Introduction:
Equi-Calm is a practitioner-quality, fast-acting liquid herbal extract formulated to calm and soothe your horse within 20 minutes. Ideal for firework season, stressful situations such as transportation, shoeing, or dental inspections, and during training sessions. This non-drowsy formula ensures your horse remains alert without affecting its judgment.
Key Ingredients:
Valerian (Valeriana officinalis):
- A powerful, non-addictive sedative and anti-spasmodic that calms the central nervous system, traditionally used for anxiety, agitation, and insomnia.
Skullcap (Scutellaria laterifolia):
- Known for its soothing effects on the nervous system, Skullcap is a tonic that helps relieve anxiety, nervous tension, and muscle spasms.
Oats (Avena sativa):
- A gentle herb that naturally calms the nervous system, enhancing the effects of Valerian for a deeper calming action.
Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata):
- Traditionally used to treat insomnia and anxiety, it acts as a non-addictive calming agent through its effects on the central nervous system.
Combined Benefits:
Rapid Relief:
- Works within 20 minutes to calm and settle horses in high-stress situations without causing drowsiness.
Safe for Performance:
- Does not impair cognitive abilities or motor skills, making it safe for use in activities such as jumping and hunting.
Competition Safe:
- Note that due to its effectiveness, Valerian is tested for in competitions, so it should not be used 24 hours prior to an event.
Additional Information:
Indications:
- Useful for calming over-anxious or nervous horses, settling young horses in training, and during stressful situations like transportation or veterinary procedures.
Suggested Additions:
- A diet supplemented with a multi-vitamin and mineral complex, particularly rich in B vitamins, can support overall wellness during stress.
- Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs), like those found in nutritional yeast, help manage anxiety and stress effectively.
