... behavioural disturbances.
Dosage :
Generally 20-40 g daily
...
2.
Garlic
(Herbs/Herbs - Descriptions)
... digestion garlic supports the development of natural bacterial flora whilst killing pathogens. Used in a prophylactic way it can guard against cough, viral infection and worm infestation.
Dosage ...
... Toxic Liver and Digestive conditions.
Dosage
dried leaves 30 grams daily; fresh roots 4 -5, 20 grams dried root daily.
...
... of scar tissue, arthritis and proud flesh.
Dosage
20 - 30 grams daily (1-2 per day) for short term use. Comfrey is very good to use as a compress or poultice particularly for external ulcers. ...
... on its own or in combination with herbs specific for hormonal balance.
Dosage
Average dosage for horses approx 450 kg is 15 grams daily in feed.
Note
If you intend to breed from a mare it would ...
...
Dosage
10 grams daily or start with 1 teaspoon once or twice a day and if necessary may be increased to 2 teaspoons once or twice a day. Often used in conjunction with other herbs.
...
... moulds and yeasts.
Dosage
As it is a hypnotic herb do not exceed ½ cup of dried leaves or 2 teaspoonfuls of the powdered herb daily. This herb may be used indefinitely but not exceedingly daily ...
8.
Uva Ursi
(Herbs/Herbs - Descriptions)
... it, most notably arbutin, which fight bacteria, encourage excretion and reduce inflammation.
Dosage
10 grams of the dried leaves daily.
...
9.
Yarrow
(Herbs/Herbs - Descriptions)
... many musculo-skeletal, hoof and foot problems.
Dosage
25 gr per day dried herb. Pour a cup of boiling water over 3 teaspoonful of herb and allow to stand for 15 minutes to make a compress for wounds. ...
... activity. In addition - anecdotal evidence have indicated that Pau D'Arco has cancer fighting activity.
Dosage
For long term support 1 tablespoonful of the powdered herb given daily. Intensive ...
... zinc as well as iron, sodium, iodine and B-complex.
Dosage
15ml of the powdered root daily. A cupful of dried leaves can be simmered for 5 minutes and poured over the feed. A decoction can be made ...
... heart issues should be done in consultation with your vet / herbalist.
Dosage
Recommended is 2 tablespoonful of the powdered berry to to three times daily.
...
... requires toning and calming
Wood Betony is a good support for Eyebright, Ginkgo or Hawthorn Berry.
Dosage
No more than ½ cup of the dried cut herb twice a day.
Caution
Do not use during ...
14.
Gingko
(Herbs/Herbs - Descriptions)
... the blood
Dosage
1 cupful twice a day
...
15.
Fennel
(Herbs/Herbs - Descriptions)
... and mares. This is the dieter's herb
Dosage
1 tablespoon of seeds given twice daily is sufficient.
Caution: Some say this herb needs specialist prescribing as it is usually given in association with ...
... made from a tea.
Dosage
Internally give 20 - 30 grams daily.
Externally for chronic watery ey conditions, rinse your horse's eyes with an infusion made from dried plant daily made fresh as well ...
17.
Nettle
(Herbs/Herbs - Descriptions)
... and can be used as a feed additive where green feed is needed (intolerance of Lucerne).
Dosage
20 - 30 grams daily
Caution: Some horses can react to nettles developing small raised lumps under ...
... milk in nursing mares.
Specific indication: Flatulent digestive pain
Dosage
15 - 20 grams daily (or 1 - 2 cupfuls as needed)
Note: This herb might test positive at a prohibited level for ...
19.
Parsley
(Herbs/Herbs - Descriptions)
... the joints like rheumatism .
Good for horses during an intensive training period.
Expectorant - having the action of encouraging the passage of mucus up the bronchials.
Dosage
20 -30 grams 1 ...
20.
Mugwort
(Herbs/Herbs - Descriptions)
... improve appetite and digestive function.
Dosage
30 grams daily
Caution
Do not use on pregnant or nursing mares as some of its constituents may be passed on through the milk.
...
... not allergic against pollen). It is also used for sinusitis.
Dosage
5 grams of powdered root as needed.
...
... oil, flavonoids, mucilage, protein, alkaloids and some minerals - calcium, which is vital during nursing. Combined with Garlic it helps release their potency.
Dosage
20 grams daily.
Caution: ...
... effective in the treatment of post-viral syndrome. (Ross River Fever). Colds, flu, respiratory and skin conditions all benefit from Echinacea.
Dosage
Only dose for up to 3 weeks at a time 10-20 ...
... any form of degenerative joint disorder (connective tissue) or bony changes resulting in inflammation.
Useful for the rehabilitated horse who has suffered tendon or ligament damage in the past.
Dosage ...
25.
Valerian
(Herbs/Herbs - Descriptions)
...
Use
At the correct dosage it can help to relax and calm horses without them losing their faculties, becoming doped or affecting their performance. It is ideal for relieving nervousness and ...
26.
Vervain
(Herbs/Herbs - Descriptions)
... ulcers and inflammation of the eyes.
Dosage
20 - 30 grams of the dried herb daily. For the brew add 1 handful of herb to ½ liter of boiling water.
...
... which gives it is anti-inflammatory action. Very useful addressing pain.
Specific indication: Rheumatoid arthritis and other systemic connective tissue disorders.
Dosage
2 teaspoons daily to ...
... indication: Gastro-intestinal disturbance associated nervous irritability.
Dosage
general for average sized horse (450kg) 1 handful in feed daily
Note
A constituent of this herb is restricted ...
29.
Licorice
(Herbs/Herbs - Descriptions)
...
Dosage
10 - 20 grams daily. When treating ulcers give 1 teaspoon of licorice powder mixed into a handful of feed before main meal.
Caution: Licorice should not be used in excessive doses or ...
... imbalances by protecting the digestive tract and reducing excess acid.
It can be added to a blood-cleansing blend of herbs to help removing toxins.
Dosage
aprox. 20 - 30 grams once or twice a day ...
... introducing chemicals or chemical pollution has burdened the liver.
Dosage
10 - 15 gram daily/ or a tablespoon twice a day. As it is slowly released into the system it is necessary to give this ...
... scouring and the prevention and treatment of gut ulceration.
Dosage
For digestive and scouring problems mix 2 tablespoons of slippery elm with 'live' yoghurt and/ or raw honey (or mashed banana) ...
...
Caution: Do not feed to a pregnant mare or a horse with a serious kidney disorder!
General Dosage
5-10 grams daily (or 1 tablespoon twice a day)
...
... it is an excellent herb for the lymphatic and urinary system.
Dosage
15-20 grams of flower heads daily. Externally use ½ liter of boiling water and 3 handfuls of flowers to make a compress or ...
... and diarrhea.
Dosage
15 - 20 gram once daily for pleasure horses or ponies is sufficient, 15 grams twice a day for the performance horse.
...
... with other purifying herbs such as yellow dock and burdock.
Dosage
1-2 handful of the flower heads daily into the feed. 2 handful of flowers with ½ a litre of boiling water.
Caution: Red ...