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  • Absorbine - Celebrating 125 Years!
2017 sees Absorbine celebrate 125 years, an achievement not reached by many companies!
Their legacy began with an extraodinary couple: Mary Ida and Wilbur F. Young who were horse lovers, herbalists and gardeners. In the 19th Century they used these skills to develop a special blend of herbs to increase blood flow and heal lame horses, resulting in the very first Absorbine&#reg; Veterinary Liniment.
Inspired by Mary Ida and Wilbur's vision, Absorbine has continued to add innovative products throughout the years. Harry Caswell was appointed as Absorbine's first general manager in 1919 and was pivotal in manufacturing to the fledgling company. He stayed with Absorbine for over 40 years to help Wilbur F. Young and Mary Ida run and build the company.
In 1929 Absorbine moved to a new location in Springfield, M.A. to allow manufacturing to increase to cater for the growing demand.
In 1977 W.F.Young 111 (known as Bill) was appointed president and the horse care line was expanded. It was also at this time that Absorbine expanded into grooming products for horses and pets, including Absorbine ShowSheen.
Throughout the years many other new lines have been developed, such as fly control, Bigeloil liniment and Pet Care Lines.
Two new Presidents have since been named - Adam Raczkowski in 2008, and in 2015 the current President - Chris Jacobi, a renowned leader with a wealth of experience in the animal health industry.
Every day Absorbine continue working to maintain the honour of nurturing those special relationships that have made them The Horse World's Mosted Trusted Name.
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