A touch of tummy trouble
A HORSE’S FAECES becoming sloppy or watery is known as diarrhoea. It can be acute (lasting a couple of days) or chronic (lasting for more than a week) and there is usually an increase in the number of times the horse will go to the toilet.
Often an animal with diarrhoea can suffer from weight loss, or show signs of colic, and it is important to speak to your vet so that the problem can be diagnosed and treated as quickly as possible.
The causes
Acute diarrhoea can be caused by a change in your horse’s routine — for example, if a new food is introduced, or a medication, such as an antibiotic
