Pasture-associated laminitis is the most reported laminitis in the U.S. It results from excessive consumption of grass that is high in nonstructural carbohydrates, which are starches and sugars. Curt Arens shares the importance of proper hoof care and good grazing management to mitigate several common hoof issues in equine, including laminitis and founder.
Source: Dakota Farmer, July 24, 2024. Link.
“Before turning horses out to pasture, fill them up with hay that is low in nonstructural carbohydrates, so they don’t initially overgraze.”
INSIGHTS: Considering the rich pasture grass conditions across much of the Midwest, this article is a good resource for horse owners who may not consider the richness of current pasture grass. Include the article in social media posts and newsletters.