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herbalblends

  Country Park Blends

 

Country Park’s four seasonal blends, as well as Attitude and Retirement have been formulated by qualified herbalist Catherine Bird, concentrating on the changes and different ailments that seasonal changes can bring.  The Retirement Blend is a 1.5kg package with the other six blends available in 1.250kg packages.  All these Blends are designed to feed an average sized horse for one month.  Each Blend contains premium quality herbs with all the benefits of naturally occurring vitamins and minerals.  The complete range of Country Park blends contain no fillers, additives or preservatives.  Read what our clients have to say about our blends   click here

Winter Blend#

Our Winter Blend has been formulated to help ease any stiffness your horse may develop during the colder months.  The herbs selected for this blend are designed to warm the body from the inside by feeding the cells to stimulate an increase in blood flow, oxygen uptake and encourage appropriate immune responses. 

The herbs included in this blend are:

  • Clivers rich in calcium, copper iodine and sodium

  • Nettles providing iron and Vitamin C

  • Raspberry Leaf high in flavonoids

  • Dandelion Leaf replaces lost potassium

  • Yarrow delivers calcium, phosphorus and copper

  • Gingko an antioxidant

  • Red Capsicum to aid absorption and the effectiveness of this blend

Autumn Blend#

Formulated to help prepare your horse for the colder months of winter.  The antioxidant properties of these herbs target all body systems to aide the immune system.

The herbs included in this blend are:

  • Echinacea Leaf increases the body’s resistance to infection

  • Licorice Root  a general tonic

  • Peppermint Leaf assists to regulate the body’s temperature

  • Rosehips high in Vitamin C to assist with fighting mild infections

  • Parsley rich in Vitamin C and iron to help eliminate waste from the body

  • St. Mary’s Thistle contains silymarin to support the live

Summer Blend# 

This blend of herbs has been designed to maintain internal balance and general wellbeing through the summer months.  Specific for the digestive system, assisting the respiratory system and developing and maintaining a healthy skin.

The herbs included in this blend are:

  • Marshmallow Root a herb that soothes and improves the function of the digestive system

  • Rosehips  high in Vitamin C and flavonoids

  • Dandelion Leaf an effective and gentle digestive tonic high in potassium

  • Clivers supports the body via the lymphatic system

  • Calendula Flowers high in pro-Vitamin A to aid in healing body tissue and inflammation

Spring  Blend#

Developed to assist your horse to adjust to Spring conditions.  Being high in flavonoids, this blend supports and tones the digestive, circulatory and metabolic systems.

The herbs included in this blend are:

  • Fennel Seeds a carminative herb that aids the digestive system

  • Rosehips high in Vitamin C and flavonoids

  • Celery Seeds a tonic to assist the kidneys with eliminating excess body wastes

  • Hawthorn Berries exerts a tonic action on the circulatory system

  • Clivers a nutritive herb to support the body’s lymphatic systems

  • Vervain a relaxing tonic to assist the nervous, respiratory and hepatic systems

  • Capsicum high in flavonoids to assist general functioning throughout the body

#Note - Owners should be aware that (1) some herbs in these blends contain naturally occurring constituents that may be restricted by equine sport regulators and (2) some herbs in these blends may be unsuitable for pregnant mares and we recommend that you consult with a qualified herbal practitioner or your veterinarian before using.

Appetiser

This blend contains dried vegetables and was designed to encourage horses to eat as well as providing owners with a healthy alternative to tempt and indulge their equine companion.

  • Red & Green Capsicum high in flavonoids to assist general functioning throughout the body

  • Carrot Granules contains Vitamin A

NOTE – Before feeding to pregnant mares we recommend that you consult with a qualified herbal practitioner.

Attitude Blend

Designed to complement sound training practices, this blend will assist your horse due to its calmative and nervine actions by acting on the nervous and endocrine systems.

The herbs included in this blend are:

  • Vervain high in glycosides to restore the nervous system

  • Raspberry Leaf the astringent tannins tone the visceral organs

  • Chamomile a traditional carminative herb

  • Chasetree Berries has an indirect effect on various neurotransmitters and hormones

  • Lime Flowers useful during times of high tension and anxiety

  • Lemon Verbena to relax and calm the nervous and digestive systems

NOTE: Before feeding this herbal blend to pregnant mares, consultation should be sought with a qualified Herbalist as some herbs may be unsuitable. NOTE: An active constituent(s) in this product is banned by specific equine discipline regulators.

Retirement Blend

 

This blend of herbs is formulated to assist the older horse. These herbs are circulatory and elimination stimulants that gently support the body

  • Frankincense reduces pain associated where arthritis may be contributory

  • Willow Bark Shavings a gentle anti-inflammatory herb useful management of aches and pains a gentle anti-inflammatory herb useful management of aches and pains

  • Celery Seeds assists with the elimination of acidic accumulations associated with arthritis

  • St Mary Thistle Seed supportive and protective of the liver

  • Rosemary assists an ageing circulatory system

  • Bilberry Leaf contains bioflavonoid to tone the internal workings of the body and improve circulation

  • Capsicum a herb high in flavonoids to assist the functioning of tissues throughout the body

Timesaver 1

 

Timesaver is hand blended using precise quantities of natural supplements in their purest form. Metabolised easily with essential vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants for the overall health of your horse. Four sizes are available in handy containers to save you precious time each and every day.

  • Ingredients

  • Rosehip granules

  • Diatomaceous earth

  • Brewers yeast

  • Garlic granules

  • Australian organic seaweed meal

  • Green barley grass powder

  • A vegetable mix of beetroot powder, bell peppers, carrot and spinach.

NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS: All vitamins, minerals, trace elements and amino acids occur naturally in the herbs and supplements formulated for this blend.

Minerals & Trace Elements:Aluminum, Ash, Boron, Calcium, Carbohydrates, Carotene, Chlorophyll, Chromium, Cobalt, Copper, Crude and Dietary Fibre, Fat, Folic Acid, Inositol, Iodine, Iron, Lead, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Proline, Protein, Zinc.

Vitamins: Biotin, Choline, Niacin (B3), Pantothenic acid (B5), Riboflavin (B2), Thiamine (Vit B1), Vitamins A, B6, B12, C, D, E, K.

Amino Acids: Alanine, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Cystine, Glutamic Acid, Glycine, Histidine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Methionine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Serine, Threonine, Tryptophan, Tyrosine, Valine.

RECOMMENDED DAILY FEEDING – based on standard 250ml cup measure
Pony 1/2 cup (75g) Dampen thoroughly before adding to feed
Horse 1 cup (145g) Dampen thoroughly before adding to feed

 

COST calculator and approximate time each size will last.

    PONY

  3KG

6KG

9KG

12KG

 

  6 weeks

12 weeks

18 weeks

24 weeks

  $55.00

$110.00

$160.00

$200.00

 

    HORSE

3KG

6KG

9KG

12KG

3 weeks

6 weeks

9 weeks

12 weeks

$55.00

$110.00

$160.00

$200.00

 

 

Timesaver Formula 2

 

This blend does not contain garlic granules or seaweed meal

Timesaver is hand blended using precise quantities of natural supplements in their purest form. Metabolised easily with essential vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants for the overall health of your horse. Four sizes are available in handy containers to save you precious time each and every day.

  • Ingredients

  • Rosehip granules

  • Diatomaceous earth

  • Brewers yeast

  • Green barley grass powder

  • A vegetable mix of beetroot powder, bell peppers, carrot and spinach.

NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS All vitamins, minerals, trace elements and amino acids occur naturally in the herbs and supplements formulated for this blend.

Minerals & Trace Elements Aluminum, Ash, Boron, Calcium, Carbohydrates, Carotene, Chlorophyll, Chromium, Cobalt, Copper, Crude and Dietary Fibre, Fat, Folic Acid, Iron, Lead, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Proline, Protein, Zinc.

Vitamins Biotin, Choline, Niacin (B3), Pantothenic acid (B5), Riboflavin (B2), Thiamine (Vit B1), Vitamins A, B6, B12, C, D, E, K.

Amino Acids Alanine, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Cystine, Glutamic Acid, Glycine, Histidine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Methionine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Serine, Threonine, Tryptophan, Tyrosine, Valine.

RECOMMENDED DAILY FEEDING – based on standard 250ml cup measure
Pony 1/3 cup(40g) Dampen thoroughly before adding to feed
Horse 2/3 cup(80g) Dampen thoroughly before adding to feed

 

Timesaver 2

COST  calculator with an approximate time period for which each size should last. 

   PONY

 3KG

6KG

9KG

12KG

 

 10 weeks

20 weeks

30 weeks

40 weeks

 $55.00

$110.00

$160.00

$200.00

 

 

 

 

   HORSE

3KG

6KG

9KG

12KG

5 weeks

10 weeks

15 weeks

20 weeks

$55.00

$110.00

$160.00

$200.00