Horse poisoning can be a killer, and more so to your pocket book. If you live in the country, or anywhere near it, you may have heard of a horse getting into something that causes it to become ill. It can be from eating poisonous plants, drinking too much water in a small amount of time and ingesting some of the toxins that are present in the water supply leaving them unable to breathe. The symptoms can be mild or severe depending on what has been ingested and how much.
It is important to always remain alert when you are working around the farm and to make sure that the horse has access to plenty of clean water all the time. Some symptoms of poisoning include:
* Abdominal pain
* Behavioral changes
* Diarrhea
* Excessive thirst
* Fever
* Foaming at the mouth
* Generalized weakness
* Loss of appetite
* Muscle cramps or spasms
* Nausea or vomiting
A veterinarian can perform tests on a sample of your horse’s blood that will detect many different types of poisons. If you suspect your horse has been poisoned, call your vet immediately for advice on the best course of action for treatment. If you think your horse may have ingested something poisonous, take these precautions:
Horse poisoning is a very common problem in the United States. Every year many horses die from accidental poisonings, or even intentional ones. The most common horse poisons are:
-Lush weed
-Ivy
-Poinsettia plants
Horse owners should be aware of the dangers these plants pose to animals and also learn how to treat them if they have been poisoned.”
Poisoning is a common problem in horses. Once you have identified the cause of the problem, there are different ways to approach treating your horse. The main aim is to rid the animal of the poison and try to prevent any further damage. A veterinarian can help with diagnosis and treatment.
It is very important for a horse owner to be aware of the signs of poisoning. Horses are not always able to tell you when they are feeling ill, and so it can be quite difficult to know whether your horse has been poisoned or not.
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The horse has evolved over thousands of years to be able to live on grass. However, today’s horse is often fed a diet of grains and other concentrates, which results in the build-up of toxins and digestive problems that can lead to laminitis (founder) or colic.
Toxins in the gut may also cause endotoxemia, which can lead to laminitis and colic. This condition is common in horses that are fed grain or high carbohydrate feeds.
Horses should not be fed grain or high carbohydrate feeds such as corn and beet pulp at all, unless prescribed by your veterinarian for an individual horse with a specific medical problem. Many horses are fed these high starch feeds at shows, fairs and training facilities because they are cheaper than hay. Feeding grain is a very dangerous practice that can lead to serious health problems and even death.”
