I have a mare that is ALWAYS hurting herself, and trying to Dr. on her is almost dangerous, even for a small cut. Is there something that would keep her sedated for days in a row so that I can safely keep her wound cleaned and dressed? She is flighty and dangerous when you try to clean and dress any of her wounds, and if she doesn't hurt me, she will hurt herself. Any suggestions would be great.
2007-03-19 15:03:16 · 6 answers · asked by horseluvergirl77 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
There are a few, but I am not positive what all you can give. You would have to consult a vet, which you would have to do to get the medication anyway. I do know that most animals will start to develop a tolerance to sedative medication, so if you have to use it much you will probably have to slowly increase the dosage over time, but you would have to speak with the vet first.
2007-03-19 15:12:00 · answer #1 · answered by iluvmyfrenchbulldogs 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
believe it or not the safest thing for you and her is to just rub a little bit of peppermint oil on her nose. you can get it at health food stores. this is not peppermint extract it is peppermint oil. there is nothing that will keep her completely sedated though only calmed. if you need her to be completely sedated then you need to call the vet or sell the horse
ps. you can also but a bit on your kids heads to calm them down in the car on long trips. don't put to much though.
2007-03-21 01:05:26 · answer #2 · answered by faber_is_a_horse 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definately ask your vet. After the wound is healed be sure to work with her on things like that so she gets used to being worked with in that way. It will keep you and your horse safe.
2007-03-20 01:00:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is such a thing as a 30 day tranquilizer. Ask your vet about it. It has been known to backfire and cause the horse to be more agitated than before.
2007-03-21 21:27:51 · answer #4 · answered by Critters 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow...I suggest you don't get hurt yourself! Can anybody help you treat your mare? I don't know for sure, you would have to get sedative through your vet anyways, so ask him/her about it. Good luck!
2007-03-19 22:59:04 · answer #5 · answered by Ayla B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be best to call your vet and consult him with your problem. Good luck!
2007-03-19 22:05:42 · answer #6 · answered by dolly 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋