So what causes Laminitis in Horses, Ponies and Donkeys? Understanding Laminitis and How to Support Recovery Laminitis is a serious and painful condition in horses. Although there are many possible triggers, such as concussion, post-surgical stress, pregnancy and lactation, supportive-limb overload, and metabolic issues that make some horses more prone, the most common cause here in New Zealand is pasture-induced laminitis. In simple terms, the horse has taken in too much sugar from the green,...

Otto’s Choke Incident and What You Need to Know About Choke in Horses

Equine Metabolic Syndrome Horse's-Typical Fat Deposit Areas To understand the EMS horse who has laminitis flare-ups, we must first understand the role of insulin: Insulin is more than just a hormone; it’s the gatekeeper of energy for your horse. When your horse eats anything, blood glucose levels rise, prompting the pancreas to release insulin. This hormone then helps cells absorb glucose, providing the energy they need to function optimally while keeping blood sugar levels in check at normal...