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How to Identify Colic

Colic is one of the most common disorders that horses experience. It is also one of the most feared maladies a horse owner can face. You can improve your horse’s chances of a good outcome by recognizing the signs of colic early.

Colic in horses is not a specific disease diagnosis, nor is it an indication of the condition’s cause or a prognosis for recovery. Colic simply means “abdominal pain.” For example, a mare in the second stage of labor may display colicky signs until her foal is delivered. Colic can have a variety of causes,

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