http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz en-nz Brookby Herbs Ltd 30 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/406760 Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis, is a popular herb because of its distinctive scent and its many culinary and holistic uses. It has anti-inflammatory properties and is used as an anti-bacterial and anti-microbial herb. For horses, it is used as a fast-acting antiseptic to repel fungal infections and bacteria. It can also be used in a homemade insect repellant. 008, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/406760 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/406758 A mare’s pregnancy lasts an average of 11 months and during this time it’s essential to provide proper nourishment. Nutritional requirements will vary depending on the mare’s breed, age and overall health but special care and attention to nutrition is crucial in every case. 008, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/406758 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/393969 How to raise chickens is a very real issue for people these days as it is becoming more and more popular. Food today is becoming more of an issue for people because of the rising costs and the pure ethics of how our food is produced. Herbs are a perfect way to help raise your chickens naturally and can even add to the flavour. 049, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/393969 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/393628 Horses with arthritis could benefit greatly from eating Hawthorn, both the tops of the plant and the berries. Its proper botanical name is Crataegus monogyna & Crataegus oxyacantha and it is considered an extremely valuable medicinal herb. 049, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/393628 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/392361 Horses with colic can be helped with different herbs but it is a serious condition that can also kill so make sure you call the vet immediately if you suspect colic in your horse. 048, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/392361 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/387325 Pets and fireworks are usually a pretty bad mix. Using herbal remedies to help your pets at this stressful time can be hugely beneficial. Herbs for human health are becoming more and more popular each day. 044, 28 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/387325 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/381362 Have you ever wondered what nature has in its medicine chest for moody mares? Often when we look at our mares that present with “mareish” behaviour we don’t immediately relate it to the human symptoms of pre-menstrual tension, but in fact it is very similar. 040, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/381362 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/379040 Does your horse suffer from allergies and hayfever like symptoms? Spring and summer can certainly be the time of year when such unpleasant problems can make themselves known. Just like humans, horses can suffer the horrible effects of horse allergies and hayfever but luckily there are some wonderful herbs available to ease the discomfort. 038, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/379040 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/372490 Wonderful healing herbs for colds and viruses 033, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/372490 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354989 Excitability is probably one of the biggest and most common problems with horses, but it is important to find out why your horse is behaving like this before you try to treat it. 021, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354989 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354990 Navicular in horses is also known as Navicular Syndrome. It is a disease affecting the navicular bone and the surrounding tissues in the heel. It usually affects the two front feet. This condition seems to be on the increase these days or possibly it is just being more widely recognised. 021, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354990 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354984 Ask your grandmothers and they will probably tell you how apple cider vinegar eases arthritis and "cures all that ails you". Cider vinegar's health enhancing properties also makes it the perfect daily tonic for your horse. 021, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354984 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354985 Summer is the perfect time for growing tasty summer herbs for horses. 021, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354985 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354986 What is Genetic Engineering (GE) and what are the implications? 021, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354986 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354987 Want to feed your horses treats which they love and are good for them too? Here are a few of nature's health food for horses. 021, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354987 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354969 Below you will find a few of the better known herbs for fighting winter ills. 021, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354969 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354064 Natural herbs can be used effectively to help combat colds and viruses. 021, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354064 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354067 Ask your grandmothers and they will probably tell you how apple cider vinegar eases arthritis and "cures all that ails you". Cider vinegar's health enhancing properties also makes it the perfect daily tonic for your horse. 021, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/354067 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/337639 Arthritis in dogs is becoming more common place these days. Arthritis is thought to affect 1 in every 5 dogs and about the same number in horses. This article describes the symptoms of arthritis in dogs and how herbs can be used to relieve the pain and discomfort. 021, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/337639 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/337640 Devil's Claw - the natural anti-inflammatory herb is ideal for stiff joints in the colder seasons. 035, 24 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.brookbyherbs.co.nz/webapps/i/90632/232059/337640