Seaweed/Kelp        

An excellent source of vitamins and minerals. Rich in iodine for strengthening the hair and ideal as an all round conditioner for all your animals essential minerals. Contains sulphur which acts as a purifier and tonic for the whole body. Seaweed should be introduced slowly into your horses feed due to its strong flavour.

Valerian- Valeriana officinalis-

Parts used-Roots

Sedative, antispasmodic and laxative.

An excellent herb for relieving tension and stress without causing drowsiness. Used extensively in Europe for stress it can be very helpful in calming your horse before events and when your horse is generally excitable. Now a forbidden substance for American Horse Show Association and FEI International Show Regulations due to its undisputed success.

Vervain- Verbena officinalis-

Parts used-Aerial parts

Sedative, antispasmodic, helps restore nerves.

Uses: Helps to restore the nervous system especially after an illness. Also good for calming an excitable horse and generally encouraging good, calm behaviour.

White Willow-Salix alba

 Parts used-Bark

Anti-inflammatory and pain killer, antiseptic. Horses will readily eat young shoots and foliage. Combines well with Devil’s Claw as an anti-inflammatory. Good for the treatment of fevers, colic and rheumatism.

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