Horse
Common Symptoms/ illnesses
Lameness
Lameness in horses is common. This has been attributed to the morphology of their toes/feet. Regular grooming and care of the horse need to be maintained to avoid lameness, especially in horses used for games.Fever/Pyrexia/High body temperature
This is a primary sign of illness. The animal might be observed panting or gasping for air, and the temperature when checked is higher than the normal range. Extremely hot weather can cause a variation in the temperature of animals, but there are accompanying signs that will indicate an illness in the animal.Diarrhea
This is the passage of loose/watery stool/feces. In cases of worm infestation, diarrhea is mostly observed. It is important to seek veterinary attention if this is observed.Constipation
Inability to defecate normally or difficult defecation. It could be caused by hernias, kidney disease, slow intestinal movement, high intestinal worm load, and swallowing of hair/grass/nylon.Anorexia
This is referred to as a lack of appetite in the animal. The animal should be closely observed for other signs of disease. A call to a veterinarian may be necessary.Bloat
This is observed as a marked bulbous swelling of the abdomen. It is a common occurrence in horses. With their eyes bulgy and marked discomfort. Bloat is a veterinary emergency and requires swift intervention.Poisoning
Cases of poisoning in horses vary. Symptoms are similar to those observed in most other animals like rolling on the ground, and incoordination. Some plants may be a cause of poison in horses and such should be avoided.Bites/Stings
This could be a snake bite, scorpion sting, and bee sting. Bites or stings are emergencies and require professional intervention to keep the horse stable and advice on the next steps to take.Weight loss
Weight loss is associated with malnutrition and chronic conditions. A prolonged period of anorexia or without feeding could also result in weight loss. Horses must be constantly fed both at the stable and in the field since they require a lot of energy for their daily activity, therefore, weight loss must be avoided at all costs.Morning sickness
Reluctance to go to the field to graze. Factors responsible for these must be addressed to avoid further degeneration into more complex conditions.Sudden death
This is rare in a properly managed horse stable. However, causes may vary and could be a bite from other members of the flock, wild beasts to acute disease conditions such as tetanus, Clostridial infection, and Anthrax.Other conditions
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