 Meet the Founder: Gloria Garland, L.Ac., Dipl. Ac. & Ch.
The Heart & Wisdom Behind Whole Horse Herbs From her first horse-love spark to decades as an herbal expert, Gloria Garland’s journey is about passion, curiosity, and care for the animals we cherish. Who is Gloria? Gloria Garland is a licensed acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist with over 30 years of experience blending ancient herbal wisdom with practical, modern-day equine care. Her journey began with a deep personal desire to help her own arthritic gelding find relief, a moment that changed everything. After earning her Master’s Degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine, Gloria went on to become a respected author, educator, and clinician, featured in publications like Equine Wellness Magazine, Equus, American Natural Equine, and more. She has also taught hands-on seminars nationwide, empowering horse owners with knowledge that makes a difference in daily care and long-term wellness. Why Whole Horse Herbs? Out of her quest for natural, effective support for her own horses, Whole Horse Herbs was born, bringing traditional herbal formulas and thoughtful care solutions to the equine community far and wide. Gloria’s work is rooted in respect for the land, sustainability, and a belief that gentle, herbal support can complement modern veterinary care beautifully. When she isn’t formulating remedies or consulting with horse owners, you might find Gloria hiking with her dogs, gardening, or exploring the Sierra Nevada with her horse Noche living the life she once dreamed of. Fun fact: Gloria’s decades of real-world equine herbal experience means she’s one of the most trusted practitioners in the space, and always has a story, tip, or herbal insight to share
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 The Heart of the Horse
The horse’s heart is truly remarkable. It is large, powerful, and built for endurance, weighing anywhere from 8–10 pounds or more, significantly larger, relative to body size, than the hearts of many other mammals. With each beat, a horse’s heart can pump several gallons of blood per minute, delivering oxygen and nutrients efficiently throughout the body to support movement, stamina, and recovery. This extraordinary organ allows horses to respond quickly to exertion, stress, and rest, reflecting a deep connection between the heart, circulation, and nervous system. In Chinese medicine, the Heart is more than a physical organ. It is the home of the Shen, the spirit. The Heart governs: + presence and awareness + emotional regulation + connection and relationship + the ability to rest, sleep, and feel at ease When the Heart is supported, there is clarity, vitality, and connection. When it is strained, by stress, illness, grief, or overexertion, we may see restlessness, anxiety, tension, or disconnection. This February, we’ll be exploring the Heart as a center of whole-being, through the lens of Chinese medicine, herbal support, nervous system health, and the deep bonds we share with our animals. Because caring for the Heart means caring for the whole horse.  ERU is the leading cause of blindness in horses, but holistic support can make a difference.
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Gloria Garland, L.Ac, Dipl. Ac. & CH.. of Whole Horse Herbs. She has 30 years of experience
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