Understanding the Horse’s Gastrointestinal Tract

Duration: 03:29
Understanding the Horse’s Gastrointestinal Tract
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Course Description

Dive into the fascinating world of equine digestion by tracing feed from the mouth’s precise grinding through the convoluted small intestine and microbial-driven hindgut—unveiling the inner workings of your horse’s gastrointestinal factory.

Things to Learn

You’ll gain insight into each gut segment—from saliva production and peristalsis to nutrient absorption in the small intestine and fermentation in the cecum and colon—empowering you to optimize feeding strategies, support gut health, and reduce risk of colic.

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Instructor

  • Dr. Justine Griesenauer is an equine veterinarian at Cedarbrook Veterinary Care, a mobile equine practice in Washington that takes a holistic approach to caring for horses. As a lifelong rider and horsewoman, she knows how important your horse is and this is reflected in her treatment. She is a graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine.

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