WHO IS VICTORIA FERGUSON?

All her life Victoria has been involved with animals in some way or another. She was born on her family’s sheep station in Central Western Qld, worked with them on their cattle stud in the Brisbane Valley and started riding before she could walk.
She has competed in equestrian sport at the highest level, headed a successful PR company, authored three books, written extensively for the equine press and has been the subject of feature articles in various magazines.

She is the author of two best selling books The Practical Horse Herbal (2000) and The Complete Horse Herbal (2010).
An advocate and practitioner of herbal medicine for horses for over 30 years Victoria studied with Australian herbal icon, Dorothy Hall, in the late nineties. A former successful Grand Prix dressage competitor, she is an experienced horsewoman in many equestrian sports.

Victoria continues to research and learn. She absorbs and analyses all new findings which come to light about herbal medicine and how it relates to horses. This is evident in her latest book The Holistic Horse Herbal which is available now as an e book.

STRAIGHT FROM THE HORSE’S MOUTH

• All my herbal formulas for common ailments are detailed in the book and available to book owners from Walkenny Park Equine Herbs.
• Save on vet bills by knowing your herbal and practical first aid, and to be confident about what to do in any emergency.
• Exploding the myths about herbs & swabbing.
• Why power tools ruin horses’ teeth.
• Why the Hendra Vax ruins horses’ immune systems
• Two Aussie weeds that are potent antibiotics to treat drug resistant bacteria
• How to treat the new disease on the block – Faecal Water Syndrome
• All about horses self medicating
• Fresh plant herbal tinctures grown in Tasmania – the best quality in the world – all available in formulas and prescriptions from Walkenny Park Equine Herbs
• Case Histories – back from the dead and de-rotating pedal bones
• An Anti-Parasite Formula that works and horses love – imagine !
• Beating the Bute Habit – herbal pain relief and anti-inflammatory formula that works and is actually good for your horses – magic !
• Why real preventive nutrition can only be achieved with natural feeding and why it is the basis for true healing.

BACK INTO THE FUTURE WITH HERBS

From the first chapter of The Holistic Horse Herbal.

“In the last two decades the ancient wisdom of herbal medicine has undergone a huge renaissance. It is now firmly entrenched as a healing modality for humans and animals. It will continue to grow in popularity in the future as more people seek safe, sustainable and cost effective ways of keeping themselves and their animals healthy.

Despite the alternative label given to herbalists in this century, the medicine they practise has continued without a break for over twenty five centuries and more properly should be known as traditional medicine.

The history of herbal medicine IS the history of medicine.

The cast of characters, some famous, many unknown, in this universal cultural history is awe inspiring.
But it all began with animals.

Imagine a scene some 10,000 years ago – a lonely shepherd tends his flock. He starts to notice how some of his animals eat certain plants at particular times and very gradually a pattern forms in his mind. It dawns on him that his animals select plants to medicate themselves! Their instincts lead them to eat certain plants for medicine. This enlightenment becomes the idea that as those herbs heal his animals then they ought to be able to heal humans as well.

So traditional medicine began with animals teaching man that plants could be used for medicine as well as for food.”

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The Holistic Horse Herbal is available here:
https://walkenny.com.au/the-holistic-horse-herbal/

RAVE REVIEWS

Unlike many ‘experts’ Victoria is passionate about sharing her knowledge and experience. Through her previous publications Victoria seeks to educate horse owners about the conditions and herbal treatments that are available. By doing so she also guides us to the correct choice minimising the risk of adverse reactions and optimising outcomes. Her latest work further consolidates this knowledge – a lifetime of research, knowledge, passion and experience held between two covers. – Michelle Piccini B.V.Sc.

Victoria’s new book is not only educational and informative but it is so beautifully illustrated with photos and case studies that make it a pleasure to read. – Jan Payne NSW

Another fantastic book full of useful, practical information for all horse owners. I refer back to all Victoria’s books regularly. Allison Gillies Vic

Victoria Ferguson’s new book is a horse owners’ absolute MUST HAVE – packed with great information, detailed explanations from her vast knowledge and experience from a lifetimes work. The information here has kept my own herd in good health and saved us all in an emergency. Just love it! Sally Austin Qld

As a herbalist and long time follower of Victoria, I’ve always valued grounded, experience-based herbal wisdom. Over the years, Victoria Ferguson has been an incredible source of that wisdom, guiding and supporting me in caring for my horses naturally. Her new book is an invaluable must-have for anyone wanting to take responsibility for their horses’ health and wellbeing. It combines practical information with a clear, empowering natural health philosophy. The number of times I’ve turned to my herbal first aid kit, using what I’ve learned from Victoria, has been invaluable support. – Anita Wilson NSW

I didn’t think Victoria’s extensive knowledge could be explained more clearly than in her previous books, but as always Victoria seeks ways to help our equine friends by giving us answers and help in times of need beyond our knowledge. This new book explains the whys, wherefores and how to, to help us care for our beloved horses and adds to the library for direction and answers. Having this book gives me confidence to give my horse good nutrition and first aid. – Sue Thornley South Australia

For nearly 20 years, Victoria has been supporting my horses with her expert diets and herbal formulas. Together, we have addressed several health issues, including injuries, greasy heel, sarcoids, bone cysts, arthritis and hormonal challenges in mares. This book as well as her previous ones are a trusted source of expertise in managing the health and care of our beautiful horses. – Yvette Lutze, Queensland

I had the privilege of working with Victoria Ferguson for around 10 years. When I first was recommended to her services and products it was like opening the door to a new world. Immediately we changed the diets of all our horses upon her recommendations. Over the years through the various ailments and injuries Victoria was always on hand to prescribe treatments and herbal solutions, which always made a difference to our horses. From arthritis to sore backs, hoof abscesses and laminitis, Victoria has helped us time and time again. People always comment on our healthy shiny contented horses and we attribute this to their natural diets and approach to health issues that we were lucky enough to learn from Victoria. – Liz Healy, Queensland

The information in this book has helped me with a wide variety of horses, broodmares from pre conception to birth and beyond, foals from day 1 to full competition work, older horses, warmbloods, thoroughbreds and ponies. It is an incredible vault of knowledge and vital to my success in the performance and management of our team of polo ponies.
The Holistic Horse Herbal is a valuable guide for any and every horse owner regardless of their level of experience. This is one of the few books I’ve read multiple times and continue to refer back to and I pick up incredible new information each time. – Maddie Shoesmith S A

I met Victoria over 30 years ago when we were both competing at FEI Level dressage. I have run my farm organically for over 50 years and when Victoria started her equine herbal business it gave us a mutual interest. We have had many discussions regarding the health and natural rearing and breeding of horses. I have sought her vast knowledge in regard to treatment of ailments as well as preventive nutrition for both my own horses and those of my clients. Her holistic approach has always rewarded with great results and I know her latest book will contain many gems of knowledge for those who read it. – David Quick, Victoria