Natural equine care
Herbal Horse Health
Time-honoured botanicals, grown and blended on the farm for the vitality of your horse.
Herbal Horse Health at Butcher Piece Farm
We offer qualified, bespoke herbal advice and a wide range of natural treatments tailored to every horse — from the veteran in the field to the competition horse at home.
Whether you are looking for targeted support for a specific concern or a comprehensive subscription plan to keep your horse in peak condition year-round, we work with you to find the right blend.
Our subscription plans deliver freshly blended herbs to your door on a schedule that suits you, with ongoing advice included as standard. No guesswork — just honest, knowledgeable guidance rooted in years of equine herbal practice.
10+
Herbs in our range
Tailored
Bespoke blends
Available
Subscription plans
Nature knows best
At Butcher Piece Farm we believe that horses thrive when their care is rooted in nature. Our herbal blends draw on centuries of equine husbandry wisdom, using plants that have supported horses long before synthetic supplements existed.
Every herb we use is carefully sourced, dried, and blended by hand on the farm. No fillers, no artificial additives — just pure botanicals at their most potent.
Our botanicals
The herb range
Anti-inflammatory & joint mobility
Turmeric
Curcuma longa
Turmeric's active compound curcumin is a powerful natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, widely used for joint stiffness and general mobility support. Absorption is significantly improved when fed alongside black pepper or a fat source.
- Powerful anti-inflammatory
- Supports joint mobility
- Antioxidant protection
- Best fed with black pepper or a fat source
Joint stiffness & chronic pain relief
Devil's Claw
Harpagophytum procumbens
A strong anti-inflammatory herb traditionally used for joint stiffness and chronic pain. Best suited to horses at home or in light, non-competitive work.
- Strong anti-inflammatory action
- Supports relief from joint stiffness
- Suitable for chronic pain management
- Home and turnout use only
Respiratory health & natural fly deterrent
Garlic
Allium sativum
A traditional staple of equine herbal care. Garlic supports respiratory health, acts as a natural insect deterrent when fed regularly, and provides a general immune tonic. Feed within recommended rates — overfeeding has been linked to changes in red blood cells.
- Supports respiratory health
- Natural insect deterrent
- General immune tonic
- Feed within stated daily rate
Immune stimulant & seasonal support
Echinacea
Echinacea purpurea
A well-known immune stimulant, best used in short courses of a few weeks on, then off. Sustained continuous use can blunt its effect, so cycling is recommended to maintain efficacy.
- Stimulates immune response
- Ideal for seasonal or short-term use
- Use in cycles for best results
- Supports recovery from illness
Liver support & antioxidant
Milk Thistle
Silybum marianum
A powerful liver-supportive herb and antioxidant. Particularly useful for horses on rich spring grass, those recovering from a health setback, or any horse whose liver may be under additional load.
- Supports liver function
- Strong antioxidant properties
- Useful during spring grass season
- Aids recovery from health setbacks
Gentle calming & digestive comfort
Chamomile
Matricaria chamomilla
A gentle calming herb that also soothes the digestive tract. A popular choice for nervous travellers, horses on box rest, or any horse with a sensitive stomach.
- Gentle calming without sedation
- Soothes the digestive tract
- Ideal for nervous travellers
- Supports horses on box rest
Stronger calming for anxious horses
Valerian
Valeriana officinalis
A stronger calming herb suited to anxious or spooky horses. More potent than chamomile and best reserved for horses that need a more significant calming effect.
- Strong calming action
- Suited to anxious or spooky horses
- Useful for high-stress situations
- Home and turnout use only
Digestive aid & feed palatability
Peppermint
Mentha piperita
Aids digestion, reduces flatulence, and is widely used to improve the palatability of feeds and supplements. A practical addition to any feed bucket, especially for fussy eaters.
- Supports healthy digestion
- Reduces flatulence
- Improves feed palatability
- Gentle and well-tolerated
Vitamin C, joints & coat condition
Rosehip
Rosa canina
A natural source of vitamin C and bioflavonoids. Rosehip supports joint health, coat condition, and general antioxidant status. Particularly beneficial during winter or periods of stress.
- Rich in natural vitamin C
- Supports joint health
- Improves coat and hoof condition
- General antioxidant support
Gut lining & gastric comfort
Marshmallow Root
Althaea officinalis
A mucilage-rich herb that soothes and coats the gut lining. Popular for horses prone to gastric ulcers, a sensitive stomach, or any horse that benefits from extra digestive support. Slippery elm offers a similar action.
- Soothes and coats the gut lining
- Supports horses prone to gastric ulcers
- Gentle on sensitive stomachs
- Mucilage-rich digestive support
Enquire about our herbal blends
We blend to order and can tailor mixes to your horse's individual needs. Get in touch to discuss what might work best.
These products are traditional herbal supplements and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your vet before introducing new supplements, particularly if your horse is on medication or in competitive work.