Turns out my boy does have Cushings.
I've ordered Chasteberries in bulk (supposedly it works better than the medication for some) and if that doesn't help will start him on a medication. I've also started him on a Cushings friendly diet.
He's getting clipped in the next few days. (Having a friend of mine help me)
My question is, does Cushings shorten a horse's life expectancy if it's under control?
My boy's 26, going on 27. He's lost some muscle on his topline and haunches, but other than...
Does Cushings shorten the life expectancy of a horse?
I've ordered Chasteberries in bulk (supposedly it works better than the medication for some) and if that doesn't help will start him on a medication. I've also started him on a Cushings friendly diet.
He's getting clipped in the next few days. (Having a friend of mine help me)
My question is, does Cushings shorten a horse's life expectancy if it's under control?
My boy's 26, going on 27. He's lost some muscle on his topline and haunches, but other than...
Does Cushings shorten the life expectancy of a horse?