Small Acreage Horse Keeping

I have studied herbal medicine and nursing, and though very human orientated, it has given me some insight into which herbs could help my horses when they have some health issues. My nursing training has also come in handy when it comes to some physical intervention, like pulling stitches, giving injections and taking blood. It also helps me to understand how the horse's physiology works and how things are linked together in how the body funcitons, after all, horses are mammals as well. Having that knowledge I gained through my formal studies, togher with the knowledge I gained through informal study about pastures and pasture managment, the anatomy and physiology of a horse and its nutritional requirements throughout its life cycles, I can make a educated decision in regards to the health care of my horses.

 If you are interested in natural horse care, do some research, find reputeable practitioners, attend workshops and courses, learn about pastures and pasture management, learn about herbs, grasses and weeds, study the anantomy and physiology of horses, etc, etc - basically educate yourself well utilising reputable sources and practitioners. You don't have to have 'formal' education to develop a natural feeding and health regime for your own horse, but if you do educate yourself ... make it the best you can get!

 I think as horse owners and lovers we have a responsibility towards our beloved horses to educate ourselves about their needs, emotionally and physically, and provide for them an environment that keeps them healthy and happy. 

Please remember that the information on this website is NOT veterinary advise and you should always consult your veterinarian before using herbs to treat any acute condition. Quick veterinary intervention can be life saving to your horse. Where chronic conditions are treated, please talk to your veterinarian about your plans to use herbs to manage your horse's health condition. This is important as herbs can interact with your horse's regular medication regime.