What Causes Wobblers in Horses

The exact cause of wobbler syndrome in horses is unknown. It is believed that the syndrome is caused by genetic predisposition, feeding excessive amounts of energy and other nutrients, rapid growth, physical trauma, decreased copper/ increased zinc levels, or a combination of these factors.

How do you prevent wobblers in horses?

Preventing Wobblers Syndrome Unfortunately, there is no way to prevent a horse from developing wobblers syndrome. Care should be taken to prevent the young stock from too-rapid growth. However, if injury or genetic predisposition are factors, there is little we can do.

Does equine wobblers get worse with age?

Affected horses grow rapidly and are large for their age. Onset of the clinical signs can be gradual or come on all at once. Hind limb deficits are typically one grade worse than fore limbs. Circling, raising the head, and walking over obstacles or inclines make the condition worse.