What Are the Symptoms of Thyroid Problems in Horses?
The thyroid gland secretes hormones that are essential to keeping a horse healthy, including the hormone thyroxin. A thyroid that is not secreting enough thyroxin is said to be sluggish. A sluggish thyroid is also called “hypothyroidism” or “goiter.” It occurs mostly in foals but can strike a horse at almost any age. An overactive thyroid can cause a condition known as “hyperthyroidism.” With the proper diagnosis and care, horses with either of these conditions can survive. Read on for some of the common symptoms of thyroid problems in horses.
