Abu Shariff's Stables

  Always be aware for the important signs,and take action,

 Observe general body condition for cuts, abrasions, swelling or asymmetry.

Look into the eyes for cloudiness, foreign objects, tearing, abrasions or ulcers (breaks in the tissue), and around the eyes for cuts and abrasions.

Check breath odor - it shouldn't smell bad - and observe attitude and appetite. If the horse isn't eating, suspect a problem.

Look at stool consistency. Note if soft (diarrhea), dry or normal.

Take your horse's temperature using a thermometer specially made for large animals. Average range is 99.0 to 101.5 degrees F.

Listen to gut sounds (abdominal auscultation) for abnormalities.

Check hydration and capillary refill time (CRT) by blanching gums, and determine digital pulse strength and heart rate

Determine respiration rate to evaluate pain or respiratory disease. While you're at it, listen for coughing.

Determine approximate weight with a "weight tape" that can be purchased at a feed store or from a farm supply catalog.

Have your results ready before you contact your veterinarian; if you're not sure how to perform these tests, ask your vet to go over these techniques with you.

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