[Extreme Chaos]

I never knew horses could develop hernias.
Is this a common problem and how are they treated??

[goeslikestink]

I never knew horses could develop hernias.
Is this a common problem and how are they treated??

if in doubt call a vet there are lots of reason for a horse to a hernia look here

http://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&sou...Xsx0u-POD1PsVA



call a vet

[chambe94]

It's pretty rare for a horse to "develop" a hernia. Most are born with it or have one due to abdominal surgery that didnt heal properly.

One that suddenly showed up on a horse would be a big concern and should be seen ASAP.