Clinical signs of corneal ulceration include squinting (or holding eye closed), rubbing, tearing, redness or swelling of the conjunctiva (the membrane that covers the white part of the eye and lines the inside of the eyelids), and cloudiness of the cornea. If your horse exhibits any of these signs, contact your veterinarian immediately. All corneal ulcers in the horse are considered an emergency.

Most people have thought about an emergency plan for their families in the event of a crisis or natural disaster. But what about a plan for your horses?

The definition of colic is any type of abdominal pain. Although colic can originate from a multitude of sites, we generally associate it with gastrointestinal distress. It is one of the most common disorders presented to large animal veterinarians, as well as one of the leading causes of death in horses.