Management Changes for Older PPID Horses
Senior horses with PPID need careful monitoring and preventive care because of equine Cushing’s effects on immunity, exercise tolerance, thermoregulation, and wound healing.
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Dianne McFarlane, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, is professor and chair of large animal clinical sciences at the University of Florida’s College of Veterinary Medicine, in Gainesville.
Posted by Dianne McFarlane, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM | May 22, 2022 | Article, Body Condition, Commentary, Cushing's Disease, Dental Problems, Deworming & Internal Parasites, Diagnosing and Managing PPID Horses, Feeding Old Horses, Horse Care, Immune System, Nutrition, Older Horse Care Concerns, Vaccinations
Senior horses with PPID need careful monitoring and preventive care because of equine Cushing’s effects on immunity, exercise tolerance, thermoregulation, and wound healing.
Read MorePosted by Dianne McFarlane, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM | Nov 6, 2019 | Arthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Article, Lameness, Musculoskeletal System, Older Horse Care Concerns, Pain Management
My vet wants my 38-year-old on phenylbutazone forever. Is there anything else that could help him, with no side effects?
Read MorePosted by Dianne McFarlane, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM | Jan 31, 2014 | Cushing's Disease, Feeding Old Horses, Metabolic Problems, Older Horse Care Concerns, University of Kentucky Diagnostic Research Lecture Series, Vet and Professional, Vet On Demand
Dr. Dianne McFarlane compares pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction and equine metabolic syndrome.
Read MorePosted by Dianne McFarlane, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM | Jan 29, 2013 | Article, Bedding, Older Horse Care Concerns
How essential is stall bedding for a senior horse?
Read MorePosted by Dianne McFarlane, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM | Jan 15, 2013 | Article, Dental Problems, Feeding Old Horses
My old gelding is generally healthy, but lately he developed loose stools. Is there something I’m missing?
Read MorePosted by Dianne McFarlane, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM | Dec 1, 2007 | Article, Working With a Veterinarian
We live in the age of instant and abundant information. Today’s horse owners and enthusiasts are extremely well-informed and have high expectations for the medical care of their animals. As a result, it is not uncommon when a horse develops a
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