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serum (watery fluid which may contain blood) and pus (thick fluid from tissue debris).


HH Healthy skin no-nos: 1. Never use the same clippers on another horse without


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sanitizing the blade or fungus can spread. 2. Never run clippers over scabs. Snip the area with scissors, and apply a protective salve over the scab. 3. Never use another horse’s tack, equipment or grooming supplies without sanitizing first (without sanitation, dermatophyte spores remain viable in the environment).


PREVENTION is key to your horse’s healthy skin year round. Sanitize equipment prior to each use, include an immune support and a skin supplement in your horse’s diet, consider a kidney flush and liver cleanse once a year, groom regularly, address issues immediately and minimize (or eliminate) risk of skin challenges. Your horse’s radiant glow will be reflected in your tenacity!


An arnica poultice acts to seal off contaminants (dirt) and parasites, supports the healing process, and seals in much needed moisture, while fighting off bacteria and fungus.


Shari Frederick, BS, NMD, a nutritional educator and licensed aesthetician, assists horseowners in making healthier, more natural choices in horse care. She is an independent author, international lecturer and self-styled naturalist. At her Happy Horse Haven Rescue in Texas, detoxification and liver/kidney/immune supports are the FIRST steps in rehab for nearly every arriving horse. Visit Shari’s websites, sharifrederick.org, horseshaveheart.org or check out Shari’s Healthy Horse Hints at holistichorse.com


Two effective products for seasonal itching (Sweet Itch)


Bye Bye Itch - Supplement: • Extensively Trialled & Tested • Reduces reaction to midge bites • Improves skin cell integrity & condition • Reduces Itching • Extremely palatable


Bye Bye Itch - Lotion: • Encourages hair re-growth • Soothes sore skin • Improves skin condition • Helps reduce itching • Easy to apply


For product details & trial results – visit www.hiltonherbsusa.com 20 | www.holistichorse.com Holistic Horse™ • February/March 2012 • Vol.19, Issue 77


© Shari Frederick, sharifrederick.org


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