HYPP (Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis) in Horses

Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis (HYPP) is a genetic disease that has been passed down by the Quarter Horse sire Impressive. This disease can affect up to almost 5% of all Quarter Horses. It also has been documented in other QH mixed breeds, all traced back to the Impressive line. The disease itself interrupts regular muscle function and can cause a horse's muscles to involuntary twitch, or cause a horse to shake and tremble. It can be especially dangerous leading to paralysis or death.  Because diet plays a major role in managing this disease, in this podcast we discuss the proper dietary management for a HYPP horse. The major concern in potassium in the diet and thus we discuss which feeds a HYPP horse should avoid. We also share advice on which feeds would be considered appropriate and give some final management tips. 

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