Home Remedies for Your Horse

If your horse is sick or injured, the first thing you should do is consult your veterinarian. However, there are also a number of home remedies that can be used to provide relief for your horse. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at some of the best home remedies for horses.

#1 Horseshoe Poultice

If your horse has an abscess or sore hoof, a horseshoe poultice can help to draw out the infection and relieve pain. To make a horseshoe poultice, you will need:

-1 cup of Epsom salt
-1 cup of flour
-1 quart of boiling water
-1 clean, dry cloth
-A clean, dry hoof
-A clean, dry horseshoe
-1 zip-top bag
-1 piece of tape
-A stocking or sock
-A basin or bucket

First, mix together the Epsom salt, flour, and boiling water in the basin or bucket. Then, soak the cloth in the mixture until it is saturated. Next, place the wet cloth on the hoof and wrap it around with the horseshoe so that it covers the entire hoof. Finally, secure the horseshoe in place with the zip-top bag and tape. Repeat this process every day until the infection has cleared up.

#2 Turnip Poultice

A turnip poultice can be used to relieve inflammation and pain in your horse’s joints. To make a turnip poultice, you will need:
-1/2 cup of dry powdered milk
-1/4 cup of table salt
-1/4 cup of baking soda
-1 medium turnip, peeled and grated
First, mix together all of the ingredients in a bowl. Then, wet a clean cloth with warm water and wring it out so that it is damp but not dripping wet. Next, apply the poultice to the affected area and cover it with a second damp cloth. Finally, wrap the area tightly with a bandage and leave it in place for 24 hours. Repeat this process every day until you see an improvement in your horse’s condition.

Conclusion

These are just a few home remedies that can be used to provide relief for your horse. Remember to always consult your veterinarian before using any home remedy on your horse.