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Grain Overload in Horses
  by Robert N. Oglesby DVM

Introduction

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A unique problem with a horse is that he can eat himself sick or even die if allowed sudden free access to grains or other concentrates. Typically this occurs when the feed room door is left open. If he is not used to alfalfa hay or fresh green grass, he can become ill if allowed free access before becoming use to it. Eating large amounts of grain harms a horse in three ways.
  • Rapid bacterial fermentation produces gas and may bloat the horse.
  • Rapid bacterial overgrowth produces endotoxins which can cause fever, depression, and possibly shock.
  • Endotoxemia may cause founder.
This article discusses how to determine if you are going to have a problem, treatment and prognosis. For information on adapting a horse to new pasture or feedstuffs see:
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