Consuming sand is not ideal for equine digestion because sand irritates and inflames the intestinal lining, disrupting the bowel’s efficiency…
Many horse owners understand the term colic to mean abdominal pain in horses. Although there are several causes of colic,…
One vet's crazy day reminds us how chaotic life can get. But when it matters, a life is saved. The…
With many horses seeing their exercise schedules suddenly reduced or eliminated, questions have cropped up if this creates a higher…
Few problems can leave you feeling more scared and helpless than a colicky horse. Sometimes colic feels as unpredictable as…
As horse owners, one of the most universally dreaded situations we all fear is colic. Your horse comes in for…
Straight grains such as corn, oats and barley or sweet feed can contribute to the development of colic. Many bagged…
Travel and competition are stressful events for horses. Here is a list of colic-causing problems in our horses that can…
Thumbs Up: Understanding common colic risk factors Colic is a potentially deadly and unfortunately common condition that affects horses of…
In our Ask the Vet column, Dr. Lydia Gray answers your horse-health questions at HorseChannel.com/AskTheVet. Q: My horse just had…