Trainer: Dr. Nimet Browne
Length: 16:09 Minutes
Dr. Nimet Browne talks about Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome - a disease that can cause ulcers in the stomach of horses. There are two different types of ulcers: squamous ulcers and glandular ulcers. Ulcers can be very common in horses and can lead to a variety of health issues. There are many different causes of gastric ulcers, such as the breakdown of protective barriers in the stomach and the subsequent exposure of the stomach to increased acid.
The affects of gastric ulcers can be anything from signs of colic, inappetence, weight loss, unthriftiness, or behavioral changes in the horse. All of these can be very easy to miss as these signs are often vague. While not always completely avoidable, there are preventative measures that can be taken to help to try to prevent gastric ulcers in your horse.