By James M. Giffin
This best-selling reference has been thoroughly revised and up-to-date through extraordinary pros who understand how to speak the veterinary info nonprofessionals have to keep their horse's healthiness. medical professionals James Giffin and Tom Gore tackle such uncomplicated health-care and administration concerns because the most modern medications and immunizations, wounds, health problems, parasites, foodstuff and vitamins, and copy. simply contained in the covers, the pony proprietor can simply entry the index of symptoms, seeing that responding speedy to an emergency can actually suggest the lifestyles or demise of a horse. somebody who takes care of a horse—whether proprietor, coach or groom—can depend upon this authoritative publication to get them via emergencies and good as regimen occasions.
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Vitamin K1 is a specific antidote. It is given immediately by subcutaneous injection and repeated at intervals as necessary until the activated clotting time (ACT) returns to normal. Second-generation anticoagulants remain in the horse’s system for several weeks and require prolonged observation and treatment. Insecticides Insecticides (also discussed in chapter 2, “Parasites”) constitute a large group of toxic compounds to which the majority of horses are exposed. They are therefore a potential risk for poisoning.
Moderate to severe dehydration must be treated by a veterinarian. Corrective replacement solutions containing water and electrolytes can be given by a nasogastric tube, assuming the horse does not have an intestinal problem such as diarrhea or bowel obstruction. 7 l) of fluid every two hours. Intravenous solutions are commonly given through the jugular vein, although other sites are available if circumstances require. Because the intravenous route allows for the most rapid replacement of fluid, it is the one most preferred to treat severe dehydration and ongoing fluid losses.
If the horse is down and having difficulty breathing, clear the airway (see Shock, page 27). If your horse ingests an unknown substance, it is important to determine whether that substance is a poison. Most products have labels that list their ingredients, but if the label doesn’t tell you the composition and toxicity of the product, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 for specific information. The Poison Control Center has a staff of licensed veterinarians and board-certified toxicologists on call 24 hours a day, every day of the year.