Feeding Senior Horses with Endocrine Diseases - Key Differences in Nutritional Management Between Cushing's and Metabolic Syndrome
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- January 21, 2026
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Overview
Publication Information
Endocrine diseases like Cushing's disease and metabolic syndrome are common in senior horses, but their nutritional management is not the same. This publication explains how feeding strategies should change based on the specific diagnosis.
Written for equine owners, this guide walks through practical, step-by-step nutrition decisions to support body condition, muscle health, and metabolic stability.
What You'll Learn
- Key endocrine conditions explained: How Cushing's disease and metabolic syndrome differ
- Nutrition goals by diagnosis: Why feeding strategies change based on disease type
- Body condition considerations: How weight status guides forage and concentrate choices
- Reducing secondary risks: Feeding practices that help lower the risk of laminitis and muscle loss
Download the guide to make informed feeding decisions for senior horses with endocrine disease.
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