Recent Research Linked to Increased Incidence of Gastric Ulcers in Recreational Horses
Researchers at Iowa State University are shedding light on gastric ulcer prevalence in recreational horses. Once thought only to be a menace to elite equine athletes, a recent study has revealed that horses develop gastric ulcers within five days of exposure to a recreational show or event. Signs of gastric ulcers include poor attitude, decreased appetite, weight loss, chronic colic and diarrhea, dull coat, and decreased performance. more...
The following papers provide more information on gastric ulcers.
Murray, M.J., G.F. Schusser, F.S. Pipers and S.J. Gross. 1996. Factors associated with gastric lesions in Thoroughbred racehorses. Equine Vet J. 28:368-374.
Murray, M.J., C. Grodinsky, C.W. Anderson, P.F. Radue and G.R. Schmidt. 1989. Gastric ulcers in horses: A comparison of endoscopic findings in horses with and without clinical findings. Equine Vet J. Suppl. (7):73-76.
Wilson, A.D., H.P.D. Davidson, P.A. Harris, A.J. Waters and C.J. Nicol. 2002. Associations between gastric inflammation, ulceration and crib-biting in young horses. Paper presented at Seventh Internat. Equine Colic Res. Symp., Manchester, UK.
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