Should I Breed My Insulin-Resistant Horse?
Shoshana Rudski
September 18, 2022
An equine veterinarian explains the risks of breeding an insulin-resistant mare.
An equine veterinarian explains the risks of breeding an insulin-resistant mare.
Discover tips for managing horses with insulin resistance in the archived recording of our podcast. Sponsored by Wellness Ready.
Will a senior diet negatively affect a young horse? Two equine nutritionists agree it likely won’t.
Dr. Carrie Shaffer of the University of Kentucky describes how in vitro models will help us better understand how we can prevent and fight disease in horses.
Finding a boarding facility that can accommodate senior horses’ needs can be tricky, but these tips from Drs. Kelly Vineyard and Shannon Pratt-Phillips can help.
Typically, grass has less sugar overnight and in the early morning than during the day.
Start by analyzing what your horse is eating when evaluating whether you’re meeting his nutritional goals.
Learn about feeding your senior horse in this archived recording of our podcast. Sponsored by Purina.
Lara Tomich, DVM, Dipl. ACVD, says reducing pine in the affected horse’s immediate environment is key to preventing allergies.
You’re unlikely to overbathe an allergy-prone horse with the correct treatments, says an equine dermatologist.
Lara Tomich, DVM, Dipl. ACVD, says more testing, environmental factors, and increased pollen counts could be to blame.
An overactive immune system, environmental factors, genetics, and exposure all contribute to equine allergies.
Learn to keep your allergy-prone horse comfortable in this archived recording of our podcast. Sponsored by Kinetic Vet.
Dr. Steve Higgins of the University of Kentucky optimizes daily barn tasks for efficiency, cost savings, and environmental soundness.
Feeding your horse forage before a ride can protect the stomach from splashing gastric acid.
Feeding your horse extra calories can add unnecessary energy, making them ‘hot.’
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