Ewalia knowledge

In our blog we inform you about horse and pet health, herbs, various problems and their prevention. You will also find valuable information here about feeding and keeping your four-legged friend. If corresponding scientific studies are available, these form the basis of our blog posts.

24/7 turnout – the more, the better?

How species-appropriate is that for our horses? You can read here where problems can arise and what you should consider before you decide on 24-hour grazing.
Pferd beim trinken

A stable electrolyte balance is very important in the warm summer months

The body needs electrolytes and nutrients to be available quickly, especially during periods of high stress and heat.
Anis

Aniseed

Anise not only gives Christmas biscuits a fine aroma, but is also a well-known remedy that quickly brings relief to horses and dogs with digestive problems and respiratory diseases.
Aronia

Aronia berry

The black berry of the aronia is characterized by the high content of bioactive ingredients that are said to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
Birkenblätter

Birch leaves and birch bark

Birch leaves and birch bark have a revitalizing effect on the organism. With their diuretic, mildly draining effect, birch leaves help flush out the kidneys and bladder and are ideal for detoxifying spring cures.
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Black Cumin Oil

"Black cumin heals every disease except death" was handed down hundreds of years ago. The great potential of the cold-pressed oil provides your pet with an "all-round package".
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Blackberries

It is not the sweet fruit, however, but the leaves and roots that matter here.

Blood count horse - what the lab values reveal

A laboratory blood test provides important information about the health of the horse and is an essential part of veterinary diagnostics.
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Canine Diarrhoea

Every dog ​​owner is probably familiar with diarrhea. Most dogs suffer from acute or chronic diarrhea several times in their lives, some animals even permanently.
Hund kratzt sich in der Wiese

Canine food intolerances: what’s in your dog’s food bowl?

Dogs with food intolerance often suffer from digestive problems or skin problems.
Beinwell

Comfrey Root (Comfrey)

For external use in bruises, sprains, tendinitis, gallbladder or pinched nerves up to broken bones, comfrey is very often used, especially in veterinary medicine.
Löwenzahn

Common dandelion

It stimulates the metabolism, promotes digestion, is diuretic and transports harmful substances out of the body.
Hopfen

Common hops

Hops are first associated with brewing beer, but even as a pure herb, hops have a calming effect.
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Common Speedwell

In conjunction with other herbs, the medicinal plant can unfold its gentle effect on sensitive stomachs and skin problems.
Walnuss

Common Walnut

The leaves of the real walnut mainly have an astringent, anti-inflammatory and wound-healing effect. They stimulate the metabolism and clean the blood. The walnut was already considered a symbol of fertility and good luck in ancient times.
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Common wormwood

However, common wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) has much more to offer than a bitter taste: As a medicinal plant, it helps against digestive problems and strengthens the immune system.

Coughing in horses

The sudden weather change from autumn to winter has taken place and you can already hear horses coughing from the stalls, the hall or in the paddock.

Cushing's in dogs

If Cushing's is not recognized in time, the disease can have serious health consequences.
Damiana

Damiana

Damiana (Turnera diffusa) has been used in Mexico since ancient times to treat muscle and nerve weakness, exhaustion and dizziness.
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Devil's Claw

As a medicinal plant, it is used, among other things, to relieve joint pain or indigestion.
Hohlzahnkraut

Downy hemp-nettle

The hollow tooth contains, among other things, the substance harpagid, an active ingredient in devil's claw, which is known for its anti-inflammatory effect.
Pferd wird gebürstet

During shedding the liver and kidneys are under great strain!

The change of coat and the more stressed metabolism that comes with it can lead to an overload of the liver and kidneys. The smallest signs should already be warning signs for horse owners.
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Echinacea

In Western phytotherapy, coneflowers are now considered the most important means of strengthening the immune system.

EMS in horses

Obesity and lack of exercise in horses are often the causes of serious metabolic disorders.
Mineralfutter für Pferde

EWALIA Basis Mineral

We have developed a mineral base mixture that is optimal for the care of many horses.