Navicular Disease
Cause
Predisposition, heredity, age, contracted hooves, direct cause concussion on hard roads, tracks.
Symptoms
Horse lame, action short, or when first brought out of yard/stable, but goes sound when warm.
In advanced case points the toe, first on one hoof, then the other, arched soles stiff and sore when cold.
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Treatment
Long established cases are incurable. Specific treatment obtainable through a veterinarian.
Nasal Catarrh
Symptoms
Snorting and discharge which is first watery, later becomes thick.
Treatment
The horse should be segregated and put into a warm and well ventilated box.
In winter a rug is necessary. Light diet. Consult your Veterinarian.
Nasal Disease
Lack of certain minerals, mostly calcium in food. This brings about a deficiency in the animal's body which in turn has an effect on its bones. Most frequent changes are seen in the head, spine, ribs and limbs.
Symptoms
The head becomes enlarged either on one side or both. The nose may become partially obstructed, causing roaring.
If limbs affected, there is lameness with special difficulty in rising. Fractures are frequent.
Treatment
Change diet. Supplement of calcium, vitamins A and D. Consult your Veterinarian.