Laminitis News

Fran Jurga compiles news on global research, education, therapy and prevention for equine health/hoofcare professionals, horse owners, educators, industry.

[EurekaMag @EurekaMag]

Clinical use of triamcinolone acetonide in the horse (205 cases) and the incidence of glucocorticoid-induced laminitis associated with its use https://t.co/0CRUBxU1Kj

[LSU Vet Med Dean @lsuvetmeddean]

Today’s scientist of the day @LSUVetMed is Dr. Britta Leise, a member of our remarkable Center for Equine Health & Sports Performance—& an authority on equine laminitis, sepsis & SIRS, advancing the field with her work on key signaling pathways. #LSU #ScholarshipFirst #WeDiscover

[Ramiro A. Restrepo @RamiroRestrepo]

RIP Ferocious☄️
Talented, gorgeous & noble; Loved by your partners, we never got to see you fulfill your true potential.

Sidelined due to a very unique foreleg injury suffered in his last race, along with a terrible cellulitis infection. Ultimately succumbing to Laminitis today.

[AJVR @AJVROA]

Immersion of the distal limb in ice and water was most effective for cooling the digital lamellae under clinically relevant conditions. Open access article: https://t.co/5xK5WDfwRx @pennvet @acvim #cryotherapy #laminitis #digitalhypthermia #lamellar #temperature

[GG Equine @gg_equine_]

Feel like we've been seeing this clip shared and reshared for a few years now. Its popularity is certainly from the way the two horses work together, but while it's funny, sure, it's not good for that pony's health. A good grazing muzzle can save lives!

[SPILLERS™ @TeamSPILLERS]

When it comes to soaking feeds, it’s essential to remember to weigh them before adding water. The volume of most feeds will increase after soaking, making it easy to overestimate how much you’re actually feeding.

[Laminitis News @Laminitis]

Thinking today of the greatest racehorse of my lifetime. #Secretariat died on this day, way back in 1989, but #laminitis still matters and it still kills horses every day. Read about the day he died and how it was reported : https://t.co/wqn1wYF37u

[Laminitis News @Laminitis]

When #laminitis makes the news, there's rarely anything to smile about. This story of a top German dressage pony, who competed with huge success from age 3 to age 25 (and was *still* competing), is no exception:
https://t.co/JZvj39xM9Q

[Laminitis News @Laminitis]

For all the horse owners who believe they could never have anything in common with the posh lawn #tennis set at @wimbledon , consider this story from our archives on the risks of lush spring grass...at center court back in 2013. https://t.co/84Yh8i0vKp

[BEVA Journals @EVJltd]

Four infographics are now available to illustrate the BEVA Primary Care Clinical Guidelines on the diagnosis and management of equine pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID).

🔗 https://t.co/oN8yNWgIKc

🎧 Listen to our EVJ In Conversation podcast on the guidelines.

[Laminitis News @Laminitis]

The numbers game will make your head spin when it comes to PPID or "Cushings" disease in older horses. Many statistics are compiled on horses >15 years old but survey results released today looked at horses in the UK >20. Core conclusion: a great many horses have PPID. #laminitis

[Laminitis News @Laminitis]

News from Ireland; @ucddublin vet school research shares insight into #laminitis and equine obesity in their native Connemara pony breed. Published in the @VeterinaryHQ Journal. Big Q: How might hoof wall separation disease (HWSD) compound the problem?
https://t.co/RSciUsaCab

[Tahira Animal Welfare Foundation - TAWF @tawf_uk]

Onyx, with a heartbreaking past, was abandoned due to severe neglect. Suffering from chronic laminitis, joint deformity, and osteoarthritis, his condition was worsened by poor hoof care. Now with us, Onyx is starting his journey to recovery, receiving the care he's always needed.

His story highlights the urgent need for compassion and responsible care for animals. Join us in making a difference for Onyx and many like him. Your support is crucial. 🐾💔 #HelpOnyx #AnimalCare #TAWF

🔗 Support Onyx's recovery: https://t.co/p2HypAaXRz | https://t.co/96bi1QKE7F

[Laminitis News @Laminitis]

What's the saddest thing I can post? Death by #laminitis . Jess's Dream was just that: the product of breeding two Thoroughbred racehorses of the year: Rachel Alexandra to Curlin, both owned by Stonestreet. Please show this to all the people who think laminitis is "over".

[Stonestreet @StonestreetFarm]

We are saddened to share that we lost Jess's Dream to laminitis. The condition came on suddenly & was unrelated to his retirement. Despite immediate veterinary invention his condition deteriorated to a point where we were unable to keep him comfortable. He will be greatly missed.

[Laminitis News @Laminitis]

@BloodHorse @BH_BKing Most #laminitis is preventable. Stableworkers need training to recognize early signs of laminitis, esp. horses recovering from injury who may have altered weightbearing, and to inspect feet, feel for heat, digital pulse, etc. daily. And not just racehorses--ALL horses, every day!

[Laminitis News @Laminitis]

@SaratogaGoose Most #laminitis is preventable. Stableworkers need training to recognize early signs of laminitis, esp. horses recovering from injury who may have altered weightbearing, and inspect feet, feel for heat, digital pulse, etc. daily. And not just racehorses--ALL horses, every day!

[Laminitis News @Laminitis]

@joy_aten Stable workers need to be trained to recognize early signs of laminitis, especially in horses recovering from injury who may have altered weightbearing, and to inspect feet, feel for heat, digital pulse, etc. daily. And not just in racing--all horses, every day!

[Laminitis News @Laminitis]

Such sad news. Kudos to farrier Len Albright for speaking up and bringing the horse's condition to attention of owner. Can more be done to train stable staff to identify signs of laminitis in early stages, inspect feet daily, esp when recovering from injury?

[BloodHorse @BloodHorse]

H. Allen Jerkens Memorial Stakes (G1) winner #OneinVermillion, injured while training in New Mexico this fall, was euthanized Feb. 2 due to laminitis, according to owner Jonathan Kalman. https://t.co/nh0vJgOIey @BH_Bking

[BEVA @BEVA_news]

Our Laminitis - EMS, PPID and their Part in Pedal Bone Downfall course is coming up!
Join Harry Carslake, Pat Harris, Edd Knowles, Andrew van Eps and Chris Wiggins to ensure you can treat even the trickiest case of metabolic-driven laminitis.

Book now: https://t.co/NFvI9usOQq

[Equine Veterinary Medical Center @EVMCQatar]

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#farrier #farriery #horseshoe #Horse