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Hi! I have a 26 year old horse he’s not eating like normal. It gets very hot where I live in the desert. He nibles on the hay but he’s not interested in the food. Sometimes he lays down ont the ground.He’s not himself. I’m concerned don’t know what to do.

Hello and thanks for using Boop by Petco! I'm not an equine or large animal veterinarian but many many things could be wrong with your horse. Dental issues come to mind but many other things need to be evaluated by your large animal veterinarian. I would advise calling your veterinarian and let them handle this case. This could be something easily remedied or more complicated. A good physical exam, history, and possible tests would provide light on what is going on. I'm sorry I can't be more specific but a hands-on exam is definitely a place to start. Thanks for using Pet Coach!

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Hi sir my cow is having runny nose along with breathing problem and is not eating anythng

Hi, and thanks for your question. This sign could be compatible with an upper respiratory tract inflammation/infection or possibly to a rhinitis (inflammatory, allergic, infective). A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

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My horse is limping in his left back foot. I felt around and he is very sensitive in his fetlock joint. He will not put any weight on it and hates me touching it. He does not want to bend it. It is not swollen and there are no hot spots. Do you know what’s wrong? Is there anything I can do?

You need to have a vet out there to check Phoenix. The vet needs to localize the lameness and take x-rays. If he is not putting weight on the leg it is usually either a hoof abscess or fracture of the coffin bone.

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My vet is on standby to come out tomorrow and I’m wondering if I need to call them tonight (it’s after 11pm here). My horse is showing signs of a respiratory infection. His temp is now elevated to 102, and he has yellow nasal discharge. His attitude and appetite are great and normal. Is it ok for me to monitor through the evening and have him seen tomorrow?

Bernie does have a bit of a fever, but it's not too high. Since his appetite and behavior are normal, monitor him tonight. Should his fever get higher, he becomes lethargic, the nasal discharge gets worse, or he has trouble breathing, get the vet out immediately.

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