DANDELION (Taraxacum officinale)

Also known as 'Wet the Bed'  appropriately as it promotes detox of the kidneys and is useful as an aid to optimum digestion.  In this capacity it can form part of the feeding regime for the laminitis prone. It also has a reputation for improving mobility and is a natural choice for horses.

Feeding 40 to 50 grams added to the feed/s daily for an ave. 16.2hh, 500kg horse. Best divided in 2 halves. 1kg will last an ave. 500kg horse about 20 to 25 days. Safe under rules

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT HERBS :  Feeding herbs to Horses  - Jennings New Lad and the Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants by Andrew Chevallier FNIMH published by Dorling Kindersley (currently out of print but obtainable through www.beaverbooksearch.com)