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Long
Trip Equine Precautions... |
The importance of
these precautions is directly proportional to the length of
the trip. Use your own judgment, and that of your veterinarian:
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- Electrolytes - Increase 2 to 3 days prior
to shipping.
- Bran Mash - Once a day for 2 to 3 days
prior to shipping
- Vitamins - Add extra for a week prior to
shipping.
- Mineral Oil - One pint per day may either
be added to fee along with bran for four days prior OR given
by veterinarian via stomach tube the day of shipping (4-6
hours before departure).
- Antibiotics - When the trip will be over
12 hours, discuss the administration of antibiotics with
your veterinarian.
- Body Clip - When taking your horse from
a cold climate to a warm one, a body clip is recommended.
- Blanket - The need for the blanket will
depend on the temperature en route.
Source: Neva Kittrell Scheve & Dr. James
Hamilton, DVM
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