Hi Jennifer, Glad he is doing better! It is a lot easier to answer your question after reviewing your case history and current foot photos. https://ecir.groups.io/g/main/wiki/home#Case-History-Help ht

If the diarrhea is from a hay that isn't working for her, then switching hay would be the most important change back to something that works for her. If you feel you need a probiotic, you can try Forc

Hi Cheryl, I wouldn't use it unless soaked prior to feeding (one hour cold water or 30 minutes hot water), especially for a horse whose insulin is not well controlled. I would aim for 8% or lower unti

Hi Bobbie, What is her current insulin status? The last one in her case history was 74 in November. She may have arthritis, but if her feet hurt, she is going to be stiff and reluctant to work. If you

Hi Chris, I love your attitude of doing whatever it takes to help your guy! It would be good to review the information that Sherry provided, because that will answer a number of your questions: #23537

So sorry for your loss, Linda. It is so hard to let them go. May your fondest memories ease your pain and fill your heart.

Hi Suzanne, I didn't see a case history, so I don't know the details, but getting his insulin under control would like help his reactivity. Be safe!

Hi Vicky, If the ESC fraction is similar between the previous hay and the new one, he should do as well on the new hay. Whenever introducing new hay, it's good to keep an eye out for increasing sympto

Hi Adriane, There is a lot of good information in the files and on the website, but I don't recall seeing anything that addresses long term health. Horses are amazingly resilient. If her insulin is we

Hi Jodi, TRH stim is not recommended during the late summer and Autumn months because it's prone to false positives during that time. Some horses don't test positive based on ACTH levels, but still ar

Figure 2 with the insulin levels while grazing for four hours, and then taken off the grass is very interesting! The difference between the three groups, normal insulin regulation (NIR), moderate insu

Hi dkhoof -- Please remember to sign your posts with name, location and date of joining. You can create an auto sig. Directions are in the wiki. Thanks for respecting the group's policy. Paula with Co

Hi Debar, Nice job on the video! She is landing laterally on both front feet. Don't know if that is a trim issue or body use issue or... Photos would be great. I know it is lot to pull everything toge

Hi Jennifer, I wouldn't use it for two reasons. The first is that the manufacturer doesn't list dextrose in the ingredients list on their webpage. Seems very deceptive. They do have a note in the FAQ:

Hi Debra, Based on the calculations in your folder, she is insulin resistant and currently under good control, meaning lower laminitis risk. I don't remember all that was discussed with her. Would you

Hi Deb, For more information about the value of leptin testing, please see the information in the general protocol Candice sent to you on May 14th: #235492 There is lots of great information on the EC

Hi Dona, Great to hear Guinness is doing better! Yes, the insulin is higher than expected. What is the ESC and starch for the current hay? Have you noticed loss of top line, excessive drinking/urinati

Hi Daisy, If he is getting grass, it will be hard to know how much sugar and starch he is getting from it. The amount will vary with temperature and sunlight, and it is very hard to predict. If he get

Hi Jennifer, The way to increase sole depth is to get the trim correct, the insulin under control, and keep him comfortable so he can move correctly and develop a healthier foot. Correct movement mean

Hi Debra, It would be good to see the actual results before deciding everything. When you get the actual results, please use the IR calculator to determine status and let us know. https://www.ecirhors