Monday, January 26, 2015

Helping Influenza In Horses With Assisi

By Michael Robert Peterson


Influenza - or the flu, as it's more commonly known as - is a type of condition that many creatures suffer from. While it's clear that humans may suffer from it the most, many overlook the fact that horses can contract this as well without the proper knowledge by caretakers. What this means is that there is a high level of care required, as Assisi will be able to attest to. In order for this to be done, though, there is quite a bit to go over after the fact.

It's easy to see that influenza can be detected based on a number of warning signs. Dry coughing is just one of them but it's important to note that ideas like mucus and overall fatigue are just as strong when it comes to symptoms. As a result, horses should be given ample amounts of care. Influenza can be focused on but there are those who may ask the question, "How did this condition surface in the first place?" There are a few points to note.

If you want to talk about the ways in which influenza is spread, think about how horses live with one another. When multiple horses are in a singular environment, something as common as the flu stands the chance of spreading, meaning that preventive measures will be desired. It's also worth noting that one's chances of catching influenza are increased if eating isn't done consistently. This is true for horses as well, which casts a greater light on the importance of dieting.

If you're worried about the long-term impact of influenza, it's important to note that it usually goes away on its own. This is true in horses as well, according to Assisi, so allowing this condition in horses to have a week or two of recovery is important. From what I have seen, this is the opportunity for horses to rest, keeping physical activity to a minimum as the recovery process moves along. More than anything else, horses require downtime in this instance.

With these ideas in mind, it's clear that influenza is a common yet unfortunate condition that can ail horses. Fortunately, such a condition can be targeted with the right care, no matter how extensive one's medical knowledge can prove to be. It's important to focus on when influenza rises to the surface so that the aforementioned care can be administered. Once this is done, there's no question that those ill horses will be well again in no time.




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