PPID (Cushings) is one of the most common hormonal issues we see in older horses, but Australian data shows many cases are still slipping past owners. With around one in five horses over 15 affected, it’s far more widespread than most people realise. The challenge is that PPID doesn’t show up all at once, you need to keep a close eye on symptoms of problems with insulin and metabolic health to catch it early and keep these horses safe.

Most owners of horses with metabolic dysfunction know that they should avoid feeds that are high in sugar, but here are the reasons you also should consider limiting starch.

We already know that sugar is a problem for horses with metabolic dysfunction, but there is another reason to feed low sugar forages, even if your horse doesn’t suffer from metabolic issues,

Ensuring that your horse gets enough iodine in the diet is critical to supporting thyroid function and producing thyroid hormones that regulate almost every cell of the body

A horse can progress from 'good doer' to suffering equine metabolic syndrome, to Cushings. 2 supplements at 10g/day can delay this outcome.

When it comes to the health and well-being of our equine companions, exploring natural remedies and supplements can provide valuable...