the horse game. colic where does colic occur? in the horse’s intestines what are some things that...
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The Horse Game
Colic
Where does colic occur? In the horse’s intestines
What are some things that cause colic?
Change in feed; lack of water; eat a foreign object; digested sand
What are some ways to treat colic?
Mineral oil; walking the horse; give plenty of water; may need surgery
Laminitis
What part of the horse does laminitis affect?
The hoof
What is another name for laminitis?
founder
Laminitis is caused by what?
Infection in the laminae
Strangles
Name 2 symptoms of strangles
Running nose; depression; lathargic
Strangles is most common in what age horses?
Under 5 years
What area of the horse does strangles affect?
Gutteral pouch
EIA
What does EIA stand for?
Equine Infectious Anemia
What test is used to screen for EIA?
Coggins test
How is EIA spread from horse to horse?
By biting insects