Nutritional Management of Equine Diseases and Special Cases

Nutritional Management of Equine Diseases and Special Cases

Author/Editor: Bryan M. Waldridge

Publication Year: 2017

Overview

Nutritional Management of Equine Diseases and Special Cases provides an authoritative, evidence-based guide to formulating specialized therapeutic diets for horses with complex medical conditions. Edited by prominent equine practitioner Bryan M. Waldridge, this volume bridges clinical veterinary medicine with advanced nutritional science to optimize patient recovery and long-term health. It serves as an indispensable reference for equine veterinarians, veterinary nutritionists, and advanced stud managers.

Key Topics Covered
Metabolic & Endocrine Disorders: Dietary modification and management protocols for horses suffering from equine metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, and Cushing’s disease.
Gastrointestinal & Hepatic Conditions: Nutritional strategies for managing gastric ulcers, colic recovery, inflammatory bowel disease, and liver disorders.
Orthopedic & Developmental Support: Specialized feeding programs tailored to prevent and manage developmental orthopedic diseases in growing foals.
Geriatric & Critical Care Nutrition: Comprehensive guidelines for providing targeted nutritional support to senior horses and critically ill or recovering equine patients.