Colic question

[Carlosmum]

Hopefully we have averted a colic crisis this evening. Having spoken with the vet, Carlo has had 2 bute, been for a walk & is now standing quietly in his box. I have taken his hay away and will check him once more before bed & again in the night. But what about tomorrow? Assuming he is okay should I put him back on his usual soaked hay? Could he be turned out onto grass (where he has been for 4 days) or paddock with no grass? when can I re-introduce a little excercise?

He's not done this to me before so I am having a confidence melt down.

Any night owls with some wise words?

 

[Pinkvboots]

Did the vet not tell you what to do tomorrow? If not I would ring them in the morning.

 

[Spring Feather]

What type of colic was he diagnosed with?

 

[Carlosmum]

Thanks for your replies, he's much better this morning & looking for breakfast

 

[Jmn15]

If this was to happen again try feeding a bran mash 3-4x a day. Can be mixed with chopped apples or carrots if he isnt keen. Good to here he's better!

 

[ChesnutsRoasting]

For me, keep in tonight & turnout tomorrow. The question is which paddock? Grass paddock if it's not lush. You need to keep gut mobility so forage is essential - so either grass or hay.