Equine Metabolic Syndrome
Equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) is a condition characterized by obesity (the whole horse looks fat, or it seems to have a reasonable body condition except for areas of fatty tissue such as a cresty neck or fat pads around the tailhead), insulin resistance, and an increased risk of pasture-associated laminitis.
Both diet and exercise are included in a management plan for horses with
For horses fed only cured forages (hay, chaff, etc.), assuring adequate vitamin E intake by providing 1,000 IU of vitamin E per day is recommended. If pasture is included in the diet, then steps should be taken to reduce the risk of pasture-associated laminitis by providing a hindgut buffer.
Providing a source of the omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA may improve insulin sensitivity. Except in cases in which the horse is lame from laminitis or other causes, exercise should be increased gradually to encourage weight loss.
Which solution is right for your horse?
EO-3™ Concentrated direct source of DHA and EPA omega-3 fatty acids. EO-3 is a rich source of the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA in a palatable liquid form. EO-3 can be fed to all classes of horses including foals, breeding stock, and performance horses to improve the critical ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids in the diet.
EquiShure® Time-released hindgut balancer. EquiShure promotes normal digestive function by aiding in the maintenance of an optimal hindgut environment and is designed for horses suspected of suffering from or that are at risk of developing hindgut acidosis.
Gold Pellet® The ultimate vitamin, mineral and amino acid supplement for horses. Gold Pellet has been scientifically formulated to contain essential nutrient levels to meet requirements for work or growth, and is designed to complement a traditional diet of grains and roughage.
Nano-E® Liquid natural-source vitamin E with superior bioavailability. Nano-E is a revolutionary natural-source vitamin E supplement for horses. Liposome encapsulation and nanodispersion ensures rapid and superior bioavailability for all horses.
Nutrequin Se® Essential everyday nutrients for all horses. Nutrequin Se is an exceptional value-for-money vitamin, mineral, essential amino acid, and antioxidant formula, specifically designed to supplement horses on home-mixed diets or those consuming forage-only diets.
Learn More
- Laminitis, Insulin Resistance, Equine Metabolic Syndrome: Fast Facts
- Managing Equine Metabolic Syndrome: New Guidelines
- Can Body Shape Predict Metabolic Issues in Horses?
- Restricted Grazing Alters Intestinal Microorganisms of Horses
- Look to Exercise for Equine Weight Loss
- Pasture and Endocrine-Related Laminitis in Horses
- Limited Forage Intake and Horse Behavior
