Chasteberries are useful for Cushings horses to reduce symptoms. It it also helpful for moody mares. The berries need to be finely ground when fed to horses.
Dosage: 1 tbsp of berries per day. Will need to grind berries.
CoMal Q10 contains a compound known as coenzyme Q10 (or CoQ10) in proprietary stabilization oils. CoQ10 protects cells in organs throughout the body and is vital to energy production in the cells. Because the heart has a high energy requirement, supplementing with CoQ10 helps to maintain a healthy heart. CoQ10 also supports normal gum tissue health and helps support oxidative balance in cell membranes.
Cosequin ASU, Professional Strength, 80 day supply
Nutramax has re-invented joint health support for horses with Cosequin ASU. Cosequin ASU goes above and beyond the traditional glucosamine/chondroitin sulfate products on the market. Cosequin ASU contains NMX1000 avocado/soybean unsaponifiables (ASU) formulated with FCHG49 glucosamine hydrochloride and TRH122 low molecular weight chondroitin sulfate. Plus the addition of high purity MSM. This sets Cosequin ASU apart from any other joint health supplement for horses. And all in a tasty, easy to administer powder. Contains 1300 grams.
Dosage: With a loading dose the container lasts 40 days; for maintenance the container lasts 80 days.
Price: $163.75
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Milk Thistle, Whole - 16 oz
Feed milk thistle to horses that are insulin-resistant (IR) because it has a protective effect on the liver. It also contains certain minerals, such as selenium, which help some horses cope with the muscle soreness that can occur with IR. I suggest one tablespoon daily of freshly-ground milk thistle seeds.
Dosage: 1 tbsp of seeds twice a day for 10 days to 3 weeks.
Price: $23.25
First Aid Kit (Homeopathic)
This kit contains the 10 core homeopathic remedies that belong in any holistic first aid kit. Each remedy contains multiple doses and comes in a 2 dram bottle. The remedies included in this kit are:
- Aconite 1m
- Apis 200c
- Arnica 1m
- Arsenicum 30c
- Chamomilla 30c
- Colchicum 30c
- Hypericum 1m
- Nux vomica 6c
- Pulsatilla 200c
- Silicea 30c
Price: $120.00
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Oculotrophin PMG - Standard Process (90 tabs)
Oculotrophin is a supplement designed to promote and maintain eye health. Oculotrophin contains what is called a protomorphagen which is the component of the eye tissue which triggers the immune response. The wear and tear from the sustained chemical activity caused by the constant processing of light - particularly blue and ultraviolet, can cause wear to the eye. The eye is composed of numerous proteins, amino acids, enzymes, mineral and vitamin complexes; each combining in different concentrations to maintain normal visual function. Maintenance of proper nutrient levels within the eye is important to maintaining eye health.
The primary ingredient in Oculotrophin is 125 Mg Of bovine eye PMG extract, along with calcium lactate and magnesium citrate.
Price: $19.25
Formula 11 (FM11) Herbal Liniment
Made by Circle Star Farms, FM11 is an economical and easy to use product that can be used on a daily basis. It is used both externally as a liniment, poultice or brace and internally as a FM11 is an all-natural herbal supplement for all types of horses, from performance horses to broodmares. In "The Whole Horse Journal" there was an article on Liniments which featured FM11, which became known as "The Liniment You Can Eat". This product also is recommended by various veterinarians for application in cases of laminitis.
Ingredients: White Oak Bark, Black Walnut Hull, Marshmallow Root, Mullein Leaf, Scullcap, Indian Tobacco, Knitbone, Cayenne, Gravelroot
Price: $60.00
Uva Ursi, Cut and Sifted - 1 lb.
Uva Ursi is a diuretic, antimicrobial and has found wide anecdotal efficacy in controlling involuntary bladder voiding.