Has anyone experienced this before?

[Rachael42]

Hi,
Before it’s mentioned vet is coming out on Wednesday.
I have a 9 year old Shetland pony, he lives out and only comes in for short periods of time while my other horse is ridden(he’s a companion but won’t stay out on his own)

He’s had a cough for almost a month now, he coughs up mucus and has a snotty nose. He’s fully vaccinated and the yard has a strict quarantine system, I don’t think he could of caught anything.

Im thinking along the lines of asthma or COPD. Has anyone experienced things like this coming to the surface later in life?

 

[Red-1]

Yes, they can get allergies later on in life. Their lungs can become more compromised with age and illness/general ill health too.

I am sure the vet will be able to advise.

 

[SEL]

They can take a sample of the mucus and check for any nasties, so hopefully put your mind at rest

 

[paddi22]

what colour is the mucus