Category Archives: Parasites

Switching to Natural Worming Techniques

Posted on September 22, 2009 by Grand_Lady

This post was adapted from a discussion on the hearts4horses.net member forum that sprang from a post from The Horse magazine titled “Delaying Dewormer Resistance: Advice Offered in Study”.   The article talks about how Nonchemical parasite control strategies, fecal egg … Continue reading →

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Una de Gato – Cats Claw for Animals Too?

Posted on September 9, 2008 by Grand_Lady

Una de Gato (in this case – Uncaria Tomentosa) has grown quite popular in the natural products industry and is mostly taken today to boost immune function, as an all over tonic and preventative to stay healthy, for arthritis and … Continue reading →

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Skin Allergies? Not Necessarily! ALWAYS Check for Mites!

Posted on July 22, 2008 by Grand_Lady

The number on reason that dogs visit the veterinarian is for allergies. And one of the most misdiagnosed causes of those “allergies” is mites. In fact, many veterinarians will reach for antibiotics or steroids for months or years before performing … Continue reading →

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