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Cellulitis in Horses 🤔
Cellulitis is a severe bacterial infection that causes rapid swelling and pain within the layers of the skin, usually in one limb. This condition needs prompt veterinary attention as it can escalate quickly, leading to lots of vet visits to help your horse!
Signs of Cellulitis:
Sudden, extensive limb swelling
Severe lameness and pain
Sensitivity or painful to touch
Fever > 38.5 degrees C
Lethargic and possibly off feed
Common Causes:
Bacteria entering through minor skin wounds
Skin irritations or skin disease (like mud fever)
Prevention tips:
Clean and disinfect even minor wounds promptly
Consult your vet if you have any concerns or require guidance
If you enjoy learning about horse health and emergency care, download Dr Lizzie’s Top 10 Tips for Equine Emergencies, available on our website: www.empoweringequineeducation.com
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⚠️ Did you know? ⚠️
Colic is responsible for nearly 30% of all horse fatalities annually! 😱 This makes it one of the most critical emergencies a horse owner can face. Early detection and prompt action are vital to improving the chances of a positive outcome. Don't wait—know the signs and be prepared!
🚨 Restless behavior
🚨 Kicking at the abdomen
🚨 Rolling and pawing
🚨 Lack of appetite
Stay vigilant and keep your vet's number handy! 🐴💙
Learn more with the new Colic Bundle below 🔽
https://www.empoweringequineeducation.com/colicbundle
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I’m overflowing with excitement to bring you a wealth of new content to help you elevate your horse care! The Colic Bundle has come from a deep desire to help other horse owners, after losing one our beloved family ponies to colic earlier this year. More to come next week! Dr Lizzie McCready 🩺 #HorseHealth #horseriding #horsecolic #horsefirst #equine #equinevet #horsecare
“What an amazing 8 weeks…The wealth of knowledge I have gained has given me the confidence to be able to stay calm, and know how best to deal with an emergency situation with my horse until a vet arrives, knowledge so valuable to have.” ~ Laura C, Australia
How do you feel when you think about your horse getting colic or a nasty wound?
Stressed, worried or panicked?
Transform those feelings into calm, confident action and well-prepared responses with Equine Emergency Training LIVE. Where you'll learn how to handle real-life emergency scenarios, gain practical hands-on skills along and receive direct support and feedback from experienced equine vet, Dr Lizzie McCready, Founder of Empowering Equine Education.
You’ll Receive:
🎓 In-Depth Knowledge: Join in Weekly Live Case Study Seminars and Bonus Live Q&A sessions that allow you to delve deep into a wide array of emergency scenarios, ask questions, and get immediate answers
🩺 Valuable Emergency Skills: Engage in hands-on practical tasks, designed to refine your techniques and boost your confidence in equine emergency care, and receive 1:1 feedback directly from Dr Lizzie to ensure you’re emergency-ready
💪 Elevated Confidence: Step into any emergency situation knowing you have the right training and protocols to correctly assess your horse, communicate effectively with the vet and perform emergency and first aid care to help your horse recover
🐴 Support + Community: Feel supported throughout the entire course with guidance from Dr Lizzie and help whenever you have a question. You'll also get to join our EET Community of like-minded horse owners dedicated to improving equine health, who will be there to support you for years to come
Ready to feel prepared, confident and empowered when faced with an emergency, able to help your horse?
Join Equine Emergency Training LIVE before doors close on April 26,2024
Find Out More + Enrol Here: 👉 https://www.empoweringequineeducation.com/eet-live
LAST CALL: Be Ready For Colic & Avoid Common Mistakes
Join the Free Colic Masterclass TONIGHT 👉 https://www.empoweringequineeducation.com/colic-masterclass
As the #1 most common equine emergency, and the leading cause of death in horses...
Colic is a major issue.
Finding your horse with colic can feel stressful, scary and heart-wrenching.
And despite how common it is, most horse owners aren’t equipped with the essential knowledge and skills to handle this potentially life-threatening emergency.
My upcoming Free Colic Masterclass will empower you with the essential knowledge you need to feel more prepared, confident and better equipped to help your horse.
Because when you’re prepared, you’ll be less panicked, able to take the right action and make clear and calm decisions.
Which could help save your horse’s life one day!
You'll Learn:
✔️The Causes of Colic and Why It's So Common in Horses
✔️The Signs and Symptoms of Colic
✔️Effective Vet Communication
✔️Emergency Dos and Don'ts
✔️My A.C.T. Emergency Framework & Colic Treatment Plan
You'll leave the Masterclass knowing the critical steps you should (and shouldn’t) take when faced with a colic emergency to maximise your horse's chance of recovering.
And I’ll help you in navigating those big decisions so you can feel prepared for those tough moments.
Remember - Knowledge is Power.
The more that you know, the better you are going to be able to safeguard your own horse’s health and well-being.
Don’t let colic catch you off guard - join the Colic Masterclass now 👉🏻 https://www.empoweringequineeducation.com/colic-masterclass
See you there,
Dr Lizzie BVetMed(Hons) CVA
4 Colic Mistakes To Avoid! ⬇️
Want the knowledge and confidence to help your horse if they get colic?
Learn my A.C.T. Emergency Framework and Colic Treatment Plan in my upcoming Free Colic Masterclass 👉https://www.empoweringequineeducation.com/colic-masterclass
Don’t let colic catch you out. Become the prepared, empowered owner your horse needs
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Are You Colic-Ready?
Colic doesn't wait, and neither should you! Don't get caught unprepared for the most common equine emergency.
Want to learn exactly what to do when your horse gets colic?
Join the Dr Lizzie McCready Free Colic Masterclass
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Click the link in bio for all the details and to save your seat now!
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🐎Colic Alert: Empower Your Response! 🚨
Facing colic is every horse owner's nightmare. As the #1 equine emergency and leading cause of death in horses, it's a serious threat. 😢 I've seen too many hearts broken and know the toll it takes. That's why I'm stepping in with a lifeline – my FREE Colic Masterclass. 🌟
Join the Free Colic Masterclass with Dr Lizzie McCready
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Be Ready For Colic & Avoid Common Mistakes
Learn invaluable knowledge and insights from an equine vet that could save your horse’s life
Click the link below to save your seat now!
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Pinpoint Your Horse’s Lameness ⬇️
Follow Dr. Lizzie’s “3 F's of Lameness Formula” to help pinpoint the cause before calling the vet!
👣 FOOT: Start with a thorough examination of the hoof for foreign bodies or injuries. Look for signs like sole separation or bruising.
🔍 FEEL: Carefully palpate the entire leg, checking for heat, pain, or swelling. Don’t forget to compare the digital pulses in all four limbs.
🔄 FLEX: Assess the range of motion and watch for pain reactions in each joint, which might hint at conditions like arthritis or joint infections.
Adopting a systematic approach from the ground up is crucial in locating the source of lameness. So remember, Foot, Feel, Flex - then call the vet!
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