HORSES 10 Benefits Of Peppermint Oil For Horses By Emily Fought | December 15, 2020 Share You've probably seen your fair share of peppermint treats at the barn. They're a favorite among horses! If you'd like to get the most benefits out of peppermint, then you should try the essential oil though. It's popular in the aromatherapy world. Top Benefits of Peppermint Soothes an achy stomach and helps with digestive issuesCools sore muscles and jointsOpens the airways and promotes a healthy respiratory systemReduces or alleviates a coughIt can perk up or energize a tired horseAids in relaxing a stressed horseRepels insects on your horse and in the barnTreats dandruff when combined with shampooCreates a fresh aroma around the barnWhen infused into treats, it becomes a tasty reward Depending on the symptoms your horse is having, peppermint oil can be applied along their spine, chest and joints. It can also be defused into the air or ingested through grain or treats. HORSES | benefits candy cane essential oil health horses natural oil peppermint top 10 wellness