
Nature vs. Now: the gap is big, and problematic
Think about the life of a horse in the wild-this is the life your horse evolved to lead. It’s a consistent and healthy lifestyle, and it’s very different from how our modern horses live.
Nature vs. Now: the gap is big, and problematic
Think about the life of a horse in the wild-this is the life your horse evolved to lead. It’s a consistent and healthy lifestyle, and it’s very different from how our modern horses live.
EQUINE METABOLIC SYNDROME (EMS) EMS refers to a collection of endocrine and metabolic abnormalities associated with obesity and the development of laminitis in horses. Faulty insulin metabolism is a key component of EMS and can include both insulin resistance (IR)…
You be the judge It’s hard to resist the urge to squeal over how adorable a chubby pony is, but unfortunately, overweight horses and ponies aren’t cute — they’re unhealthy. Being too thin also comes with risks and health concerns.…
My 21-year-old gelding has Cushing’s and IR and foundered twice before an appropriate pergolide dose was reached. He also now has arthritis problems and has had his joints injected. I wanted to start him on a daily joint supplement but was advised against it due to human diabetics reacting to glucosamine.
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