ASKHQ: ROOIBOS

Q: Why do people feed their horses rooibos? A: Rooibos (Aspalathus Linearis) is unique to South Africa and has always been known to be healthy. However, the benefits of rooibos have far surpassed anyone’s expectations! Initially rooibos was only used in tea, and whilst it is still used in tea today, the uses of rooibos are now…

BylizzieFebruary 1, 20250Comments

ASKHQ: TAIL RUBBING

Q: Why might my horse be rubbing his tail? A: There are multiple causes of tail rubbing, but the trick is to find out quickly what the cause is in your particular case so you break the itch/rub cycle before it becomes too established. Some causes of tail rubbing include: Sweet itch. Sweet itch is caused…

BylizzieNovember 18, 20200Comments

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ASKHQ: FEEDING ROOIBOS

Q: Why do people feed their horses rooibos? A: Rooibos is unique to South Africa and has always been known to be healthy. However, the benefits of rooibos have far surpassed our expectations. Initially rooibos was only used in tea, and whilst it is still used in tea today, the uses of rooibos are now far…

BylizzieNovember 16, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: WHAT IS LEAKY GUT SYDNROME?

Leaky gut syndrome occurs when the gastro-intestinal tract is affected either by damage to the cells that make up the lining of the intestine, or by breakdown of the tight junctions that join the cells. Disruption of the lining of the intestine allows harmful substances, such as toxins or disease causing organisms like bacteria, to…

BylizzieJuly 14, 20190Comments

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Grass allergies

Some horses may have allergies to biting insects. These issues need to be handled with care. Along with our glorious summer weather comes the dreaded mange for those whose horses are susceptible. Seemingly overnight, sleek shiny horses can turn into dull-coated, itching shadows of their former selves. It can be every proud owner’s nightmare and it’s…

BylizzieOctober 12, 20150Comments

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ASKHQ: WHAT IS LEAKY GUT SYDNROME?

Grass allergies

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