Cushing’s in Horses: Understanding PPID and Why Fall Testing Matters | Ep. 83

If you have an older horse, you’ve probably heard of Cushing’s disease, but how much has changed in what we know about diagnosing and managing it? In this episode, we take a closer look at pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID), the condition commonly called Cushing’s in horses, and explore why fall is an especially important time to think about testing. We discuss: • The early signs of PPID that are easy to mistake for normal aging • Why the seasonal rise in ACTH makes fall an importan...