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As horse owners, we always strive to do what's best for our horses. They are our soulmates and a lifelong passion! Brought to you by Tribute® Superior Equine Nutrition, The Equine Connection Podcast is where health, nutrition and love for the horse come together. We share helpful advice, tips and tricks to help all horse owners better care for their four-legged partners.
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Wednesday Sep 29, 2021
HYPP (Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis) in Horses
Wednesday Sep 29, 2021
Wednesday Sep 29, 2021
Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis (HYPP) is a genetic disease that has been passed down by the Quarter Horse sire Impressive. This disease can affect up to almost 5% of all Quarter Horses. It also has been documented in other QH mixed breeds, all traced back to the Impressive line. The disease itself interrupts regular muscle function and can cause a horse's muscles to involuntary twitch, or cause a horse to shake and tremble. It can be especially dangerous leading to paralysis or death. Because diet plays a major role in managing this disease, in this podcast we discuss the proper dietary management for a HYPP horse. The major concern in potassium in the diet and thus we discuss which feeds a HYPP horse should avoid. We also share advice on which feeds would be considered appropriate and give some final management tips.
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