The sensitive stomachs of horses make them look big and strong.Horses are prone to develop stomach ulcers.This article explains what causes ulcers and how to treat them.
Step 1: Avoid things that cause blisters.
Diet, exercise, and lifestyle all affect whether or not a horse will develop an ulcer.A horse's stomach is divided into two parts, the non-glandular and the glandular.The glandular part is covered with mucus and bicarbonates to protect it from the effects of Muriatic acid.Imagine drinking Muriatic acid.The non-glandular part of the stomach is the most common type of ulcer because it does not have the same protective lining.Prolonged feeding of concentrates is a cause of ulcers.There was long-term starvation and low feeding.Exercise, transport, confinement, depression, and no socializing with other horses are all symptoms of stress.Non-Steroidal Anti Inflammatory Drugs are used for a long time.The drugs block the production of chemicals in the stomach.Poor mothering mares cause starvation in foals.
Step 2: There are signs of stomach ulcers in foals.
Adult horses may have different symptoms than foals.Stomach ulcers can be fatal in foals who have not suckled milk properly.Bring your foal to the horse vet if you notice any of these symptoms.Look for: Colic or extreme abdominal pain, teeth grinding, bruxism, Excess salivation, Poor appetite, and poor body condition.
Step 3: There are signs of stomach ulcers in adult horses.
Adult horses may exhibit some of the symptoms that foals exhibit.If you observe any of the clinical signs, you should immediately bring your horse to the vet.A device that can see the inside of a horse's stomach can be used to diagnose it.Poor appetite, weight loss, and mental attitude are indicators of poor performance.
Step 4: The horse should be rest for a week.
The non-glandular part of the stomach will not be affected by acid reflux.Exercise puts pressure on the stomach, which causes acids to back up.Acids in the stomach can be caused by rapid movement during training.The stomach contains a lot of cells.The damaged lining will be repaired if the horse is rested.
Step 5: Make sure the hay bin is always full by placing the horse in a stall.
Horse stomachs produce acid over time.It is possible for a horse's stomach to be as low as a pH of 1 during the day.The horse's stomach will always be full when he has hay.Hay causes the horse to chew more and create more saliva.The hay will float in the horse's stomach and form a protective layer that prevents acids from entering the non-glandular part of the stomach.Roughage like alfalfa hay has a lot of substances that act as antacids.
Step 6: Feed your horse.
If you let your horse rest for a week, you can begin to exercise him again.Feed him a small amount of hay 30 minutes before the exercise.The upper non-glandular section of the stomach will be blocked by an alkaline layer created by the alfalfa.
Step 7: Give your horse a drug.
The drugs cause the stomach to heal itself.The drugs are given to the horse once a day.Both Omeprazole and pantoprazole are anti-proliferative drugs.There is only one FDA approved drug for the treatment of gastric ulcers in horses.The paste of omeprazole can be given once a day.
Step 8: Give your horse H2 blocker.
Acid production in the stomach is partially blocked by these drugs and they are given more frequently.You should give your horse this medication at least three or four times a day.There are different variations of this medication.cimetidine can be taken 3 to 4 times a day.Ranitidine is given to foals once a day.
Step 9: Try to give your horse some protection.
The drugs help in the healing process of the stomach.There are two main types of protective lining.The drug may promote healing.In foals, the dose is 1 to 2 grams in 4x a day.It contains linolenic acid and linoleic acid.The cells of the stomach lining are strengthened by the addition of Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids.
Step 10: Try substances that promote lining growth.
slippery elm powder is one of the substances that give a protective layer to the stomach.It is possible to give these substances as slurry before feeding or as top dressing in dry feed.
Step 11: Give your horse antacids.
It is possible to give up to 200 grams of sodium bicarbonate a day to provide short term relief.
Step 12: Give your horse something to eat.
Yogurt products contain Lactobacilli spp.These supplements can help as the beneficialbacteria competes with the ulcer formingbacteria.Prostaglandins can fight badbacteria.These are recommended for horses that have developed blisters.