When it comes to PSSM1 management we know that 1 of the most important factors is to reduce your PSSM1 horse’s glycogen intake but how exactly can we do this? We are here to help, this blog is 3 ways to reduce your PSSM1 horses Glyocogen intake
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PSSM Symptoms-Tightness
When it comes to PSSM symptoms tightness is something talked about by PSSM1 & PSSM2 owners alike. But what exactly is tightness and why do PSSM horses experience this?
Negative Nitrogen Balance
Negative nitrogen balance a word commonly heard in the PSSM community, but what exactly is it and why do PSSM horses suffer from it?
PSSM Symptoms- Muscle Wasting
When it comes to PSSM & MFM muscle wasting is a common symptom especially when it comes to PSSM2 horses. But what is muscle wasting and why do PSSM horses experience this?
PSSM Symptoms- Explosive Behaviour
When it comes to PSSM & MFM explosive behaviour is something commonly discussed amongst owners. But what is explosive behaviour and why do some PSSM horses react explosively?
Tying Up
Tying up or Monday morning disease has been affecting horses as early as 1840, it is one of the most talked about symptoms of PSSM but what exactly is Tying up?
How To Test For PSSM
PSSM1 and PSSM2 are both hereditary muscle diseases we know that only one parent has to have a copy of a mutated gene to pass it on, but how exactly do you test for PSSM?
Magnesium & It’s Benefits For PSSM Horses
Magnesium is vital for life but what exactly is it? And why can it aid in feeding PSSM, MFM, & RER horses? What Is Magnesium? Magnesium is a shiny Grey crystal like solid that is the 9th most abundant element in the universe. Magnesium is a chemical element known in the periodic table as the …
PSSM Symptoms-Lethargy
When it comes to PSSM & MFM lethargy can be one of the main symptoms but what does lethargy cover and why are these horses lethargic?
Rebecca & Ditsys Story
Today in your PSSM stories we hear from one of our admins Rebecca, and her PSSM story with her Cob x Hackney Mare Ditsy.