Your Sick Horse Might Need Fluids. Here’s Why
World Equine Veterinary Association
April 8, 2017
Enteral and/or intravenous fluid administration can be a crucial part of supporting sick foals and horses.
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Enteral and/or intravenous fluid administration can be a crucial part of supporting sick foals and horses.
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Meeting topics include colic, dentistry, the hind suspensory ligament and stifle, and more.
Preliminary results suggest risk factors include fewer high-speed workouts and a drop in racing class, among others.
Of the 1,743 respondents, 841 (48%) said their horses’ hooves are trimmed and/or shod every six to seven weeks.
Sedation and bandaging can help buy time for a thorough exam and to make a thoughtful decision about the horse’s future.
The legislation levy an 8% sales tax on fees charged by veterinarians for any treatment of small and large animals.
British researchers are studying gastric ulcers, rib fractures, and corneal ulcers, among other important equine health topics.
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