{"id":791,"date":"2025-10-05T15:51:49","date_gmt":"2025-10-05T13:51:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\/?page_id=791"},"modified":"2025-10-05T15:53:51","modified_gmt":"2025-10-05T13:53:51","slug":"cushings-disease-in-horses","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\/en\/cushing-ppid-beim-pferd","title":{"rendered":"Cushing's disease\/PPID in horses"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As a horse owner, it's understandable that you would be concerned when your older horse shows signs of a hormonal condition like Cushing's\/PPID. This condition can significantly impact well-being and requires focused attention. In this article, you'll learn what Cushing's\/PPID is, how to recognise it, and what support your horse needs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Was genau ist Cushing\/PPID bei Pferden?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cushing's, also known as <strong>Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID)<\/strong>, is a hormonal condition that predominantly affects older horses. It arises from a malfunction of the pituitary gland, leading to an overproduction of certain hormones. This can result in various physical changes and health problems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"461\" src=\"https:\/\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/kolik.jpg\" alt=\"Investigation of Cushing&#039;s\/PPID in Horses\" class=\"wp-image-172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/kolik.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/kolik-195x300.jpg 195w, https:\/\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/kolik-250x384.jpg 250w, https:\/\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/kolik-100x154.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Symptoms of Cushing's\/PPID<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The symptoms can appear gradually and vary. The most common signs include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Delayed moult<\/strong> The coat often remains long and dense for a long time, especially in summer.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Shaggy or curly coat:<\/strong> Uneven fur growth can be a sign.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Increased drinking and urination<\/strong> Frequent drinking and increased urination are typical symptoms.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Muscle wasting<\/strong> Particularly in the area of the back and hindquarters, a loss of muscle mass can be observed.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Weight loss<\/strong> Despite normal feeding, unintentional weight loss can occur.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Increased susceptibility to infection<\/strong> The immune system is weakened, which can lead to more frequent illnesses.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Increased sweating<\/strong> Excessive sweating can occur even with light exercise.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Laminitis<\/strong> An increased risk of laminitis is associated with this condition.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here you will find further <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cushing-hat-viele-gesichter.de\/\">Information<\/a> on Cushing's\/PPID in horses from Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica GmbH.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Diagnosis and Treatment<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Diagnosis is usually made through a blood test to determine the ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone) level. Elevated levels can indicate Cushing's\/PPID. In some cases, further tests are required to confirm the diagnosis.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Cushing's\/PPID is not curable, your horse's quality of life can be significantly improved with targeted treatment. Drug therapy with <strong>Pergolid<\/strong> is the most common treatment method. Pergolide helps to regulate excessive hormone production and alleviate symptoms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Support for your horse<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to medication, everyday management is also crucial:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tailored feeding<\/strong> A balanced diet tailored to your horse's needs supports good health.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Regular exercise<\/strong> Gentle movement promotes blood circulation and general well-being.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stress Reduction<\/strong> A calm and stress-free environment contributes to the stabilisation of one's health.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Regular veterinary check-ups:<\/strong> Monitoring of the health status and adjustment of treatment are important.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cushing's\/PPID is a serious condition, but with the right support and treatment, it can be well managed. As a horse owner, you can help your horse lead a fulfilling life despite this challenge through attentive observation and loving care.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\/en\/contact\/\"><strong>Contact<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Phone: +49 151 23063527\u00a0<br>E-mail: <a href=\"\/en\/info@pferdepraxis-roedig.de\/\">info@pferdepraxis-roedig.de\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Als Pferdebesitzer ist es verst\u00e4ndlich, dass Sie sich Sorgen machen, wenn Ihr \u00e4lteres Pferd Anzeichen einer hormonellen Erkrankung wie Cushing\/PPID zeigt. Diese Erkrankung kann das Wohlbefinden erheblich beeintr\u00e4chtigen und erfordert gezielte Aufmerksamkeit. In diesem Artikel erfahren Sie, was Cushing\/PPID ist, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-791","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","clearfix"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Cushing\/PPID beim Pferd - Tier\u00e4rztliche Praxis f\u00fcr Pferde - Dr. Nina R\u00f6dig - Fachtier\u00e4rztin<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Cushing\/PPID beim Pferd, auch bekannt als Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID), ist eine hormonelle Erkrankung, die vorwiegend bei \u00e4lteren Pferden auftritt.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\/en\/cushings-disease-in-horses\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_GB\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Cushing\/PPID beim Pferd - Tier\u00e4rztliche Praxis f\u00fcr Pferde - Dr. Nina R\u00f6dig - Fachtier\u00e4rztin\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Cushing\/PPID beim Pferd, auch bekannt als Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID), ist eine hormonelle Erkrankung, die vorwiegend bei \u00e4lteren Pferden auftritt.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\/en\/cushings-disease-in-horses\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Tier\u00e4rztliche Praxis f\u00fcr Pferde - Dr. Nina R\u00f6dig - Fachtier\u00e4rztin\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/tierarztpraxisroedig\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2025-10-05T13:53:51+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/kolik.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"300\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"461\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Estimated reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"2 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\\\/cushing-ppid-beim-pferd\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\\\/cushing-ppid-beim-pferd\",\"name\":\"Cushing\\\/PPID beim Pferd - Tier\u00e4rztliche Praxis f\u00fcr Pferde - Dr. Nina R\u00f6dig - Fachtier\u00e4rztin\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\\\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\\\/cushing-ppid-beim-pferd#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\\\/cushing-ppid-beim-pferd#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2020\\\/12\\\/kolik.jpg\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-10-05T13:51:49+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-10-05T13:53:51+00:00\",\"description\":\"Cushing\\\/PPID beim Pferd, auch bekannt als Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID), ist eine hormonelle Erkrankung, die vorwiegend bei \u00e4lteren Pferden auftritt.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\\\/cushing-ppid-beim-pferd#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\\\/cushing-ppid-beim-pferd\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\\\/cushing-ppid-beim-pferd#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2020\\\/12\\\/kolik.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2020\\\/12\\\/kolik.jpg\"},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\\\/cushing-ppid-beim-pferd#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Startseite\",\"item\":\"https:\\\/\\\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\\\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Cushing\\\/PPID beim Pferd\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\\\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/pferdepraxis-roedig.de\\\/\",\"name\":\"Tier\u00e4rztliche Praxis f\u00fcr Pferde - Dr. Nina R\u00f6dig\",\"description\":\"Orthop\u00e4die mit Ultraschall, dig. 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