Abu Shariff's Stables

  Become accustomed to your horse's moods and physical condition. The more you understand what's normal for your horse, the more you'll be able to detect what's abnormal.

Give your horse a brief visual exam every time you see him.

Learn how to take your horse's temperature, heart rate and respiratory rate

Perform a physical exam, if a horse that's usually bright, alert and responsive is acting dull, slow and depressed.

Notice if the horse is exhibiting a decrease in appetite. Take the phrase "eats like a horse" literally.

Notice signs of pain or discomfort such as pawing, looking or biting at a flank, getting up and down frequently, favoring a leg and rolling. Be sure to distinguish between your horse's normal and abnormal rolling habits.

 Take your horse's temperature using a rectal. It's impossible to tell if a horse has a fever by visual inspection alone

Call the vet immediately if you determine that your horse is not feeling well.

Be cautious of non veterinarian advice, regardless of how well-intended it may be.

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