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The horse will lay down and thrash around, they will also paw on the ground. If this is happening call your vet right away

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What are the symptoms of twisted gut in sheep?

I have never heard of a twisted gut, but I have heard of a twisted stomach. A twisted stomach occurs because of dietary problems.


Is there a procedure that could possibly work on a calf with twisted gut an old wives tale?

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Is a twisted gut or bowel hereditary?

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Can a twisted gut kill you?

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