THE HORSE GAZETTE ask the vet riding after a colic?


have to wait to ride a horse that just had colic? Is there a time frame to not be riding them? What other precautions do you take? – Thanks Laci, submitted via HorseGazette.com.


Dear Laci,


after an episode of colic de- pends on a multitude of factors, most importantly recommenda- tions made by a veterinarian af- ter examining the horse. Other factors to consider would be how severe the colic episode was, the duration of the epi- sode, potential causes and what treatments were required. Gen- erally speaking for a mild to moderate colic episode that re- sponds to basic medical therapy I usually recommend a 3-5 day period of restricted exercise. – Dr. Symm


The duration of rest


Riding after Colic? How long do you


months old colt and his back left hips seems to click kind of coming out then going back in is this something to worry about. Thanks, Ayesha, submit- ted via HorseGazette.com.


friend have a veterinarian ex- amine her colt. The symptoms you describe could indicate lameness and potentially a severe problem. Hopefully after a thorough veterinary examination the colt will be found to be healthy and sound. – Dr. Symm


old mare and a two year old gelding. When I put them up in a stall there hind legs swell.


Swelling of Hind Legs I have a two year


Dear Ayesha, I recommend your


Clicking Hip My friend has a 6th


There is a significant lapse in the time between when these questions are sent in and when the answers appear in the Gazette newspaper and online. If you feel your horse needs to be seen by a veterinarian do not wait for a response. Call a reputable equine veterinarian in your area and let him/her examine the horse!


I also have a couple of yearlings and I don’t have this problem with. What would cause this? Thanks, Sherrie, submitted via HorseGazette.com


limbs in some horses that have been stalled or had any type of exercise restriction is not uncommon. This is frequently referred to as ‘stocking up’. Usually if the horse is allowed to exercise or even given access to some turn-out the swelling will resolve. If the swelling persists or if the horses are lame you should have your veteri- narian examine your horses as soon as possible. – Dr. Symm


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san antonio stock show and rodeo reaches milestone


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San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo is all about,” said Mr. Martin. “With the support of our community, our volunteers and our sponsors we are proud to have reached this milestone in our history.” Mr. Martin continues, “We feel that there is a spirit of giving in each and every person and it is important for San Antonio and the state of Texas to know that we care as an organization and we are here to support our commitment to the youth of Texas.” The San Antonio


“This is what the


duces the largest single event in San Antonio. It is held on the AT&T Center/Freeman Coli-


Stock Show and Rodeo has proudly built a reputation as one of the best professional rodeos in North America, an


amazing value in complete entertainment, and the world’s largest Junior Livestock Show. However, these major accom- plishments pale in comparison to the impact the organization is having on the future of Texas and the lives of thousands of Texas youth striving for higher education and learning. The organization pro-


seum grounds during the month of February. The 62nd


Annual


San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo will be February 3-20, 2011.


For additional in-


formation, go to www.sarodeo. com or call 210-225-0612


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Livestock Exposition (S.A.L.E) is a volunteer organization that emphasizes agriculture and education to develop the youth of Texas. It exists due to the hard work, dedication and pas- sion of its life members, cor- porate partners and more than 5,000 volunteers who embody the organization’s core values of integrity, caring and excel- lence.


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