Equine Wellness Through Natural Horse Care
There is only one thing that I hate about spring- MUD. So. much. mud. Otherwise, I am a big fan of warmer temperatures, being able to see the grass, shedding horses, and the return of songbirds. It is always a struggle to keep horses health and happy during mud season, but we have found a
Does your horse struggle with chronic issues or are you looking to keep your horse healthy through preventative care? Alternative healing may be the answer! Alternative and naturopathic medicine has recently regained popularity with humans and can also be beneficial for our equine partners. Often combining contemporary traditional medicine along with alternative therapies, holistic healing
Horses are expressive creatures and with close observation, you can learn to interpret the many gestures and movements that make up your horse’s language. Beyond happy nickers when your horse anticipates a treat, a horse’s face gives us many clues to interpret and can lead us to understanding our pony pals better. What His Muzzle
I am a huge fan of using essential oils with my horses. From skin and hoof funk, to shooing away pesky buggers, essential oils are my go-to both in the barn and in the house. Over the course of the next several weeks, I will be highlighting my favorite oils and how I use them
In the modern world, we have a plethora of options when it comes to treating medical problems for both ourselves and our animals. All you have to do it take a stroll through the tack shop or feed store, you’ll find shelf upon shelf loaded with supplements, hoof dressings, salves, liniments, etc. According to the
Want to learn how to use essential oils to promote health and wellness with your furry friends? Hippie Horsekeeping is hosting a FREE online class on our Facebook page as we speak (Hooray!!). Just go into our events and select discussion to view tons of helpful info on using oils with animals including Mr. Whiskers,
George’s hooves are a pain. Literally for him, and figuratively for me. The big chestnut goof ball who loves to give hugs, always comes over to say hello when you walk out into the backyard, and really really loves treats, has struggled with his hooves since he arrived at the farm four years ago. At
The therapeutic benefits of massage for humans have recently become a mainstream topic of conversation. No longer limited to high-end spas and resorts, massage has taken root as an accessible practice and is offered at many salons, businesses, clinics, and even airports. The practice of massage can have therapeutic benefits for our equine partners as
A recent viral post has made many people wonder about the safety of using essential oils on and around their household pets. To help eliminate confusion and highlight necessary precautions, I will be hosting a FREE (woohoo) online class this Friday on our Facebook page about essential oils and animals. The live portion of the
A horse’s tail makes excellent fly swatter! Of course, it can also give us a number of subtle and no-so-subtle clues to our horse’s mind. Clamped Tail- Not unlike dogs, when a horse’s tail is clamped down it is a sign of stress or nervousness. He may also tuck in his hindquarters and shift his weight