Mar, 2021
This is a bone disorder caused by excess parathyroid hormone (PTH) usually as a result of poor nutrition. This condition is also known as Big Head, Bran Disease or Miller’s Disease as it is common in horses fed high levels of bran. Bran is high in phosphorus, low in calcium and contains chemicals called phytates, which reduce calcium absorption. When bran is fed in high levels, without appropriate mineral supplementation, it can result in calcium deficiency. This in turn stimulates the production of PTH and causes fibrous growths to form in the bones, typically on the face, to compensate for mineral loss. Thankfully, due to balanced commercial feeds, few cases of this condition are seen today.
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Nicolas Gaumerais
Group Commercial Manager GCC Region
Based in the UAE, Nicolas Gaumerais is the Commercial Manager of Connolly's RED MILLS Group which includes Connolly's RED MILLS horse feeds and Foran Equine supplements sold in the GCC region. Nicholas regularly travels across the Gulf to meet customers.
Dominic Bligh
Group Commercial and Technical Executive GCC Region
Alternatively, reach out to Dominic Bligh who offers nutritional & technical support for Connolly's REDMILLS Feed and Foran Equine supplements. Dominic is also the Commercial Manager for Foran Equine Supplements. He regularly visits client's stables in the Middle East to advise on bespoke feeding programmes.