I signed up my PPID horse for this Free program. It is being run by Boehringer Ingelheim and has been running on Facebook. But it is only for the actual test cost and not associated tests like

Cassie was prescribed Thyro-L for weight loss by vet (after muzzling , change in hay, tested hay, reduced hay did not result in much weight loss or reduction in fat pads. It did reduce weight

I just spoke with my vet and she is ready to discuss switching to Invokana. Dr. Kellon, you had emailed the information to her but she was skeptical of using it for some reason. She had wanted to go

Hi Kathie, I wrote this last night but somehow it didn’t get sent. I wanted to add that I’ve read that hoof testing doesn’t always tell the whole story. It’s hard to get enough pressure to

If one were to try this, would it make any sense to try to get the prescription product rather than an over-the-counter supplement from the health food store? Cindy -- Cindy, Oden, and Eeyore,

Thanks for the good reminder, Martha. :) At one point, all three of mine were on the CTP, but I took the two "oldies" off it when I put them on the TC Senior. I am learning the error of my ways and

Don't worry, bashing of anyone--whether vets, trimmers, other members, etc--is not allowed in this group, nor is naming of vets, trimmers or other professionals unless you have their permission to do

Thanks! Another group says to give the dose twice daily. I was wondering if there was information comparing the effectiveness of each approach. -- Jessica USA 2020

CORRECTION: That should have been average fasting insulin, not glucose. -- Eleanor in PA www.drkellon.com EC Owner 2001

Glycocemic EQ is a "starter" mineral supplement with the minerals most frequently deficient - phosphorus, magnesium, copper, zinc, selenium, iodine plus Jiaogulan and other ingredients to support

We generally don't recommend supplemental feeding of oil, at least not in large amounts as it affects microorganisms in the bowel and fiber digestion, and it can worsen insulin resistance. Plus, it

You can but it's not likely to help. -- Eleanor in PA www.drkellon.com EC Owner 2001

The thymus is the master gland of the immune system which establishes populations of B and T cells, regulates recognition of " self " to prevent autoimmune diseases. It is most active in children,

Judy, do you know where the free ACTH is done? I also need insulin and glucose run, too, but if I have to pay for them as stand-alone tests (rather than as part of the PPID package at U Guelph), plus

Kathie, it's really important that you provide the units AND lab reference/normal ranges for her bloodwork in your post (if not your case history) as that makes a massive difference interpreting your

If I submit a hay analysis does someone in the group then let me know what I need to add to his diet in terms of vitamins and minerals to balance it? Thank you -- JoAnne G in PA 2020

Yes, pergolide often affects appetite and how picky they are. -- Eleanor in PA www.drkellon.com EC Owner 2001

Either you or she need to send an invoice to me. Copy of your bill is fine it it breaks down the BET related costs. -- Eleanor in PA www.drkellon.com EC Owner 2001

If you want to try Invokana, ask your vet to contact me or send me their e-mail address and I'll send an information file. You will need to schedule an appointment to draw blood for a chemistry panel

Thank you for posting this as I am planning to get my 25 year old gelding tested. When testing for insulin and glucose levels, would the tests be done at same lab? I know ACTH is done at University of