by Catherine Stott | Dec 14, 2017 | Our Blog
Did someone say Christmas? I can’t believe Christmas is less than 2 weeks away. Where has the year gone? I swear every year goes past more quickly than the last, but maybe that’s just a sign of growing older! How’s your Christmas shopping going? Not sure what to get your horsey friends? Maybe your yard does a Secret Santa. Well, you can always resort to the usual go-to’s of smellies, boxes of chocolates or a bottle of Prosecco but how about something a little bit different which is also very handy and practical to have around the yard? Pro-Equine can help find that perfect gift.
by Catherine Stott | Nov 29, 2017 | Our Blog
We’re delighted that 2 of our sponsored riders have qualified for the BD Petplan Championships at Inter 1 level. Carmen and Leya and Louisa and Arnie both qualified in October at different competitions and will travel to Hartpury in April. Louisa tells the eventful story of her and Arnie’s qualification, which didn’t exactly go according to plan!
by Catherine Stott | Nov 15, 2017 | Our Blog
They say prevention is better than cure and now that we are heading into the depths of winter a big concern for horse owners is the dreaded mud fever. This can be a painful and sometimes debilitating problem for horses, but it can be prevented. At this time of year, the ground is wet and mud is often a big issue. If your horse is out 24/7 then it may not have a chance to escape it and even if it is stabled, getting the legs dry and clean can be easier said than done. To help prevent mud fever Pro-Equine recommend the use of Mud Bug Buster. There is no need to wash or scrub the legs. So long as they are dry just slap it on! Mud Bug Buster is antibacterial and creates a protective waterproof barrier, stopping the mud from breaking down the skin. The key ingredient is Neem which is well known for its healing properties.
by Catherine Stott | Nov 5, 2017 | Our Blog
It’s not just the owners coughing and sneezing and feeling rotten at this time of year! As we prepare to stable our horses more over this winter it is more common to hear that dreaded horse cough from our equine friends as they spend more time indoors.
The causes of winter coughs tend to be either environmental or an infection. Environmental causes include dust, mould or spores from hay or bedding, which get into the lungs and cause inflammation in the airways. Although herbs should never be used as an alternative to any veterinary medication a horse might need, they can certainly help in the treatment of many conditions and especially during the recovery process. Pro-Equine offers two supplements to help reduce the frequency and intensity of coughing. Airway and Pro-Breathe. Both FEI approved, herbal extracts soothe the airways and relax bronchial spasms. Selected herbs also fight viruses that cause respiratory illnesses.
by Catherine Stott | Oct 27, 2017 | Our Blog
What is neem oil you may ask and how do I use it for my horse? Read on to find out.
