July 7, treatment 2010
I just received an envelope from Dirk and am happy to report that it is intact and includes the picture disk. I will put those pictures up shortly.
Dirk writes:
My travels through Saskatchewan have been interesting. There really is little to no bush. I have met a lot of wonderful people and it has been informative to chat with people who have spent most of their lives around horses and to hear of their experiences. I’ve met old cowboys who performed chiropractic on my horse and others who use natural cures to help animals with various ailments.
Chevy had a little sore, nurse a bump where her saddle sits and this was helped very much by a lady who mixed up some medicinal “mud” that she applied to the sore area. After this, I gave the horse a few days of solid rest just to make sure she was in tip-top shape.
There isn’t so much wild food to be had, but so many people have generously given me stuff from their kitchens and gardens. Also the delicious Saskatoon berry is ripe and ready to eat. I had never had that berry before, but I love the taste of it.
Another remedy I’ve learned on the trail: For swelling (horse or person), mix one litre of apple cider vinegar and add 1 Tablespoon of cayenne pepper. Soak a small towel in the mixture and apply to the affected area. Very easy and it helps a lot.