Main description:

Homeopathy's use with horses is well documented and it has achieved excellent results in countless cases. It can be a remarkable and effective system of medicine which is both safe and without side-effects. "Homeopathy for Horses" is a truly comprehensive and practical guide to the modern practice of veterinary homeopathy for horses and ponies. It includes: a brief history of homeopathy; an explanation of the principles of homeopathy; thorough and detailed descriptions of common ailments with suggested remedies; a full Materia Medica listing the properties of over 200 useful homeopathic remedies; how to select a remedy, its potency and the timing of each dose; homeopathic first aid; and care and storage of homeopathic remedies. Practising veterinary homeopath, Tim Couzens' clear descriptions of a wide range of equine ailments and their accompanying suggested remedies will enable treatment to be tailored specifically to the individual, and thus ensure the best chance of success. This book will make a major contribution to the field of complementary medicine and will be an invaluable reference for horse owners and veterinary practitioners.

Contents:

A brief history; an explanation of the principles; detailed descriptions of common ailments with suggested remedies; a full "materia medicica" listing the properties of homoeopathic remedies; how to select a remedy, its potency and the timing of each dose; homoeopathic first aid; case histories; care and storage of homoeopathic remedies.