Re: Horsey colds and cures

[avpinc@bellsouth.net]

Hi, Cheryl.
    I have had very good results using the same combination mentioned
by another poster on Ridecamp, but I use my own products.  We
make a Vitamin C concentrate powder that is 4,000 mg. per tsp.
I will send you a sample to get you started if you would send me
a SASE w. equiv. 4 stamps.  We also make a great E w. Selenium
and an E w. o. Selenium but with 3,000 units per oz. (high test
version specially good for breeding animals and as a super anti-
oxident treatment).  Our Anidophilus is always a good idea
as a Probiotic can help protect the general health of the animal
and cut back on the "runs" which sometimes occur during colds.
Let me know if you want a sample.  We make all these products
(and many more) in smaller containers (1-3lb.) to give you a chance
to try in smaller investments.  Also, be careful of dehydration during
cold season, as the horses sometimes tend to drink less water when
they are feeling down (we make a great Electrolyte powder, as well.).
Good luck, and I do believe you are on the right track, including the
Echinacea.  Oh, yes, you might want to consider a bit of extra Zinc
while the cold is going strong.  I have used lozenges from the health
food store made of C-Zinc-Echinacea-Propolis and honey, and they
are terrific for colds.    Take care.  Linda (AVP)

Cheryl Newbanks wrote:

> Hi group,
>
> Hope you all had a Merry Xmas and are heading towards a great New Year!
>
> Ok, my buddy Blue has a cold with a cough and a very small amount of snot.
>  I talked to the vet and right now he is holding his own with no fever.
>  While I was lying in the chiropractors office I was wondering why couldn't
> I give Blue Echinacea like I do my kids when they have colds?  Granted I'd
> have to give him a real expensive series of the stuff but I imagine it
> won't hurt him, after all it is only herbs.  We have a ride to do end of
> January and I am really hoping he is better by then.  Right now I am using
> vicks on his nostrils and that is it. What do you all do for your equine
> pals when they have colds and are under the weather?
>
> Also I've been afraid to visit my yearling because of the cold germs.  If I
> wash my hands shouldn't it be o.k.?  Or since colds are airborne can the
> germs get on my clothes and could I accidently carry the germs to another
> farm?
>
>                                   Cheryl Newbanks
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