Holistic Horseworks Talks with April Love

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Join us for an in-depth discussion on holistic horse care with guest April Love of Holistic Horseworks and host Poppy Philips of Holistic Animal Insights!

In this interview, April shares her journey learning various healing modalities and how she's helped horses with complex issues like kissing spine and lameness. She discusses the importance of bodywork, proper tack, and natural remedies in maintaining horse health. April also offers insights on prevention through addressing muscle imbalances and root causes of injuries. Listeners will learn practical techniques for alignment, arthritis, and dental care.

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Most male horses are gelded at a young age.

In this episode, April talks about the gelding process and how to ease the transition from colt to gelding.

Castration can be traumatic but with the use of Liquid Trace Minerals and NOT fresh cold water hosing, the incision site will heal quickly with less scarring.

Gelding scars will develop when the incision site gets infected. Gelding scars can severely impact a gelding's athletic ability.

Products mentioned:
Liquid Trace Minerals: https://tinyurl.com/hhw-trace-minerals

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There will come a day when it's time to let go of your horse, dog, or other pet.

So, how can you decide when it is time to let them go? Sometimes animals stay for their humans, even if their body is causing great suffering. 

In this episode, April talks about how to make the transition easy for both the humans and the animals.

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In this episode, April discusses the importance of horse owners preparing for natural disasters such as wildfires, hurricanes, and tornadoes. The key points include:

Learn how to put identification on your horse so if they get loose, the person who finds them can contact you.

Use duct tape and a black Sharpie pen to write your phone number on the horse's hooves. Additionally, consider using dog tags on the horse's halter or blanket.

Always keep essential supplies on hand, such as Dynamite Liquid Trace minerals for wound care, tea tree oil, and Epsom salts.  Prepare a medicine chest with items recommended in horse care books for emergencies like colic, wounds, and smoke inhalation.

It's better to be prepared and not need it than to scramble during an emergency.

Resources
Dynamite Trace Minerals: https://tinyurl.com/2p8w6nzu
Tea Tree Oil: https://tinyurl.com/yz4jukyb
Horse 102 Ebook: https://horseacademy102.com/ 

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April discusses how to use chia seeds as a good vegan fat source for horses that have trouble gaining weight, especially as winter approaches.

She talks about how she fed her endurance horses as well as how to help horses with insulin resistance.

Resources:

Natural Cellular Defense (NCD) Liquid Zeolite Drops: https://amzn.to/3OvEKk6
Home Study Courses:  https://holistichorseworks.com/store/
Clinic Schedule: https://holistichorseworks.com/clinic-schedules/
Dynamite Trace Minerals: https://tinyurl.com/2p8w6nzu
Dynamite Free & Easy: https://tinyurl.com/ybvwzzy2

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Horse’s hooves have to support the entire body. Hoof care must be the foundation for complete health care.

In this episode, April discusses various hoof issues and effective solutions for maintaining healthy hooves. Whether you're dealing with laminitis, foundered horses, or general hoof health, these insights can make a significant difference.

A listener asked for advice regarding her 30-year-old retired showhorse who experienced cancer and founder issues. April provides valuable insights into holistic approaches to improve the horse's condition.

Resources
Natural Cellular Defense (NCD) Liquid Zeolite Drops: https://amzn.to/3OvEKk6
Hoof Soak Tutorial (Video): https://bit.ly/hhw-hoof-soak-video
UC Davis Soaker Boots: https://amzn.to/46WvA8J
Miracle Spray Recipe: https://bit.ly/hhw-miracle-spray-recipe
Dynamite Liquid Trace Minerals: https://bit.ly/hhw-dynamite-trace-minerals
Horse 102, Holistic Alternatives: www.horseacademy102.com 

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In this episode of Holistic Horseworks Talks, April retells a story about an incident in one of her clinics.

Despite being told repeatedly to NOT tie the horse to the corral panels, one student did just that. When the horse spooked, the corral panel hit another student in the head and caused a small but bloody gash.

While her students were wondering what to do, April stepped in to treat the wounded student. April was prepared to stop the bleeding and there were two lessons learned that day - how not to tie a horse and how to treat a fresh wound.

Products mentioned:
Dynamite Release Spray: https://tinyurl.com/24w5cksb
Liquid Trace Minerals: https://tinyurl.com/hhw-trace-minerals
Tea Tree Oil: https://tinyurl.com/yz4jukyb
Horse 102 Ebook: https://horseacademy102.com/

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In this episode of Holistic Horseworks Talks, April Love shares helpful practices for caring for older horses.

She offers information not only about supporting the symptoms of arthritis but even more importantly, preventative measures to keep it at bay for as long as possible.

April also shares many other useful tips for aging equines such as choosing healthy feed to keep on weight, the importance of daily stretching, and even hoof care.

Tune in for practical tips you can implement today. Whether you're a seasoned horse lover or a brand new horse owner, this episode offers valuable advice for keeping your equine companion happy, healthy, and rideable well into their golden years.

Resources
Distance Reading: https://bit.ly/distance-reading-for-horses
Balm Sweat for Arthritic Knees (Video):  https://bit.ly/balm-sweat-for-knees
Dynamite Balm: https://bit.ly/dynamite-balm
Joint Support Supplement: https://bit.ly/hhw-joint-support
Apple Cider Vinegar: https://amzn.to/3PERypV
Desitin: https://amzn.to/46dJqCu
Horse Yoga (Video): https://bit.ly/horse-yoga-video

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In this episode of Holistic Horseworks Talks, host April Love delves into the often unseen environmental factors that can significantly affect a horse's behavior, mineral assimilation, and overall immune system.

Through insightful anecdotes and practical advice, April sheds light on how power lines, water sources, and even natural elements like trees out in the pasture can impact a horse's well-being.

She also emphasizes how factors in a horse's environment could be impacting their ability to assimilate nutrients, as well as the importance of considering their unique needs when vaccinations, and deworming.

Tune in for a wealth of knowledge on creating a balanced and happy environment for your equine companion.

Resources
Get a Distance Reading: https://bit.ly/distance-reading-for-horses
Natural Cellular Defense (NCD) Drops: https://amzn.to/3OvEKk6
Recommended Inline Water Filter: https://amzn.to/3RgnNx6
Horse 102: https://amzn.to/3sQo4N6

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Join us in this episode of Holistic Horseworks Talks with April Love as we explore the often-overlooked significance of the first mobility rib in equine anatomy.

She sheds light on how misalignments of the first rib can lead to various in people such as thoracic outlet syndrome, frozen shoulder, tendonitis, bursitis, and carpel tunnel syndrome. So think about all the things it could be impeding in your horse's freedom of movement in the front end.

This is what starts the high-low hoof syndrome, horse not picking up right or left lead, mysterious lameness, kissing spine, behavioral issues, and even roaring in horses requiring expensive tie-back surgery.

Discover practical techniques to identify and address these misalignments, and gain valuable insights into maintaining your horse's well-being through regular first checks and preventive measures.

Don't miss this eye-opening discussion on a small but critical element that can make a world of difference in your horse's well-being!

Resources
How to tell if the first rib is misaligned on your horse (video)
Horse yoga (video)
Equine Musculoskeletal Unwinding Home Study
NCD Natural Cellular Defense
ACZ Nano
Dynamite Specialty Products
Horse 102: Holistic Alternatives

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