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What to do if horse eats too much grain at once?
Watch the horse closely, provide plenty of water and call your veterinarian. Too much grain or concentrated feed (pellets etc) at one time can cause a horse to founder or colic. Call the veterinarian with the amount eaten and when and they will either give you instructions or come out to treat the horse.
How would a horse act if it had spasmodic colic?
The horse would want to mabey lie down alot... stop eating, and moving as much, get you horse checked anyway,
Does feeding a horse too much hay in the stable cause colic?
Too much hay is usually not an issue if the hay is not alfalfa. Timothy and other grass hay will not normally cause colic. What may cause colic in horses is a quick change in the type of hay. If a horse is accustomed to one type of hay a quick switch to another may cause colic. It is best to switch to a new type gradually over several days.
Should you feed your horse straight after riding it?
In real life, feeding a horse directly after riding can result in colic. Since colic is a very serious disorder that can result in death, feeding right after riding is not recommended. Neither is giving too much water after riding.
What foods cause horses to get colic?
ANSWER #1: Some poisonous plants to horses like yew, Ragwort, deadly nightshade, anything that they shouldn't eat. ANSWER #2: Colic is caused by dozens of different things. Too much of any feed can cause colic. Feeds/grains that are too rich can cause colic. Simply changing the type of horse feed too suddenly can cause colic. (Always change feeds gradually - over a period of 1 1/2 to 2 weeks). Too much lush green grass can also cause colic. Other causes of colic are: the horse not having enough water, especially after feeding; a hot horse drinking cold water; as well as diseases of the internal organs.
How often do you feed your horse grain throughout the year and how much would be an efficient amount to give the horse so it won't make it sickor give it some type of disease?
ok for starters you feed them grain every day or twice a day and they don`t get a disease they can get a colic or founder but you need to talk to vet or trainer if you have a horse.
Can eating too much dandelion hurt a horse?
YES YES YES YES! They can colic which often leads to surgery and even in some cases death! Eating too much of anything can cause colic. Some horsees colic easier than others but it is a HORRIBLE thing to go through.
When your horse shows signs of colic what type is most common impaction or spasmodic?
Spasmodic colic is believed to be the most common cause of intestinal colic. Spasmodic colic can be caused when a hot horse drinks cold water. It can also be caused by fear or stress, therefore flighty, nervous, high-strung horses are more susceptible to spasmodic colic than a calmer, more laid back, "bomb proof" horse. Impaction colic is very common as well. It can be caused by the horse eating a lot of feed or roughage such as hay and/or grass and not having enough water to drink. It can be caused by bad or moldy feed or the horse not chewing its food properly (another reason to keep your horses teeth checked) There is also Flatulent Colic, also known as Tympanic colic. It's more the indigestion type colic which causes a lot of gas and pain, normally caused from eating too much grain or grass or eating moldy or bad feed.
Are you supposed to give your horse salt water if it has colic?
No. You can allow some water while waiting for the vet, but certainly not salt water and no food at all. I also like to pick up all manure from the horse's stall. That way you can keep track of how much or if your horse is pooping. The vet will want to know.
When your horse refuses food and water looks around at their sidespaws the ground and tries to lay down often what is wrong?
AnswerThose sound like signs of colic, which is a general term for gastrointestinal distress, and a veterinary emergency.The two most common types of colic are spasmodic (gas and motility problems) and impaction (blockage), although there are many other potential causes for these painful symptoms.Some common signs of colic include:Pawing at the groundStretchingUnsuccessful attempts to defecateLooking at the flank or stomachNipping or kicking at the stomachUnusual restlessness (pacing, circling)Frequently laying down and getting upRollingGrinding teethRefusing food or waterIncreased pulse rateTake your horse out of his stall and keep him walking. Do not let him lie down or roll, as this can cause an intestinal torsion (aka twisted gut), which is usually fatal.
Do apples cause horse colic?
No apples cant replace horses hay. Apples should be given as a treat. They dont have enough nutrients in them. Hay is pretty much special kinds of dried grasses(alfalfa, timothy, etc.) and is required if you want a healthy horse. Do some research on the internet to find out where you can get hay, and how much to feed your horse every day.
Are moldy carrrots bad for horses?
Moldy food can at the least cause a horse to colic and at the most kill the horse. The reaction will be based on the type of mold and how much the horse ingested. You should never feed moldy food to a horse.
