Heat stroke

Heat stroke is defined as increase in body temperature which affects Respiratory,vascular , nervous and muscular system.
It is also known as heat exhaustion or hyperthemia.

Symptoms

• Profuse sweating
• Increases heart rate
• Increased Breathing
• Increased body temperature
• Dry skin
• Excess panting
• Salivation
• Sunken eyes
• Convulsion
• Collapse 

Causes

• Overexertion/ Physical stress
• Respiratory tract infections
• Anhidrosis horses are more prone for heat stroke .
• Unfit horses
• Obesity

Treatment

• Horses prone for heat stroke should be taken to shady area.
• Cold water should should be sprayed on horses.
• Fluid therapy is required in extreme dehydrated horses.