
Key Takeaways: When your EMS horse shows the first signs of an acute laminitis episode, every minute counts. Having the right supplies ready to grab means you can start protective measures immediately while waiting for your vet, potentially preventing permanent laminar damage that changes your horse’s life forever. Why Every EMS Horse Owner Needs a…

Key Takeaways Proper storage keeps horse supplements fresh for 6-12 months, while poor conditions can degrade them in weeks. For EMS horses relying on targeted supplements to manage insulin resistance and prevent laminitis, degraded nutrients mean wasted money and serious health risks. Why Proper Horse Supplement Storage Matters for Metabolic Horses Your EMS horse depends on…

Key Takeaways When your veterinarian recommends supplements for your EMS horse, they’re following clinical decision protocols based on evidence, bloodwork results, and your horse’s response to dietary management. Understanding how vets decide which supplements to recommend—and when—helps you make informed choices and set realistic expectations for your horse’s metabolic health journey. How Veterinarians Assess EMS…

Key Takeaways Horse supplement overdose can range from mild digestive upset to sudden death, depending on the supplement type, amount ingested, and duration of exposure. Selenium, iron, and fat-soluble vitamins pose the greatest risks for EMS horses due to narrow safety margins. This guide covers emergency response protocols, toxic dose thresholds for common supplements, and proven…

Key Takeaways: Winter weather creates unique feeding challenges for horses with Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS). Cold temperatures increase calorie requirements while simultaneously making safe feed management more complex. You need to provide enough energy for warmth without triggering dangerous insulin spikes or laminitis flares. Understanding Winter Calorie Needs for EMS Horses When temperatures drop below…