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Because it is so common and can be fatal, colic is one of the biggest fears of every horse owner. What causes colic? Can you prevent it? You'll discover the answers to these and other important questions as you explore management practices and equine intestinal anatomy. When it comes to colic, an ounce of prevention is worth a TON of cure!
Word Find Word Bank
To help you become familiar with the causes of colic, complete the Word Find activity. Look up any words that are new to you.
• Parasites
• Sand
• Foreign object
• Hair
• Medications
• Melanoma
• Intussusception
• Diarrhea
• Cancer
• Torsion
• Gastric dilation
• Lack of water
• Blister beetle
• Poisonous plants
• Salmonella
• Lipoma
• Ulcers
• Impaction
• Adhesions
• Dental problems
• Abscesses
• Blood clot
• Labor
• Salt poisoning
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• Cystitis
• Trichobezoar
• Tying up
• Moldy corn
• Anthrax
• Ionophores
• Mercury
• Clostridia
• Acorns
• Organophosphates
• Lead
• Linseed oil
• Dystocia
• Kidney failure
• Hernias
• Allergic reaction
• Liver disease
• Arsenic
• Urinary stones
• Potomac Horse Fever
• Colitis X
• Peritonitis
• Gallstones |
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