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April 28, 2005
Equine Cushings Disease
Good information on a sad disease for horses.
Click through for links to more information.Equine Cushings disease is caused by a tumor in the pituitary gland, which is responsible for the production and regulation of hormones. Symptoms include a long, shaggy coat that does not shed, excessive drinking and urination, laminitis, a tendency for recurring infections in the hoof (foot abscesses), and a loss of muscle mass, especially along the topline and rump.
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Posted on April 28, 2005 06:20 AM by horse 404.
Filed in Horse Blog under horse breeds.
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I have a pony with what the vet says are the more advanced stage of cushings.. I have ordered Chasterbarry and white willow bark. does anyone know what and how this works best...
thanks
Posted by: Heather at January 7, 2009 11:41 PM
Thanks for sharing this important info...
Posted by: Speed Saddle at October 7, 2007 03:15 PM
Oh! The poor horse is caught by the disease.
Posted by: Jenifer at January 6, 2006 04:40 AM
