Cribbing or crib biting is an abnormal, compulsive behaviour or stereotype seen in some horses.It is also called as wind sucking.
Horses grabbing solid object such as the stall door or fence.
Crib bitting is highly linked to stomach ulcers.
Causes
Treatment
Horses grabbing solid object such as the stall door or fence.
Crib bitting is highly linked to stomach ulcers.
Causes
- Dietary deficiencies
- Boredom /Anxiety
- Stress
- Gastric inflammation/ colic
Treatment
- Antacid diet should be given.
- Higher roughages should be given.
- Reduce the level of concentrates.
- Collar like device can be applied to prevent wind sucking.
- Decrease stall confinement.
- Increase contact with other horses
- Bedding materials like straws can be used.
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