Horse first aid
What should a normal horse temperature be?
38 degrees c is the normal temperature of a horse.
It is important to remember that there can be slight variations between horses.
How do I take a horse temperature?
You will need an equine thermometer.
This is an ordinary thermometer with a short stubby end.
Digital thermometers are easier and quicker to use.
Shake it until it is registering below 37 degrees c.
Grease it with Vaseline and insert it into the rectum, about two thirds of the way.
Hold the thermometer firmly. Do not let go of it, as it can easily be drawn into the rectum.
Waite for half a minute then release the thermometer and note down the reading.
When you have finished with the thermometer shake it down and wash with cool disinfectant.
Once you have washed it, dry and put away.
Ask an assistant to help you with a difficult horse.
If the horse is quick and sharp hold up a front leg during the process.
What is the normal pulse of a horse?
The normal pulse of a horse at rest is between 36 and 42 beats to the minute.
How do I take a horse's pulse?
Taking a horse's pulse is a skill, you will need lots of practice.
The pulse is taken from the artery that crosses the horse’s jawbone.
Light pressure is placed on the pulse, whilst looking at a large watch with a second hand.
What is the normal respiration of a horse?
The normal respiration of a horse is 8 to 12 inhalations per minute when the horse is at rest.
By watching the movement of the horse's flank, normal respiration can be observed.
As part of good management, it is good practise to take the horse’s temperature, pulse and respiration and note it on a chart.
If you have an outbreak or epidemic situation occurs, take the temperatures of all horses on the yard, morning and night and record everything.
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