Managing Obese Horses to Prevent Laminitis
Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc
November 9, 2023
Blood insulin levels can warn of increased risk of laminitis in obese horses and ponies and spur owners to mitigate it.
Blood insulin levels can warn of increased risk of laminitis in obese horses and ponies and spur owners to mitigate it.
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A careful approach to nutrition and exercise can help you keep your horse at an ideal weight.
Warm-season grasses, such as Bermuda and modified crabgrass, and early morning turnouts might be ideal for obese horses and those with metabolic issues.
Why do some horses wear muzzles, but others don’t? Does your horse need to wear a muzzle year-round? From proper fit to feeding, here’s what you need to know about these weight-loss contraptions.
Learn what makes managing ponies special—from their critical need for nutritional supervision to their often feisty personalities.
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