Cresty Neck Prevalence, Risk Factors Evaluated
Kristen M. Janicki, MS, PAS
May 25, 2015
Risk factors identified include height, a previous history of laminitis, breed, herd size, and more.
Risk factors identified include height, a previous history of laminitis, breed, herd size, and more.
Equine metabolic syndrome doesn’t just cause equids’ girths to expand; it can also lead to other health conditions.
Researchers found the muzzles reduced horses’ grass consumption by 30% but did not impact the animals’ forage choice.
Equine metabolic syndrome and Cushing’s disease prevention start from birth and include regular veterinary exams and proper nutrition.
Of the 991 respondents, 26% said they’d reduce their horses’ turnout time to reduce spring pasture intake.
Vets have made great strides in EMS diagnosis and management, but there’s still much work to be done.
Tailored hoof care and husbandry practices could help affected horses return to health.
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones talks about obesity in horses, different problems that can be caused by obesity, and how to tell if your horse is overweight.
One researcher says it’s unlikely that every obese horse is at risk of developing EMS and laminitis.
The risk factors associated with laminitis are many. But which are most important for owners to watch for?
Geor’s lecture will focus on obesity, insulin resistance, and how these conditions relate to laminitis.
The events will feature lectures on university programs, equine reproduction, and horse management issues.
Of the 688 voters, 77% indicated they had, at one time or another, used a diet to reduce a horse’s weight.
Caring for Miniature Horses is similar to managing big horses–they need good nutrition, housing, farriery, and vet care. However, these tiny equids do require some special considerations, too.
One equine nutritionist describes factors contributing to equine obesity and provides management tips.
Learn about the potential benefits of soaking your horse’s hay, methods for soaking, and what to do with the remaining liquid (hint: don’t use it to water plants) in this information packed fact sheet.
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