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Holistic Education & Information
Discover a wealth of knowledge and insights on our education and information page, dedicated to empowering pet owners and enthusiasts. Explore a diverse range of topics, from holistic well-being approaches like Acupressure and Red Light Therapy to specific conditions in which holistic care can be complementary.
Equine Protozoal Encephalitis (EPM)– Causes, Prevention, and Management with Acupressure Therapy
EPM stands for Equine Protozoal Encephalitis, a disease of the central nervous system. EPM is caused by a protozoan, Sarcocystis Neurona.
Mar 1, 202312 min read
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Strangles: Understanding, Preventing, and Managing the Equine Respiratory Challenge
As the name indicates, strangles is an infection that blocks the throat. This infection is caused by bacteria called Streptococcus equi.
Feb 22, 202314 min read
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Comprehensive Guide to Managing Heaves in Horses for Optimal Health
Heaves, also known as Recurrent Airway Obstruction, is a common respiratory disease in horses like asthma is in humans.
Feb 7, 202314 min read
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The Anatomy of the Equine Mouth and Why Dental Health is Important
Horses are herbivores & their teeth wear down due to continuous grazing. Horses also have teeth that continually grow throughout their life.
Jan 16, 202315 min read
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Equine Lameness: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options Including Red Light Therapy
Lameness in equines is not necessarily a disease but a major symptom indicating severe pain and discomfort.
Dec 27, 202224 min read
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Equine Spinal Health: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding, Treating, and Preventing Kissing Spine
Kissing Spine is an orthopedic disorder that occurs in certain breeds of horses. The thoracic vertebrae is most likely to be affected.
Dec 20, 202213 min read
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Optimizing Equine Nutrition: Expert Tips and Professional Insights for Healthy Horses
Understanding their nutritional needs to implementing practical feeding strategies that promote health and vitality.
Sep 20, 202211 min read
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Interesting Facts about Thoroughbreds
Thoroughbreds are more than a racing breed. There are countless characteristics and facts that make it a supreme choice for horse owners.
Sep 12, 202212 min read
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The Essential Horse Care: Tips for Every Equestrian
This basic guide includes how to take care of horses. Horses of different breeds, temperaments and ages may need different requirements.
Sep 5, 202223 min read
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Understanding Tying Up: A Closer Look at Equine Muscle Spasms and How to Aid Your Horse
Tying up develops due to irregular exercise and feeding schedule. The mechanism of contraction and relaxation of muscles is disturbed.
Aug 29, 202218 min read
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The Journey of a Thoroughbred Racehorse: From Birth to Retirement
A typical day in the life of a racehorse revolves around feeding, exercises, vet checks, nap time, and night checks.
Aug 22, 202216 min read
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6 Exercises for Horses in Training Plus Therapies to Aid Exercise Recovery
In the horse's body, different muscles serve different purposes, and it is important to exercise each muscle to prevent any damage or injury
Aug 15, 20228 min read
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Complementary Therapies for Equines: A Holistic Approach
Practitioners who are experienced in these complementary modalities use techniques like acupressure, massage & PEMF for a holistic approach
Jul 25, 202217 min read
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Exploring the Different Horseback Riding Disciplines: Which One is Right for You?
Horseback riding can be divided into English and Western riding styles. Each style has many different disciplines within it.
Jul 11, 202230 min read
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Navigating the Summer Sizzle: Understanding Heatstroke in Horses
Heat stroke damages the body by denaturing different proteins and cellular membranes at the cellular level.
Jun 20, 202223 min read
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Balancing Energy and Enhancing Well-Being: The Power of Acupressure for Animals
Acupressure is a holistic medicine approach in which a certain amount of pressure is applied on specific points on the body.
May 23, 202220 min read
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Aromatherapy for Horses, Dogs and Cats: Enhancing Well-being with Essential Oils
Aromatherapy is a holistic medicinal approach in which we utilize plant extracts to treat several health problems and promote animal health
May 16, 202217 min read
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8 Common Musculoskeletal Problems in Horses
Musculoskeletal disorders involve the injuries of joints, nerves, muscles, tendons, spinal discs, and cartilage.
May 9, 202213 min read
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Does Your Horse Need Herbal Supplements?
Herbal supplements are made from plants and are meant for both internal and external usage. They have many benefits.
Apr 18, 202215 min read
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Equine Gastric Ulcers: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Racehorses, performance, endurance, and even pleasure horses are affected by gastric ulcers.
Apr 11, 202214 min read
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