Because of its association with laminitis, insulin resistance will be critical to the health of many horses as they are turned out on pasture this spring.
During the recent annual meeting of the American Association of Equine Practitioners in San Antonio, Texas, Australian hoof researchers shared their latest theories on using cold water to combat laminitis.
While we are all familiar with white line disease in its advanced stages, there is no reason a horse should suffer from advanced lesions if we are diligent and observant in our day-to-day shoeing.
It may be time to add insulin resistance to the list of major causes of laminitis. Recent research indicates impaired glucose uptake and postoperative conditions may weaken the hoof lamellae, which make horses more susceptible to this costly problem.
Oleo Acres Farrier and Blacksmith Supply owner Rob Michel walks viewers through the Littleton, Colo., warehouse. Inventory is organized with the customer in mind. If the product is in stock and easy to find, farriers can spend more time under a horse, which Michel says is more money in your pocket.
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