Description
Feeding to Prevent Laminitis: Nutrition Strategies for Equine Health – Webinar Recording
with Anna Welch
Learn how to effectively prevent laminitis through targeted nutritional management with Anna Welch, a veterinary nutritionist. This webinar provides a detailed explanation of laminitis, its causes (including hormonal factors and carbohydrate overload), and the critical role of diet in prevention. Discover practical feeding strategies covering forage selection, grazing restriction, hay soaking, the use of slow feeders, and appropriate bucket feeding. Gain insights into the importance of exercise and weight management, and learn how to tailor your feeding regime to minimise laminitis risk. This webinar is essential for horse owners, trainers, and equine professionals seeking to optimise equine health through nutrition.
In This Webinar:
- – Understand what laminitis is and its impact on the equine foot.
- – Learn about the causes and contributing factors of laminitis, including hormonal issues and carbohydrate overload.
- – Discover the principles of feeding for laminitis prevention.
- – Learn effective forage management strategies.
- – Gain insights into grazing restriction techniques.
- – Learn how to properly soak hay to reduce sugar content.
- – Understand the role of bucket feeding and appropriate supplements.
- – Learn about the importance of exercise and weight management in laminitis prevention.
About Anna:
Anna Welch BVSc BSc MRCVS is a highly qualified Veterinary Nutrition Director, contributing to the award-winning team at TopSpec. Graduating from the University of Liverpool’s School of Veterinary Science in 2008, she also holds a BSc in Veterinary Anatomy/Equine Science from the University of Bristol. Her extensive experience includes five years in a busy mixed and equine veterinary practice, providing her with a strong foundation in equine health.
As a key member of TopSpec’s nutritional helpline team, Anna provides expert advice on equine nutrition, contributing to their unprecedented eleven-time win of the Stubbs England Nutritional Helpline of the Year Award at the BETA Business Awards. Judges have consistently praised the team for their clear, precise, and personalized customer service.
Anna’s expertise extends to a wide range of equine health topics, as demonstrated in her engaging webinar on pasture management, toxic plants, weight management, and the equine digestive system. Her dedication to equine welfare and performance makes her a valuable resource for horse owners seeking reliable and informed nutritional guidance.
How To Watch:
Prevent laminitis with Anna Welch’s nutrition strategies. Learn about forage selection, grazing restriction, hay soaking, and weight management.
