Laminitis in Horses: Causes, Warning Signs & Immediate Actions

Laminitis in Horses: Causes, Warning Signs & Immediate Actions

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Laminitis is an emergency – acting quickly saves horses' lives! Here you will learn everything about the causes, symptoms, and immediate actions for laminitis. From metabolic connections and fructans to therapeutic approaches: learn how to recognize laminitis, react correctly in an emergency, and prevent it in the long term. With expert knowledge on feeding, pasture management, and the gut microbiome, you can drastically minimize the risk. Laminitis doesn't have to happen – but if it does, every minute counts!

Category: Laminitis

If horses are still out in the pasture in the late autumn, when the nights are getting cold, the risk of laminitis becomes significantly elevated. This is particularly due to the prevalence of undetected dysbiosis in the large intestine. This...

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