ponyparty
Well-Known Member
I was informed on Friday night that my loan horse had mild colic. Apparently he was very depressed, not grazing, and running a high temperature of 39. Vet came out, he was v dehydrated so tubes lots of fluids and had a root around for poo at the other end,gave him a shot, he seemed brighter Saturday morning so started him back on grass/wet hay little and often. Turned out for 20 mins this morning,seemed ok. Then was told to ride for 20 mins in walk - he seemed really footy onbhes ground and sluggish in the school, only rode for 10 mins. Then turned out for 20 mins - didn't eat, didn't drink. Given a feed - didn't eat it. He hasn't had a drink since yesterday, drabk nothing overnight or all day. Took temperature again - 38.8. My boss thinks it's an infection, I think there's something going on with his feet but can't feel digital pulse, hooves not hot. Vet on his way back out now, just wanted to vent really and ask you kindly folk for some positive vibes. Feeling pretty helpless right now and worried sick.