Ponies and “easy keeper” breeds such as Morgans, Arabians, Spanish breeds, and some gaited horses appear more likely to develop metabolic problems due to a genetic tendency toward metabolic efficiency and weight gain. Horses that are overweight or kept on high-calorie diets with limited exercise also face a higher risk of insulin dysregulation and equine metabolic syndrome. Greg Schmid, DVM, professional services veterinarian with Dechra, describes the types of horses that might have a higher risk of metabolic problems in this Ask TheHorse Live excerpt.

This podcast is an excerpt of our Ask TheHorse Live Q&A, “Choosing the Right Supplement for Your Horse.” Listen to the full recording here.