One of the hardest parts of dealing with colic as a horse owner is knowing when to wait and when to act immediately. Many horses show mild digestive discomfort from time to time, but some colic episodes escalate rapidly and become life-threatening. Understanding when colic is an emergency can save your horse’s life. This article … Read more
Few situations are more stressful for a horse owner than suspecting colic and waiting for the vet to arrive. Time can feel painfully slow, and many owners worry about doing the wrong thing — or not doing enough. Knowing what to do while waiting for the vet if your horse has colic can help keep … Read more
Why Mild Colic Is So Easily Missed When people think of colic, they often picture a horse violently rolling, sweating, and clearly in distress. In reality, many colic cases start far more quietly. Mild colic is one of the most commonly missed health issues in horses because the signs can be subtle, inconsistent, and easy … Read more
Colic is one of the most common and worrying health issues horse owners face. The word “colic” simply means abdominal pain, but the causes, severity, and outcomes can vary hugely. This guide is the main colic reference on HorseTrainingAndTips.com. It explains what colic is, how to recognise early warning signs, what causes it, what to … Read more