Emergency First Aid
- Always be prepared
- Prevention is key
- Stay calm
- If you think about calling the veterinarian, you probably should
Assessing an Emergency: Vital Signs
What to do
Things to Remember for Any Emergency
- Catch the horse and try to calm him
- If horse can walk, place in stall
- If not showing obvious signs of colic (see below) it may be OK to allow hay to keep quiet
- If he is likely to go down, make sure the horse is in a safe area
- Call the veterinarian for instructions on what to do before he or she arrives
- Do not administer any drugs without consulting the veterinarian
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