Choke In Horse

[Rachel BorchardtStudent]

Hi there, I’m a fresh student (doing the first assignment LOL!) and have listened to many of Doc’s wonderful videos prior to joining the school.  I heard a tale he shared about his daughter with a piece of dry chicken stuck in her esophagus.  Since my background is also vet med (am a licensed CVT and fully aware of my inability to diagnose and prescribe treatment per my state law 😉 I was wondering, for my own equines, if cramp bark would also work as a therapeutic for relieving choke in a horse? And what other herbs could be combined to relieve mucosal ulcerations, if any were present?  Thanks!

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Betty Keetley

[Dr. Patrick JonesHomestead Instructor]

If there’s an esophageal bolus obstruction, yes, cramp bark would be my first grab. Then I’d feed the horse some comfrey or marshmallow to sooth the ulcerations. Calendula would be a good addition as well.

Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.

• This reply was modified 2 years ago by Dr. Patrick Jones.

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Vernon, Noortje, Ryann Blake

[NoortjeStudent]

Can I use cramp bark also for other animals e.g. dogs, cats, chicken?

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Barbara Smith

[Barbara SmithStudent]

I have an esophageal stricture and occassionally get a bolus obstruction.   It works beautifully on me!  I would definately give it to my horse, if needed.

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