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Colic in Pregnant Mares

Late in pregnancy, mares’ abdominal space is limited, and they can experience colic. Learn more in the Winter 2024 issue of The Horse.

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Horse Colic Surgery Complications

Colic surgery outcomes aren’t guaranteed, but acting quickly reduces risks, and mild complications occur far more frequently than serious ones, if at all.

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Equine Colic 101

Knowing the causes of colic in horses, treatment options, and why referral might be necessary can give your horse a better outcome in a colic emergency.

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