Hi Daisy, Yes, send to KSU. This document tells you what you need to test. https://ecir.groups.io/g/main/files/Iron,%20Iron%20Testing,%20Iron%20Overload/KSU%20Iron%20Submission%20Information.pdf --

hello, what are the appropriate iron labs to do for an ir horse? is it best to send to ksu ? thank you, daisy, tiko, whisper -- -- Daisy, Tiko and Whisper CO, April 2019 Case History:

Hello Jan and welcome to the group! What will follow below is your welcome message that is sent out to new members upon their first post. There is a lot to read so when your able if you could read it

Here on ECIR we recommend testing a horse with PPID in late July to make sure their ACTH isn't climbing too fast. If it is, then you'll have time before the peak of the rise to increase pergolide

Hi Barb, Have you had his Vitamin E level checked? Do you have the results of the 'general bloodwork' that was done? Thanks, Sherry and Scutch (and Scarlet over the bridge) EC Primary Response PA

Hi Karen, Most people test at least once a year (in the spring) when their vet comes to do shots. If the horse is on Metformin they'll need more testing and if you're trying to dial in a pergolide

Hi Lori, If that test was done using wet chem (which I believe it was) that hay should be ok without soaking. Thanks, Sherry and Scutch (and Scarlet over the bridge) EC Primary Response PA

How long before she can reasonably comfortably manage a 2 hour trailer ride? She's turned out alone 24/7, her turnout side by side with her companion's. She doesn't move around much out there. I used

I am curious about the chaste berry, It has been recommended for PPID horses I am wondering if it has any positive effect on IR horses? I’m new to this forum so please let me know if I’m doing

Option 1 is missing iron and only tests starch with NIR, both not ideal. It's not clear if ESC is by NIR or wet chemistry. Option 2 looks better, if you can confirm the entire test is by wet

Hi Rhonda You want to make sure the carbohydrates are tested via wet chemistry. ESC and starch in particular. It looks to me that Option does not do that. Not exactly sure what you are telling us

I too am surprised that the Quarter Horse breed hasn't been identified as a breed more susceptible to IR. My Reg. Quarter Horse mare was diagnosed as a 4 year old and she is now 13. It has been a

Dr Kellon, I meant im a nobody to be influential for research. Human research is finally probing how to optimize the gut microbiome for health. Horse microbome optimization to combat inflamation, is

Carla - I have had success with body soreness & stiffness using Equithrive Original Joint

Done!-- Cheryl and Jewel Oct 2018 Port Alberni BC Canada https://ecir.groups.io/g/CaseHistory/files/Cheryl%20and%20Jewel https://ecir.groups.io/g/CaseHistory/album?id=81063

Yes if I let her know that you are recommending it she will follow your guideline I'm pretty sure - start both mya & Oliver at 1 pill prescend a day ? If there is a more economical option (compound

I have Equine Automation and EEZFeeder.com. Both will feed cubes easily. And, Debbie, I can’t comment on the science, but what you described is exactly what I do. Mine get 17 ounces of cubes

I was able to located 2 bags of the Timothy balanced cubes from Ontario dehy and it is waiting for me 2 hours away. I am going now to get it. I have a contact in the middle who will be supplying this

Thanks Sherry. I have been a member for several years, as have had two previous older Cushings horses. I'm getting IR blood drawn tomorrow. -- Barb B in CA 2019

He hasn't seemed himself since Jan/Feb...subtle personality change...where he used to be playful and sweet, he was uninterested and just stood around. He is dull at times, now pokey on the trail