CLEAVERS - Clivers, Goose Grass (Galium aparine)

Nutrients  A rich source of calcium, copper, iodine and sodium.

Usage  Internally for skin diseases and rashes, urine infections and reduction of soft swellings and fluid retention. Calcium is essential for bone, hoof and coat maintenance.

Feeding  40 to 50 grams added to the feeds daily for an average 500kg 16.2hh horse (adjust rate up or down for larger or smaller animals) Best divided between 2 feeds about 12 hours apart  if possible. 1kg will last an average  500kg horse about 20 to 25 days

A MIX FOR GENERAL SKIN CONDITION OF BURDOCK, CLEAVERS, MARIGOLD AND NETTLE  Mix 1kg of each herb together and feed at the rate of 30 or 40g for a 500kg horse daily, best in 2 halves. 1kg of mix will last an average 500kg horse about 25 to 30+ days.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT HERBS: Feeding Herbs to Horses  Jennings NewLad & The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants by Andrew Chevellier published by Dorling Kindersley (currently out of print but obtainable through www.beaverbooksearch.com)