2006-07-11 18:38:21 · 9 answers · asked by billy m 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
many horses are prone to asthma - have a vet look at her
2006-07-11 18:41:24 · answer #1 · answered by leo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are feeding the horse good quality hay and in a dust free stall, have the vet do some blood work and have a look at the wbc-white blood count-on the chart, blood results. Check for infections.
Also, have the horse scoped and cheeked by a veterinarian for any bleeding anywhere through the lungs and tubes. Horses have been know to have breathing problems due to polyps or some growth, obstruction, in the nasal/throat passage.
Have the dentist take a look at the horse's teeth for any discomfort from the teeth, gum area. If the horse is breathing normally during rest, lunge or work the horse in the presence of the equine veterinarian and exam the horse immediately when the problem surfaces.
Try moving the horse out of his stall and into another area and see if the problem presents itself and watch the other filly who replaces the filly and see if any other horse has the same problem.
It may be a stretch, but, have the farrier look of the horses hoofs for any imperfections, soreness and make certain the horse has his weight evenly distributed on all four legs. Stands correctly.
The main thing is to bring the matter to the attention of the equine veterinarian.
Trial and error plays a big part in good caring for any horse of any age.
2006-07-11 19:09:57 · answer #2 · answered by marnefirstinfantry 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure that she hasn't been doing any excercise recently, 'cause that could be the answer.
Check her temperature, and test her gums to make sure her respiratory system is working properly. The gums should appear a light pink colour, not blue or dark red. Press on the gum and take your finger off. If the blood doesn't return immediately, you have a problem.
The truth is, her heavy breathing could be a number of things, if her gums prove alright and her temp is not too high, wait half an hour and if she's still breathing heavily you'll need a vet. If her gums aren't looking like they should, it's an immediate problem that needs looking at ASAP
2006-07-11 18:44:54 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be lots of different things. Is it when she is in the stall - if it is, could be allergy to her bedding . Make sure she is eating and drinking hormally, that her temperature is right, heartbeat sound and that her respiratory rate is normal, do the gum check - making sure the capilleries are filling normally. In any case it is worth speaking to the vet about, and you may need to get him out. There are lots of allergies that it could be, if it continues, don't try to second guess it, the Vet should be able to help you.
Hope this helps
2006-07-11 20:55:37 · answer #4 · answered by mandaroo63 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would get the vet out there tomorrow. She could have the start of pneumonia. Is she off her feed? Make sure that she drinks plenty of water so that she don't get dehydrated.I would keep her quiet and in a stall if you have one.
2006-07-11 18:44:59 · answer #5 · answered by Just Me 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since you don't supply much information, I think it's best that you call the vet NOW. Anything involving respiratory distress should be addressed immediately.
2006-07-11 23:11:03 · answer #6 · answered by . 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be that He/she could have fluid in its lungs and it is trying to get it out
2006-07-11 18:41:52 · answer #7 · answered by Heather M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a vet before you loose her
2006-07-12 11:58:34 · answer #8 · answered by chays 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
allergies post nasal drip.
2006-07-11 18:40:37 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋