Friends of the Donkey Whisperer Farm,
I received this alert from my vet, I am passing it forward to help save the life of a horse, donkey or mule.
Seasonal Fruit Fall
Autumn in Washington State means likely horse, donkeys and mules exposure to fruit fall. Too many apples/pears/berries/rosehips and exposure to nuts like black walnuts can not only cause gastrointestinal distress, but may also lead to more serious emergencies like esophageal obstruction and laminitis.
“It seems like every pasture has fruit trees that can be too much of a good thing.”
Please take some time to look around, cut back the blackberries that have encroached and knock down the apples & make some cider for yourself!
Monitor for loose manure and for any signs of colic such as pawing, excessive laying down, gassiness, reduced appetite, and looking at flanks. These signs can also be due to sand accumulation in the gut which is also a seasonal risk in our area.
Please call your vet if your equine has any of the symptoms above.
GOD bless you and your family two and four-legged!
Melody
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