Can horses with DSLD sometimes be diagnosed with arthritis? Or do the two go hand in hand? I had an ex-race with 4 giant fetlocks. I was always told she was arthritic. It started with her refusing to canter. Nothing could fix it. She's now retired to pasture at age 11. The vet and chiropractor bills piled up too high, and I could see it in her face that she greatly disliked being ridden. Could she have had DSLD? She never had issues with standing up or laying down. She never tripped.
I'm almost certain my horse has this disease. We sent a blood sample to Kansas State Vet. Med Center months ago and were told they were finishing one study and my horse's blood sample would be included in the NEXT study coming up. After not hearing from them I called to then be told they have no record of it. Any other places we can go to for help?
While DSLD/ESPA (D/E)was once believed to be more common in Pasos, current research shows D/E is found in many breeds including Arabs, TBs, QH, Morgans, Saddlebreds, Appaloosas, Friesians, MFTs, TWH, Paints, Mustangs, etc. Many crossbreds (including mules) have been affected also. D/E is suspected to be an inherited genetic disorder (NOT based on use), and it is advised not to breed affected horses or ride them due to the potential for pain to the horse or injury to both horse and rider.
Good observation! It is caused indirectly by the disease due to the deterioration of the suspensory ligament. When the fetlock drops, it increases the distance from the hip to the center of the fetlock and straightens the rear leg. As the fetlock drops, the horse becomes more post-legged.
I got a message to check out this video, it says a video response to Tigerlily...my horse...thank you so much. It has not been diagnosed as this, but judging by the info, it has to be what tigerlily has. She has mostly good days as she is just a pasture companion to my retired dressage horse. I am seriously considering putting her down before she gets bad, as I've been unable to find her a home for years. Thanks so much for the video & check out her vid 4 a possible example. She's 16.2hh TB
I have an Arab/Quarter horse cross diagnosed with DSLD this past Spring. I had not heard of the disease prior to the diagnosis. I assumed he had a pinched nerve. I went to a Sport Horse Clinic. Prognosis was poor. November 1, All Saints Day, Magic Man Snickers was euthanized. Snickers is riding the wings of Heaven! You will be sorely missed as my equine companion! I appreciate the video to help educate others on this afflication of our equines.
I used to ride a horse named "Cricket". She is always going lame for no reason, refuses to canter, and during the cold weather her legs swell to be huge. Could she have this awful diesese. She is NOT my horse!
I am so glad to know about this - how utterly painful it must be for them ! I am going to read up on this ... I am one that the slightest little hint of a problem, the vet is called in and I am thankful that hasn't been very often, in fact only twice as they have regular 6 month checks. It is so important to know and understand your animal companion's body language.
To got the most up-to-date help and info in the area of DSLD/ESPA, join the Yahoo Group "DSLD-equine". Be sure to check out their associated web pages listed in the home page paragraph -- you don't have to join to get the URLs. You'll find links to all the credible veterinary research published to date, loads of info, photos, files, links and more.
Can horses with DSLD sometimes be diagnosed with arthritis? Or do the two go hand in hand? I had an ex-race with 4 giant fetlocks. I was always told she was arthritic. It started with her refusing to canter. Nothing could fix it. She's now retired to pasture at age 11. The vet and chiropractor bills piled up too high, and I could see it in her face that she greatly disliked being ridden. Could she have had DSLD? She never had issues with standing up or laying down. She never tripped.
shymi 1 year ago
@shymi
They can. As for tripping, etc., each horse will present differently.
The DSLDequine website contains anecdotes for a few TBs: SOUTH BEACH BABY (Line In The Sand x Miss Starquest),
ONO EAGLE JOE (Ono Brandt x L'Eggie Lou), and
EXPLOPONENT (Proponent x Lady Explo).
LYLAS LORELEI (Red Sovereign x Lyla) on Page 2.
You'll find more affected TBs, on the Yahoo Group (link in box on right)
EquineESPAGroup 1 year ago
I'm almost certain my horse has this disease. We sent a blood sample to Kansas State Vet. Med Center months ago and were told they were finishing one study and my horse's blood sample would be included in the NEXT study coming up. After not hearing from them I called to then be told they have no record of it. Any other places we can go to for help?
Oransky 2 years ago
What type of horses is it more common to get this?
What about horses that jump?
I plan on going to college and learning to jump while I attend college and I dont want to hurt them.
I have never jumped before thought
deadpassion1479 3 years ago
While DSLD/ESPA (D/E)was once believed to be more common in Pasos, current research shows D/E is found in many breeds including Arabs, TBs, QH, Morgans, Saddlebreds, Appaloosas, Friesians, MFTs, TWH, Paints, Mustangs, etc. Many crossbreds (including mules) have been affected also. D/E is suspected to be an inherited genetic disorder (NOT based on use), and it is advised not to breed affected horses or ride them due to the potential for pain to the horse or injury to both horse and rider.
EquineESPAGroup 3 years ago
Those horses looked very post legged in their hind end. Is that from the disease or does it create it?
JamesThWilliams 3 years ago
Good observation! It is caused indirectly by the disease due to the deterioration of the suspensory ligament. When the fetlock drops, it increases the distance from the hip to the center of the fetlock and straightens the rear leg. As the fetlock drops, the horse becomes more post-legged.
EquineESPAGroup 3 years ago
I am curious too, as my boy was straight through the hocks and got PSD... See my vid...
jilesfoot 2 years ago
I cry at this stuff...so sad.
jes70s 3 years ago
I got a message to check out this video, it says a video response to Tigerlily...my horse...thank you so much. It has not been diagnosed as this, but judging by the info, it has to be what tigerlily has. She has mostly good days as she is just a pasture companion to my retired dressage horse. I am seriously considering putting her down before she gets bad, as I've been unable to find her a home for years. Thanks so much for the video & check out her vid 4 a possible example. She's 16.2hh TB
shelbyco5 3 years ago 2
I have an Arab/Quarter horse cross diagnosed with DSLD this past Spring. I had not heard of the disease prior to the diagnosis. I assumed he had a pinched nerve. I went to a Sport Horse Clinic. Prognosis was poor. November 1, All Saints Day, Magic Man Snickers was euthanized. Snickers is riding the wings of Heaven! You will be sorely missed as my equine companion! I appreciate the video to help educate others on this afflication of our equines.
Farmermi 4 years ago 3
this is truly a terrible disease. we have peruvian pasos, so we know all about the disease. we have been lucky sofar, tho
mm333333333 4 years ago 3
I used to ride a horse named "Cricket". She is always going lame for no reason, refuses to canter, and during the cold weather her legs swell to be huge. Could she have this awful diesese. She is NOT my horse!
HugKissLove1994 4 years ago
Just curious. Is Cricket a buckskin by any chance?
grahamquacker 4 years ago
I am so glad to know about this - how utterly painful it must be for them ! I am going to read up on this ... I am one that the slightest little hint of a problem, the vet is called in and I am thankful that hasn't been very often, in fact only twice as they have regular 6 month checks. It is so important to know and understand your animal companion's body language.
cvfa 4 years ago 3
Tragic, I don't believe that many people know about this. Thank you for educating me on this terrible disease.
Hooftimmer 4 years ago 3
If you love horses, learn about DSLD/ESPA!
To got the most up-to-date help and info in the area of DSLD/ESPA, join the Yahoo Group "DSLD-equine". Be sure to check out their associated web pages listed in the home page paragraph -- you don't have to join to get the URLs. You'll find links to all the credible veterinary research published to date, loads of info, photos, files, links and more.
losvagos1m 4 years ago 3
So sad. I hope this video contributes to understanding the disease.
runnerdes 5 years ago 3