 Essential Oils To Comfort The Senior Horse
Senior horses hold a special place in my heart… how about you? In a world that is ready to toss them aside after their years of loyalty and dedication… we can take a stand and bring them relief. Sometimes it can be that people don’t want to provide the extra care a senior horse needs. […]
The Time and Money Trap of Horse Ownership
Owning A Horse Is Expensive… I get it… as horse owners, we have expenses and time-consuming tasks that people who don’t own horses, don’t have. Although that is a reality, I find that too many horse owners are living in a self-made trap of limiting beliefs and myths. These hide in a blind spot we […]
