Herbal Guides
Practical, careful guides to natural equine care — grouped by support area so you can find the right botanicals for the horse in front of you.
Our guides explain how traditional herbs are used to support normal health, comfort and wellbeing in horses. They are written to help you make informed, responsible decisions alongside good management, farriery, dental care and veterinary advice.
Foundations & Responsible Use
Start here. How herbs fit into good horse care, which ones to use carefully, and how to feed them responsibly.
How to Introduce Herbs to Your Horse Safely
The best herbal routine is usually simple, slow and consistent. Introduce one change at a time and give your horse space to show you what suits them.
Key herbs · Chamomile, Nettle, Mint, Rosehips, Milk Thistle
Read guideHerbs to Avoid or Use With Caution for Horses
The safest herbal brands do not only talk about benefits. They also explain when a herb may not be the right choice.
Key herbs · Valerian, Devil’s Claw, Comfrey, Willow Bark, Meadowsweet, Garlic
Read guideCompetition-Safe Herbal Support for Horses
Natural does not automatically mean competition-safe. If your horse competes, every supplement decision should be made carefully and recorded properly.
Key herbs · Chamomile, Nettle, Rosehips, Milk Thistle, Devil’s Claw, Valerian
Read guideHerbal Vitamins & Minerals for Horses
A practical guide to natural vitamins and minerals from horse herbs — bioavailable nutrition from botanicals like rosehips, seaweed, and nettle.
Key herbs · Rosehips, Seaweed, Nettle, Brewer's Yeast, Horsetail, MSM, Pumpkin Seeds
Read guideHorse Herbs A–Z Directory
An A–Z directory of common horse herbs — benefits, traditional uses, and safety profiles for the most widely fed botanicals in the UK.
Key herbs · Nettle, Chamomile, Marshmallow Root, Turmeric, Rosehips, MSM
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Digestive & Worming Support
Botanical support for normal gut function, appetite and a healthy intestinal environment.
Herbal Support for Equine Digestive Health
A practical guide to natural botanicals that support your horse's digestive system — from soothing herbs to gut-balancing roots.
Key herbs · Peppermint, Marshmallow Root, Chamomile, Fennel, Slippery Elm, Milk Thistle
Read guideNatural Herbal Wormers for Horses
A practical guide to botanicals that support a healthy intestinal environment — from traditional vermifuges to modern herbal worming support.
Key herbs · Wormwood, Garlic, Pumpkin Seeds, Clove, Thyme, Diatomaceous Earth
Read guideNatural vs. Chemical Horse Wormers
An honest comparison of herbal worming support and conventional dewormers — pros, cons, and how to choose the right approach for your horse.
Key herbs · Natural horse dewormer, herbal wormer for horses, chemical vs natural horse worming
Read guideHerbs for Fussy Eaters and Appetite Support in Horses
Some horses are suspicious of new feeds. Others lose interest when routine, weather or workload changes. The answer is usually patience, not pressure.
Key herbs · Fenugreek, Mint, Aniseed, Chamomile, Nettle
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Calm, Behaviour & Sensitivity
Gentle botanicals traditionally used to support settled behaviour, travel days and sensitive horses.
Natural Calming Herbs for Horses
A practical guide to the best horse calming herbs — gentle botanicals that help anxious horses find balance, naturally.
Key herbs · Valerian, Chamomile, Lemon Balm, Vervain, Passionflower, Hops
Read guideHerbal Support for Sensitive Horses
Sensitive horses often notice everything: feed changes, weather, routine, people, workload and atmosphere. Their support needs to be calm and consistent.
Key herbs · Chamomile, Lemon Balm, Vervain, Mint, Marshmallow Root
Read guideHerbal Support for Horses During Travel & Shows
Travel and shows can unsettle even experienced horses. A good routine starts before the ramp goes down.
Key herbs · Chamomile, Lemon Balm, Mint, Marshmallow Root, Rosehips
Read guideHerbal Support for Horses on Box Rest
Box rest can be hard on the horse and the owner. The safest support is calm, consistent and guided by the vet’s plan.
Key herbs · Chamomile, Lemon Balm, Mint, Marshmallow Root, Nettle
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Joint, Mobility & Comfort
Herbal support for normal joint comfort and freedom of movement, alongside good farriery and management.
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Skin, Coat & Hoof
Mineral-rich and skin-friendly botanicals to support normal coat condition, healthy skin and hoof growth.
Herbal Support for Skin, Coat & Hoof Health in Horses
Healthy skin, a good coat and strong hooves are usually the result of good nutrition, sensible management and time. Herbs can sit alongside that routine as gentle botanical support.
Key herbs · Nettle, Burdock Root, Cleavers, Calendula, Rosehips, Seaweed
Read guideHerbs for Itchy Horses: Skin Support from the Inside Out
Itching is uncomfortable and frustrating. Herbs may support normal skin health, but the cause of itching should never be guessed at.
Key herbs · Burdock Root, Cleavers, Nettle, Calendula, Rosehips
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Respiratory & Urinary
Traditional botanicals chosen to support normal airway, kidney and bladder function.
Natural Herbal Support for Equine Respiratory Health
A practical guide to natural botanicals that support your horse's respiratory system and airway health.
Key herbs · Marshmallow Root, Garlic, Thyme, Aniseed, Echinacea, Liquorice Root
Read guideHerbal Support for Equine Kidney & Urinary Health
A practical guide to natural botanicals that support your horse's kidneys, bladder, and urinary system.
Key herbs · Dandelion, Cleavers, Nettle, Corn Silk, Horsetail, Parsley
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Lifestage & Horse Type
Support routines tailored to mares, veterans and good doers — because every horse is an individual.
Herbal Support for Senior & Veteran Horses
Older horses often need a little more thought. The right routine can help them feel settled, nourished and supported through seasonal changes.
Key herbs · Rosehips, Nettle, Hawthorn, Milk Thistle, Turmeric, Boswellia
Read guideHerbal Support for Mares
Mares can be wonderfully expressive, sensitive and subtle. Herbal support should always respect the mare in front of you, not label every behaviour as “hormonal”.
Key herbs · Raspberry Leaf, Chasteberry, Chamomile, Vervain, Nettle
Read guideHerbs for Good Doers & Horses on Restricted Grazing
Good doers often need thoughtful management rather than more feed. Herbs can support normal digestion and seasonal wellbeing, but grazing, forage and weight control come first.
Key herbs · Nettle, Dandelion, Milk Thistle, Cleavers, Cinnamon
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Seasonal Wellbeing
How to adapt herbal support across the year — from spring grass to winter feeding rituals.
Seasonal Herbal Support for Horses
Horses change with the seasons. Coat, grazing, turnout, workload and stable routine all shift through the year, and support should shift thoughtfully too.
Key herbs · Nettle, Cleavers, Rosehips, Chamomile, Mullein, Milk Thistle
Read guideWinter Herbal Support for Horses
Winter horse care is about comfort, movement, forage, shelter and consistency. Herbs can support the routine, but the basics carry the weight.
Key herbs · Rosehips, Nettle, Chamomile, Mint, Marshmallow Root, Hawthorn
Read guideSpring Grass and Herbal Support for Horses
Spring can be beautiful and difficult at the same time. Grass changes quickly, horses change quickly, and management needs to stay ahead of both.
Key herbs · Nettle, Cleavers, Dandelion, Milk Thistle, Rosehips
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Single Herb Profiles
In-depth profiles of individual herbs — traditional uses, when they fit and important cautions.
Nettle for Horses
Nettle is one of the most familiar British herbs and a useful starting point for many horse owners interested in simple botanical support.
Key herbs · Nettle
Read guideChamomile for Horses
Chamomile is a gentle, familiar herb often chosen for sensitive horses, settled behaviour and digestive comfort routines.
Key herbs · Chamomile
Read guideMilk Thistle for Horses
Milk thistle is one of the best-known herbs associated with normal liver support, but it should be discussed carefully and responsibly.
Key herbs · Milk Thistle
Read guideDevil’s Claw for Horses: Benefits, Cautions and Competition Rules
Devil’s Claw is widely known in horse mobility routines, but it is also one of the herbs where responsible caution is essential.
Key herbs · Devil’s Claw
Read guideValerian for Horses: Benefits, Cautions and Competition Rules
Valerian is well known in calming traditions, but it is not a casual choice for every horse, especially horses that compete.
Key herbs · Valerian
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