Ask the Nutritionist: Dr. Getty's Forum for Equine Nutrition
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Hi Andrea,
Let me clarify... an insulin resistant horse will always be prone toward this endocrine disorder. However, if the cresty neck and other fat deposits are gone, the horse is exercised, and is of normal weight, the horse can be fed normally because he has overcome the risk factors. It's very similar to a person with Type II diabetes that does not require insulin. This person is typically overweight and sedentary. But, if this person loses weight and exercises, the Type II diabetes goes away. Nevertheless, he is prone toward developing it again if he goes back to his old body weight and sedentary lifestyle.
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