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Dr. Alyssa Butters discusses recognition and treatment of esophageal obstruction, often referred to as "choke" in horses ...more.
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- Burwash Equine Services
May 1, 2015 · 37K views 9 years ago. This video discusses the reasons why horses choke and what you as the owner can do to prevent and help treat a choke, as well as what not do to. We are now The Equine...
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- The Equine Institute
May 31, 2021 · Cazedarnes Equestrian. 2.3K subscribers. Subscribed. 12. 295 views 3 years ago. Horse Choke. Is it different to humans choking? Can they breathe? What does choke look like, and what do I do?...
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- Cazedarnes Equestrian
Video: Choke in Horses. What is choke in horses? How does it start? When does a horse become a "chronic choker" and what can you do about it? Watch this video by Dr. Lydia Gray, SmartPak Staff Veterinarian and Medical Director, to learn more.
If you suspect your horse is choking the most important thing to do is not to panic, as this could make your horse more anxious. Do not allow the horse to eat – remove all food and water from their stable, including edible bedding or remove the horse from pasture or the stable to a safe area.
Jan 16, 2024 · Suspect a horse has choke if he: • abruptly stops eating, and perhaps takes on an alarmed or confused expression. • coughs, gags, retches, while stretching his neck and/or shaking his head. • drools heavily and expels discharge that includes bits of food from his nostrils.
Jul 25, 2016 · Oesophageal obstruction, or choke, is a common clinical presentation in the horse with many causes, which can be categorised into intraluminal, intramural, extramural and functional disorders. Here, the author covers causes, clinical signs, diagnosis, complications and preventive strategies.