March 2003

Is He Really Cushing's Or Just Fat And Hairy?

Be sure the diagnosis is accurate. Get the needed tests, so you don't waste money on unnecessary expensive medications.

Age and a long hair coat are not enough to make an accurate Cushing's diagnosis.

If you have a horse that is in its 20s or 30s, you may worry about him becoming a Cushing's horse. Look for these common symptoms:

• Long coat that doesn't shed…