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Colic in Horses



Signs of Colic

The signs of colic in horses range from almost imperceptible in mild cases to extremely violent in severe cases. The following list includes the most common signs:

 lying down more than usual
 getting up and lying down repeatedly
 standing stretched out
 standing frequently as if to urinate
 turning the head towards the flank
 repeatedly curling the upper lip
 pawing the ground
 kicking at the abdomen
 rolling


What to do

The severity of the case will dictate what you do when you find your horse showing signs of colic.

Prevent Scratches in Featherbreeds

This a great link showing how to prepare a sulfur/mineral oil mix that will help with scratches.

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