Garlic seems to work for some horses and not others in keeping flies away – it’s the sulphurous smell that’s supposed to be effective. But as with all things, you can have too much of a good thing and too much garlic (or onions, which are closely related) can cause a problem called Heinz Body Anaemia, which can result in damage to the red blood corpuscles and lead to the horse becoming anaemic. Ensure you give your horse a month's break from garlic once or twice a year. Garlic is a useful herb with antibacterial properties. It’s also a good source of organic sulphur, and as well as thinning the blood and improving the circulation, it also thins mucous so that coughing is more productive and, therefore, recovery from respiratory infections is quicker. Before antibiotics, garlic poultices were used on open wounds and it was the discovery of the high level of sulphur in garlic that led to the development of the sulphonamide drugs. 🛒 Buy Simple System Garlic Granules: Garlic Granules
Rain fall can trigger growth akin to a spring flush, especially if temperatures are high. Even whilst true spring may be in the past, the risk for those prone to laminitis will rise.
For the second consecutive Sunday, presenter Adam Henson has discussed the use of sainfoin during Countryfile.
''Feed the mare to feed the foal'' - wise words from many an experienced breeder. With little grass due to the dry weather, grazing can be topped up in the feed bowl.