Dr. Kellon's Guide to First Aid for Horses: A Quick and Easy Reference to Conditions That Require Emergency Treatment

Dr. Kellon’s Guide to First Aid for Horses

A practical quick-reference guide to recognizing and responding to common equine emergencies while waiting for veterinary assistance. It covers emergency symptoms, possible causes, immediate first-aid measures, preparation for treatment, restraint, and essential information to communicate to the veterinarian.

Key Features

• Provides practical guidance for equine emergency situations
• Helps identify symptoms and possible causes of common problems
• Includes quick-reference lists for rapid access to relevant information
• Covers bleeding, wounds, abrasions, burns, and shock
• Addresses respiratory emergencies and smoke inhalation
• Covers fever, botulism, and serious infections
• Provides guidance on colic, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea
• Discusses hypothermia, hyperthermia, and frostbite
• Covers seizures, stroke, muscle cramps, and laminitis
• Addresses urinary tract infections and bladder stones
• Includes guidance for prolonged labor and newborn emergencies
• Covers allergies and adverse drug reactions
• Provides checklists for essential first-aid supplies
• Discusses preparing horses for treatment and safe restraint
• Includes guidance on managing trapped horses
• Helps owners organize important information for the veterinarian
• Designed as a convenient reference for horse owners and caregivers
• Useful for recognizing situations that require prompt professional veterinary attention