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Horse Liver Health: Why Detox Matters More Than You Think

by Dr. Valerie De Clerck on Jul 13 2026

A slightly high liver enzyme on routine bloodwork is common and rarely an emergency, but tracking the full pattern over time with your vet, not just one number, is what actually catches hepatic stress early. Supportive herbs like milk thistle and dandelion, alongside good hay and pasture management, can help horses carrying extra liver load.

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Sweet Itch in Horses: The Science Behind the Itch (and What Actually Helps)

by Valerie De Clerck on Jul 06 2026

Sweet itch in horses is a systemic allergic condition driven by eosinophils and IL-5, not just a local skin reaction, which is why antihistamines rarely help. Midge avoidance remains the single most effective management tool, supported by diet and emerging treatments like allergen immunotherapy and an IL-5 vaccine.