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Treatment of equine obesity and laminitis in general practice (2020) Overview A discussion of equine obesity recognition; diagnostic options which are regularly achievable in general practice and treatment options which might achieve better owner compliance, for both the obese horse and the obese horse during a laminitis episode. Presenters Mr James Risk BVM&S MRCVS Clinician in Equine PracticeUniversity of Glasgow James…
Managing obesity in horses- how can vets help horse owners? (2021) Overview “Cobs are supposed to have an apple bum… not a whole orchard!” How can we use the science of behaviour change to help owners recognise and manage obesity in their horses? This practical talk will discuss the results of a three-year study about owners’ perceptions of equine weight management…
How to tip the scales in your favour: weight monitoring and management while keeping your horse happy (2021) Overview Horse owners often hate weight management and feel like it’s a constant battle, endlessly doing things your horse dislikes, such as restricting food and extra exercise. However, it doesn’t have to be like that! By working through the options which will suit you…
Obesity is often said to be one of the most frustrating but pervasive issues that equine veterinarians deal with; it can be difficult to bring up the topic with owners, to help them to really see that the animal is overweight, as well as to ensure that they actually change their behaviour. This talk brings together the results of a three-year study into horse owners’ perceptions of equine body condition and weight management, and theories of behaviour change and human psychology. By using these theories to better understand horse owner behaviour, this talk provides practical information which can be used to help with those difficult conversations.
Managing endocrine cases through the Autumn and Winter (2021) Overview During this webinar you will get an update on the latest thinking in the diagnosis and treatment of EMS and PPID with a focus on care through the winter. Dave will guide you through the importance of weight loss through the winter months to prevent laminitis in the Spring, and will…
Friends, forage, freedom: The Use of Alternative Grazing Systems for Horses (2021) Overview Equine management is built on the foundations of tradition. However, the role of horses is evolving, and the change in horse use but not horse management sometimes contributes to welfare issues, such as obesity. This talk considers “alternative” management systems for horses, which purport to fulfill the…
Prevention and Management of Laminitis (2021) Overview This webinar discusses the value of assessing insulin concentration in assessing the risk and prognosis for laminitis and goes on to highlight recent updates in the management of endocrinopathic laminitis and obesity. The pros and cons of different treatments are reviewed with reference to the published literature and also recent work that is…