This group will discuss the natural keeping and healthcare of horses. The main focus will be on horses, but we realize that horse caretakers often have many other pets as well. There are many very good holistic dog and cat lists availableon Yahoogroups.

Always keep in mind the Wild Horse Model when deciding how to keep or care for your horse. What would they choose, if given the chance?

Topics may include barefoot hoofcare, living in a natural environment, breeding & foal care, nutrition, herbs, homeopathy, Reiki, animal communication, neuromuscular retraining, T-Touch, Equine Touch, massage, chiropractic, infrared light therapy, Flower Essences, essential oils.

Illnesses or maladies discussed may include laminitis, COPD or Heaves, Insulin Resistance, Cushings, DSLD, breeding and foal care, respiratory infections including Strangles, ulcers, Stringhalt, lameness, Lyme disease, easy keepers and/or poor doers, rehabbing rescued horses both physically and mentally.

This group will NOT tolerate flaming. The discussions on this group must remain friendly. We can have a healthy discussion or debate without it regressing into name-calling or accusations. First offense will be announced on the list to stifle the discussion, a second offense will result in a private warning, and a third offense will result in being removed from the list.

DISLAIMER: Any information shared on this list is not to be construed as veterinary advice. Always consult with your licensed veterinarian. By becoming a member of this group, you therefore shall not hold Yahoo, the owner of this group nor any member responsible for your choices in treating any of your animals.