SGLT2-Inhibitor Use in Horses
Carol Clark, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM (LAIM)
February 23, 2026
Here’s what you should know about this new class of drugs for horses with insulin dysregulation.
Here’s what you should know about this new class of drugs for horses with insulin dysregulation.
In this podcast episode two experts answer listener questions about managing horses that have metabolic problems. Sponsored by Dechra.
Find out what supplements might be beneficial for horses with pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction and other metabolic problems.
Veterinarians rethink joint-disease treatment strategies for horses with metabolic issues.
Read about the do’s and don’ts of feeding horses that have 4 common health conditions, including gastric ulcers, metabolic disorders, and more.
An equine nutritionist explains why NSCs, ESCs, and WSCs are important factors to consider when choosing hay for your EMS horse.
Dr. Kristi Gran explains how owners can plan ahead for expenses related to managing a horse with chronic laminitis and why prevention is key.
Learn tips and tricks for navigating the difficulties of managing overweight horses in this article from The Horse‘s Fall 2025 issue.
An equine veterinary podiatrist says ice might help address this horse’s foot pain but won’t solve the main problem.
Yes, spring brings an increased risk of endocrinopathic laminitis for susceptible horses—but so does autumn. Here’s why.
Experts describe how to help horses experience a comfortable and healthy retirement.
Managing chronic laminitis in horses calls for a proactive approach. Read more in the Summer 2025 issue of The Horse.
Discover which horses can benefit from higher carbohydrate levels in their diets and the feeds that can supply them.
Dr. Howland Mansfield answers a listener question about the connection between equine metabolic problems, such as PPID, and hind-limb lameness.
Learn how horses go from metabolic to laminitic and ways to manage them.
Learn how to help your horse or pony shed his excess pounds safely.
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