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How Much Grain Should I Feed My Colic-Prone Horse?
Q. My horse is 19 years old and is sometimes colicky. I think I’m giving her too much grain—I use a measuring cupful, and she weighs 800 pounds. Can you please help me? I’m worried!
—via email
A. Colic is a potentially life-threatening condition, and I applaud you for wanting to get to the bottom of what may be causing these episodes. I would encourage you to discuss with your veterinarian what the potential causes might be because, depending on the type of colic your horse is suffering, the two might not be related. Colic should always be brought to your veterinarian’s attention especially when it is repetitive
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Written by:
Clair Thunes, PhD
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