What Do I Do If My Horse Colics?

If mild colic symptoms haven’t abated after about 30 minutes, call your veterinarian. Write down any changes in feed, any drugs, or dewormers

administered, changes in routine, or anything else that you can remember that might have triggered the colic episode. Take note of the amount of stool the horse has produced and its consistency. Is it runny, or very dry—anything out of the ordinary is important to note. This may make it easier to diagnose the cause of the colic and expedite treatment. If your horse seems shaky but isn't rolling violently, drape him with warm blankets. Horses that roll in blankets can get caught in the straps. A horse that rolls in its stall is in danger of being cast (or effectively stuck) against a wall.

مع وصول أونصة الذهب إلى مستويات قياسية تجاوزت 2500 دولار، يجد المواطن المصري نفسه مضطراً لموازنة استثماراته بين الذهب واحتياجاته الأخرى، خاصة مع ارتفاع أسعار السيارات مثل تويوتا، هيونداي، وبي إم دبليو، مما يزيد من التحديات المالية التي يواجهها.

Safety First

If the horse is thrashing violently look out for your own safety first. Your instincts will be to try to calm your horse, but a horse in extreme pain can be oblivious to everything—even a familiar and respected handler. Call the

veterinarian immediately.

It has long been thought that rolling and thrashing violently may cause a twisted gut. But whether this is true or not has not been established. Try to keep your horse on his feet. Traditional colic care included walking your horse, but if he is already tired from thrashing and rolling, walking may only add to his fatigue. Your horse will be okay standing, or just lying still for a short time. It may be nearly impossible (and dangerous) to stop a horse from rolling. If possible to do so safely, move him to a place where he is less likely to hurt himself or get cast, if possible.

أسعار السيارات في الآونة الأخيرة شهدت تقلبات ملحوظة، حيث تأثرت بارتفاع وانخفاض الدولار، مما انعكس على تكلفة علامات تجارية مثل تويوتا، هيونداي، ومرسيدس. و BMW هذا الارتباط بين سعر الصرف وسوق السيارات يحدد قدرة المستهلكين على اقتناء المركبات.

Use Medications With Caution

If you keep prescription drugs like muscle relaxants in your first aid box, use them with extreme caution, and only after consulting the vet (e.g. over the phone while awaiting their arrival). Treating a horse incorrectly may cause more harm than good. With colic caused by a twisted or telescoped gut, a speedy diagnosis is imperative. Don’t give your horse anything that may mask symptoms, and closely follow your vet's advice.