Preventing Colic in Horses

This is an educational book for horse owners, trainers, and farm/barn managers, aimed at reducing the incidence of colic in horses. Chapter 1 discusses the signs of colic, the horse's digestive system, and the possible sources of colic pain; Chapter 2 discusses risk factors for colic, or the things that increase the potential for colic to occur; Chapter 3 discusses simple management strategies for preventing colic, including prevention of specific types of colic; and Chapter 4 discusses how to manage an episode of colic in order to help prevent a disastrous outcome.