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Managing Chronic Laminitis Requires an Adaptable Strategy

Executing a shoeing package requires collaboration with vets, creative adjustments & frequent radiographs

By Maclaren Krueger posted on September 5, 2024 | Posted in Education, Diseases

Managing a chronically laminitic horse can take a comprehen- sive shoeing package, the time to execute it and a team of skilled individuals.

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What are the major causes of laminitis concerns during the fall months?

November 1, 2019 | Posted in Clients, Education, Nutrition

Horses are more likely to suffer from laminitis in the fall than any other time of year. This is due to high NSC (non-structural carbohydrates) occurring with cooler nighttime temperatures and increased blood ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone) secretion from the pituitary gland. Both lead to elevated insulin levels. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by Banixx.

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Can the particular region where a horse lives have an impact on potential Cushing’s disease dangers?

March 15, 2019 | Posted in Clients, Education, Nutrition

Catherine Whitehouse, Kentucky Equine Research nutrition advisor, discusses the varying presentation of Cushing’s disease, or PPID, in horses around the world. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).

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Do I need to be concerned with laminitis during the fall months?

October 1, 2018 | Posted in Clients, Education, Nutrition

Ice Horse staffers offer five things to remember about laminitis, your horse and the changing seasons. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).

Briefings: November 2016

November 7, 2016 | Posted in Anatomy, Education, Lamenesses, Safety & Healthcare

Acupuncture Does Not Modulate Palmar Heel Pain Many owners of horses with palmar heel pain explore a number of ways to relieve the discomfort, including acupuncture. Research from the University of Saskatchewan’s Western College of Veterinary Medicine and published in The Canadian Veterinary Journal finds that acupuncture appears to relieve the pain in some, but not all horses.

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Understanding Fall Laminitis

By Eleanor Kellon VMD posted on October 10, 2016 | Posted in Education, Diseases, Lamenesses, Nutrition

Source: Uckele Health & Nutrition

In the fall, some owners and caretakers are faced with the onset of obvious foot pain in their horses for no apparent reason. What’s going on?

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Monitor Fall Grazing To Prevent Equine Laminitis

September 25, 2015 | Posted in Clients, Education, Diseases, Lamenesses, Nutrition

Source: Kentucky Equine Research

Horses are at increased risk for laminitis when grass begins to grow in the spring, providing abundant forage that is high in moisture and carbohydrates but low in fiber. Autumn is also a high-risk time for grazing horses for a somewhat different reason.

Dealing With Metabolic Laminitis

How your clients can prevent it or improve quality of life for horses who already have it

By Christy West posted on May 1, 2008 | Posted in Diseases

The metabolism of a horse is quite complex, but were learning more about it all the time, including what hormones affect metabolism in such a way as to cause laminitis.

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Celebrating the 50th Anniversary

American Farriers Journal is excited and honored to celebrate its 50th anniversary of publishing the hands-on magazine for hoof-care professionals. Learn more about our special edition, which comes out in December 2024.

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Michigan Horseshoers Association 55th Annual Clinic

Date: 01/02/25

Location: Lansing, MI

The Michigan Horseshoers Association will host its 55th annual clinic Jan. 2-4, 2025 in East Lansing, Mich.

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Items Tagged with 'ACTH'

ARTICLES

Managing Chronic Laminitis Requires an Adaptable Strategy

What are the major causes of laminitis concerns during the fall months?

Can the particular region where a horse lives have an impact on potential Cushing’s disease dangers?

Do I need to be concerned with laminitis during the fall months?

Briefings: November 2016

Understanding Fall Laminitis

Monitor Fall Grazing To Prevent Equine Laminitis

Dealing With Metabolic Laminitis

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